Some hot takes about the art of focus takes.
Category Archives: Performance Strategies
“S” is for “Subtext”
I like your shoes.
“S” is for “Strangers”
Here are five answers to the improvisational riddle “when is a stranger not a stranger…?”
“S” is for “Sticky Feet”
Do you suffer from the improvisational curse of “Sticky Feet?”
“S” is for “Status”
If you’re not consciously considering “Status” in your work, then you are truly missing out.
“S” is for “Stakes”
Raising the “stakes” in your work typically raises the energy, attack, and momentum as well.
“S” is for “Stage Picture”
Are your improv stage pictures worth a thousand words…?
“S” is for “Split Focus”
99% of the time, “Split Focus” will cause problems on the improv stage. Here’s a consideration of the other 1% of the time!
“S” is for “Specificity”
A little nuance goes a long way….
“S” is for “Speaking Your Truth”
“In truth,” I find this technique extremely helpful when working with complex and emotionally charged material.