The start of a new year naturally invites reflection. We think about who we want to be, how we want to feel, and what we’d like to change — not just physically, but emotionally, socially, and creatively. If you’re looking for a new you this year, an improv class might be one of the most…
When people hear the word improv, they often imagine performers being put on the spot, trying desperately to be funny with no plan. That image keeps a lot of people from taking an improv class or attending a show. But that version of improv isn’t very accurate. So what is improv, really? Improv is Not…
Thinking about registering for your first improv class can feel a lot like standing on the high dive as a kid. You imagine everyone watching you, waiting for you to mess up, and secretly hoping you’ll do something amazing. That mental picture is exactly what makes people nervous. But real improv class is nothing like…
When most people hear the word “improv,” they think of Whose Line Is It Anyway? or a comedy show where actors make things up on the spot. And while that’s true, improv is much more than quick puns and silly scenes. It’s a mindset, a skill set, and—a life tool. Improv Is Play for Grown…
Some nights, after improv class ends, I spend time with my students by sharing a beer or a burrito. We’ll go over that evening’s lesson and then the conversation organically moves on to other subjects. Sometimes these conversations continue beyond the bites and brews – these are the ones I refer to as parking lot…
Have you ever walked into a group space to find out you’ll be participating in experiential learning? Look around the room at the faces and the body language. Do you see clenched fists? Maybe people have started to grind their teeth a bit. Perhaps there’s even a sudden line at the rest rooms. Believe it…
A new year always reminds me that it’s the season to learn something — or to help others learn something. I love holding space for people who want to experience how improv might touch their lives. And, when someone discovers my improv background, I usually get the following responses: “Tell me a joke – go…
