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Author Archives: improvdr

“A” is for “Audience”

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

Posted byimprovdrNovember 23, 2020October 21, 2023Posted inImprov Terms and Vocabulary, Performance StrategiesTags:A is for, Audience, Community, HostingLeave a comment on “A” is for “Audience”

Game Library: “Scene Without Questions”

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

Posted byimprovdrNovember 20, 2020May 4, 2025Posted inImprov Games, Improv Terms and VocabularyTags:Assumption, Decider, Questions, Scene Without Questions, Short-FormLeave a comment on Game Library: “Scene Without Questions”

“A” is for “Assumption”

Have you ever experienced the tyranny of deferring politeness? If so, “A” is for “Assumption” might be just the blog post for you!

Posted byimprovdrNovember 16, 2020October 21, 2023Posted inImprov Terms and Vocabulary, Performance StrategiesTags:A is for, Assumption, Endowing, Initiation, Offer, Questions, Top ReadsLeave a comment on “A” is for “Assumption”

Game Library: “Options”

“Options” provides a helpful opportunity to really stretch your ask-for muscles as an improviser.

Posted byimprovdrNovember 13, 2020December 1, 2024Posted inImprov Games, Improv Terms and VocabularyTags:Ask-for, Audience, Caller, OptionsLeave a comment on Game Library: “Options”

“A” is for “Ask-for”

While not all improv companies use audience suggestions as an inspirational launching point, this approach remains common. “A” is for “Ask-for” considers some best practices for getting the most out of these moments.

Posted byimprovdrNovember 9, 2020October 21, 2023Posted inImprov Terms and Vocabulary, Performance StrategiesTags:A is for, Ask-for, Audience, Long-Form, Prompt, Short-Form, SuggestionsLeave a comment on “A” is for “Ask-for”

Game Library: “Genre Rollercoaster”

Rollercoaster games can prove challenging in terms of characterization and story telling. This consideration of “Genre Rollercoaster” offers some traps and tips.

Posted byimprovdrNovember 6, 2020August 14, 2026Posted inImprov Games, Improv Terms and Vocabulary, Style It UpTags:Archetype, Caller, Genre Rollercoaster, RollercoasterLeave a comment on Game Library: “Genre Rollercoaster”

“A” is for “Archetype”

The latest entry in my series exploring the “A” to “Z” of improv terminology and techniques.

Posted byimprovdrNovember 2, 2020October 21, 2023Posted inImprov Terms and Vocabulary, Performance StrategiesTags:A is for, Archetype, Character, David Charles, Improv Strategies, ImprovDr, Inclusiveness, Long-Form, Representation, StereotypeLeave a comment on “A” is for “Archetype”

Game Library: “Eye Contact”

Unlock the gift of “Eye Contact” with this contribution to the ImprovDr Game Library.

Posted byimprovdrOctober 30, 2020June 28, 2026Posted inImprov Games, Improv Terms and VocabularyTags:Approval, Checking In, Eye ContactLeave a comment on Game Library: “Eye Contact”

“A” is for “Approval”

“A” is for “Approval” considers some techniques for pursuing our own goals on the improv stage as opposed to seeking the (real or imagined) approval of others.

Posted byimprovdrOctober 26, 2020October 21, 2023Posted inImprov Terms and Vocabulary, Performance StrategiesTags:A is for, Abandon, Approval, Checking In, JudgingLeave a comment on “A” is for “Approval”

Game Library: “Conscience”

The newest addition to the imrpoivdr.com Game Library, “Conscience,” encourages richer dialogue and helpful ambiguity.

Posted byimprovdrOctober 23, 2020March 30, 2026Posted inImprov Games, Improv Terms and VocabularyTags:Ambiguity, Angel and Devil, Conscience, Relationship, SubtextLeave a comment on Game Library: “Conscience”

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