We’re continuing our journey into improv theory and technique with “C” is for “Canadian Cross,” a gentle form of adding detail to your scenes.
Category Archives: Improv Terms and Vocabulary
Game Library: “Song Cue”
This addition to the Game Library is a musical improv mainstay, “Song Cue.” That sounds like a blog…
“C” is for “Caller”
Here are some thoughts on how to sharpen your game in this integral but often thankless role with “C” is for “Caller.”
Game Library: “Perspectives”
I’ve found that most players really enjoy the central conceit of “Perspectives” that explores a given moment through the eyes of four different characters. And it’s a handy dandy tool for exploring callbacks too!
“C” is for “Callback”
Strap yourself in for an ocean of C’s as we begin a new letter in our “A to Z” of improv terms with “C” is for “Callback.”
“C” is for “CAD”
If you’re unfamiliar with the concept of an improv CAD then look no further.
Game Library: “Most Scenes in a Minute”
“Most Scenes in a Minute” can help you practice that elusive skill of pitching strong scenic buttons. And it’s a whirlwind of fun as well!
“B” is for “Button”
How appropriate to end our series of B’s with “B” is for “Button.” For something so common in our work I find this element of improv isn’t particularly widely addressed.
Game Library: “Emotions”
“Emotions” provides a dynamic rollercoaster variant that also supports strong character and scene work.
“B” is for “Bulletproof”
If the choices of others onstage tend to bounce off you and leave you unchanged, then do I have the blog entry for you: “B” is for “Bulletproof”.