This narrative exercise deploys the foundational storytelling techniques of advancing and extending.
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“E” is for “Extending”
The last improv “E” is for “Extending,” the critical practice of imbuing our stories with specificity and, subsequently, interest.
Game Library: “Naïve Expert”
It’s not just the oxymoronic game title that’s appealing: “Naïve Expert” combines endowments, talk-shows and obscure areas of expertise in a delightfully entertaining way.
“E” is for “Experts”
The persona of the “Expert” has a lot to offer in terms of confidence, precision and crafting our characters from a place of strength.
Game Library: “Entrances and Exits”
Just two simple rules set the stage for a lot of dynamic action in “Entrances and Exits.”
“E” is for “Exits”
Some musings on the age-old improv question of “Should I stay or should I go now…””
Game Library: “Commercial”
And now for a “Commercial” break from your regular ImprovDr programming…
“E” is for “Erasure”
If you catch yourself committing an improv act of “Erasure,” this ImprovDr entry offers some paths forward for making amends.
Game Library: “Cooperation/Noncooperation Scene”
This game, “Cooperation/Noncooperation Scene,” has the advantage of not only enriching the environment but also encouraging players to work together towards a common goal.
“E” is for “Environment”
Are you fully exploiting all the gifts your performance environments can offer?
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