Communicating better online using online improvisation classes
[ad_1] Between March and October 2020, we’ve delivered around 580 online improvisation classes and in so doing, we’ve become one of the world’s foremost providers of online improvisation courses, classes and experiences. We have also had a big impact on people’s online communication skills. Here we take a look at how we did it, where…
Read MoreImprovised Puppetry: Interview with Jennifer Jordan
[ad_1] Improvised Puppetry: Interview with Jennifer Jordan What excites you when it comes to improvised puppetry? Improvised puppetry has so many possibilities. The fact that puppetry opens up possibilities which are restricted in human improv by the laws of physics. I also love the different sides of improvisers which get revealed when performing through…
Read MoreImprov Tip #151 – The Power of Being Human in Improv (w/Jeffrey Thompson) (2020)
Improv, Improv Comedy, Improvisation – whatever you call it, we’re here to help. Welcome back to improv tips. In this week’s improv tip, guest tipper Jeffrey Thompson offers an idea that will add depth and texture to your improv work – Be Human. Whether you’re doing improv comedy, playing improv games, using improv in your…
Read MoreCall & Response Connections | Improv As Improv Does Best
[ad_1] Dang, it’s been along time since I posted. There is a site re-design in the works and I have been working through teaching online. So lots of good things ahead for improvdoesbest.com. But here it is Halloween night 2020. I’m feeling a little hopeful (knock on wood). And an interaction just inspired me to…
Read MoreYes And…Then What? (and BONUS Improv Tip) (w/ Gina Ippolito) (2020)
Improvisers are known for making things up on the spot, but the art form itself is so transient. Even after the best shows, the audience and performers are left with only memories and that “you had to be there feeling.” Many improvisers, however, have taken the skills and sensibilities they learned and honed in improv…
Read MoreImprov Tip #150 – How Can I Practice Improv Solo? Part 2: Characters (2020)
Improv, Improv Comedy, Improvisation – whatever you call it, we’re here to help. In this week’s improv tip, veteran teacher and improviser Paul Vaillancourt give you a simple improv exercise (improv game) that you can use to practice improv solo. Solo improv can help you stay sharp and keep working those improv muscles. Whether you’re…
Read MoreImprov Tip #149 Playing with Gender in Improv (w/Stephen Davidson) (2020)
Improv, Improv Comedy, Improvisation – whatever you call it, we’re here to help. In this week’s improv tip, guest tipper Stephen Davidson talks about using the entire gender continuum when improvising. Whether you’re doing improv comedy, playing improv games, using improv in your acting classes, or expressing yourself with some other kind of improvisation, you…
Read MoreAn update from Maydays HQ
[ad_1] Regency Square Maydays Studio closure It is with great sadness that we announce the closure of our Brighton studio, primarily due to the on-going effects of the coronavirus pandemic. We have loved our studio (and we know a lot of you have too) but the space is too small to hold classes safely, and…
Read MoreImprov TIp #148 – Take That Risk (w/ Navaris Darson) (2020)
Improv, Improv Comedy, Improvisation – whatever you call it, we’re here to help. In this week’s improv tip, guest tipper Navaris Darson advises you to take that risk in improv and take your work to the next level. Whether you’re doing improv comedy, playing improv games, using improv in your acting classes, or expressing yourself…
Read MoreThe Improv Life Ep.7 with Coop Foster – Fernando’s Improv Blog Podcast
[ad_1] Ep.7 of The Improv Life with Coop Foster Welcome to Episode 7 of The Improv Life! My guest was the very funny Coop Foster! Coop is hilarious. I’ve seen her bring audiences down with a single twitch of her eyebrow! She’s got that funny energy that audiences respond to, and it’s a quality you…
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