One of the things I like about improv class is the connection that develops among students. To learn improv, there’s an inherent need to be emotionally vulnerable, at least to some extent. And for some…
I‘ve been seriously dabbling in fiction for twenty-five years. Took three 16-week graduate-level seminars from published authors; wrote at least twenty short stories; submitted three or four for publication. And did I ever publish a…
When I told a friend I’m taking improv classes her response sounded like, “Wow, you are so brave. I could never do that.” While I might be brave, that’s not the trait that motivated me…
A few weeks ago my musical improv teacher had us warm-up near the piano. Before we started our voice exercises, she stressed the importance of standing tall, having good posture and focusing on the breath…
“Improv changed my life!” You might be nodding your head in agreement with this statement if you’ve been taking classes or performing for a while. Perhaps one of your friends does improv and is constantly…
Did you know that some of your favorite movie scenes were not scripted at all, but completely improvised? Of course you did – you’re probably an improviser or at least interested in improv, and it’s pretty safe…
Don’t be a walking stereotype when you come out on stage—no scratch that—don’t be a walking stereotype. Period. But especially not when you’re in an improv scene where other people can get offended, even more…