How Improv Boosts Confidence
There’s a common misconception that, in order to do improv and hold the attention of an audience, you need to be naturally funny. Improv doesn’t work this way. There are a few basic, fundamental rules to the game that increase your chances of success, confidence, and...
The Benefits of Improv at Any Age
In its purest form, improv is a concept that helps people from all walks of life develop relationships and achieve success. The essential principles of improvisation are living in the moment and making the most out of interactions. Improv classes teach people to go...
How Improv Boosts Confidence
There’s a common misconception that in order to do improv and hold the attention of an audience, you need to be naturally funny. Improv actually doesn’t work this way. There are a few basic, fundamental rules to the game that increase your chances of success,...
Improv Moments in Film Part 2
Last month we discusses a few of the most famous scenes in cinema that were actually improvised. Casablanca, The Dark Knight, and The Shining are all perfect examples of movies where actors chose to improvise their scene and ended up making something iconic to the...
Improv Moments in Film
Improvisation isn't solely found on the stage or in a comedy club. Although the continually changing environment of the theater is a ripe field for amazing improv moments, a more structured environment can still yield amazing results. On a movie set, you often have...
Journaling for Improv
Improvisational theater is an art form that requires interaction with other people. With COVID-19, the world of theater has come to a standstill with many theaters shutting their doors and canceling programs. While it’s true that theatrical performances can be adapted...
Tips For Improving Improv
Remember the old adage about what comes first, the chicken or the egg? The same often applies to life and art. Does life imitate art, or does art imitate life? Whatever the order is, improv and life are directly intertwined. The way we use improv is impacted by our...
Improv and Daily Life
Improv or improvisations a form of live theater that focuses on off-the-cuff acting. The characters, settings, lines, and/or stories are made up on the spot and evolve as the story develops. Improv is not just for the stage but can be applied and utilized in our...
The Basics of Improv
Improvisation, or improv for short, its the art of composing or executing theater that is unprepared beforehand. Although improv is all about spontaneity and creativity, there are simple ways basics and rules that set the basis for creative thought. Not only do some...
A Connection Between Improv and Therapy
If you've ever enjoyed a stand-up routine from your favorite comedian, you know how therapeutic a good laugh can be. Laughter takes your mind off of your worries and gives your brain a little time to recover. That is until you resume focusing on your problems instead...