The Bat
1990s-present ยท Chicago
Also known as Blind Harold, Harold in the Dark
A Harold performed entirely in blackout, no visual edits, no movement cues, audio-only improv.
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- Created by Joe Bill at Annoyance Theatre in Chicago.
- Performed in total darkness, edits and transitions happen via voice/sound only.
- iO Chicago runs an ongoing Bat podcast recorded live, featuring different Harold teams each episode.
- Strips improv down to listening, voice work, and ensemble sonic awareness.
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