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“I” is for In-Progress “Index”

A hopefully helpful in-progress index to my current “A to Z” of improv terms and techniques series. New entries posted most Mondays!

Here’s a joyously chaotic exercise called “Rule Breaker” that reveals the import of foundational improv strategies.

“B” is for “Blocking” considers the relationship between saying “no” and the fears that many improvisers and performers wrestle with on stage.

This new entry for the Game Library, “Four Sentence Story,” allows players to explore the building blocks of constructing a coherent narrative.

“B” is for “Balance” examines four different definitions of this important improv concept.

Partnered with the concept of Auditions, “Three Through the Door” pushes you to make the leap quickly and resolutely into character.

Many exciting improv adventures begin with “A” is for “Auditions.” Here are some tips to help you navigate this often stressful process.

Improv often breaks the fourth wall of performance; “Scene in the Audience” takes that concept to the nth degree.

Here are some musings on possible contracts we could or should have as improvisers with our “Audience.”

Do you like asking questions? Is irony your cup of tea? Would you enjoy a challenge? Then do I have the game for you?