Assessing your character for improv solo practice sessions
Between practices we can practice on our own to develop our skills and confidence so time is better utilized when you can get together (or do that solo show).
Category Improv
Articles about learning and performing improv comedy.
Creating characters from the inside out
Newsletter #59: Getting inspiration from yourself and others to create interesting characters
Connection doesn’t only mean eye contact
This article is about making eye contact with your scene partners, and other ways that improvisers and actors can facilitate connections on stage if meeting a direct gaze is not available to you. Traditional modes of connection are sometimes not…
Honesty in Character Creation & Improv Jams
Newsletter #58: Develop some realistic characters by examining honesty in their creation and reactions
Memory and recall exercises in improv & comedy
Newsletter #57: When do you remember things best? One thing to try for that. And an article about literalism in comedy, new jams with Jenice & Keri, and an animated audio drama
Impedance matching improves comedy performances
Balancing energy in your interactions and performances involves communicating well, and putting some effort into it sometimes
Practice Active Listening (exercise)
Newsletter #56: You can be present to listen better - one thing to try for that. And an article about literalism in comedy, new jams with Jenice & Keri, and an animated audio drama
Literally about literalism in improv & comedy
Looking at how a common neurodivergent trait, literalism, affects our writing and scenes. This article includes a special nod to improv.
Science supports group games and icebreakers, too
We love them or hate them, but even studies show they can make spaces more creative and beneficial for most. Here are a few more ideas to adjust these games to better support diverse neurotypes.
Suggestions for Protecting Your Mind While Doing Comedy
Ten suggestions to help you protect yourself while doing comedy and participating in our communities. YOU deserve compassion & respect no matter where you are with mental health or your neurotype.