The Backline

Canadian Comedy Award winners Rob Norman and Adam Cawley discuss weekly improv-based topics based on a theme.
Aug 24 2026

Stage Fright

The Backline

Stage Fright

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This week on The Backline, Rob and Adam talk about stage fright, nerves, anxiety, and all the things that can make stepping onstage feel terrifying. Is stage fright just a silly emotional response, or is there something more serious going on? Why do some performers get nervous before every show while others seem completely unfazed? And if you’re experiencing stage fright now, does it ever go away—or can it actually get worse?

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