A warm-up to stretch your give and take muscles…
Category Archives: Improv Games
Game Library: “Death in a Minute”
This short-form standard packs a punch and requires players to work closely together towards a common goal.
Game Library: “Get Them To…”
This exercise ably demonstrates the importance of clear objectives and tactics in our scripted and non-scripted scene work. And it’s my 200th post to boot!
Game Library: “Pop-Up Story Book”
This game requires a little rolling around on the floor but, if you’re physically up for it, “Pop-Up Story Book” can unlock delightfully whimsical stories.
Game Library: “Name Circle”
Here’s a super-sized ImprovDr Game Library entry with eight different name games!
Game Library: “Tag-Team Song”
Some thoughts on a short-form improv mainstay, “Tag-Team Song.”
Game Library: “Asides”
Considering the versatile dramatic conceit that is “Asides…”
Game Library: “Word Association”
Here are four well-worn variations of the classic “Word Association” warmup that can help launch you fearlessly into the here and now.
Game Library: “Mantras”
If you’re looking for a way to amp up the emotional voracity of your characters, look no further… I give you “Mantras.”
Game Library: “One-Downing”
“One-Downing” provides a playful tool for elevating your scene partners while adding dynamism and energy.