This ImprovDr entry explores the important distinction between self-conscious Mugging and more deliberately crafted theatrical moments that might look the same at first glance.
Category Archives: Performance Strategies
“M” is for “Material”
This ImprovDr entry considers sources of improvisational material inspiration.
“L” is for “Love”
Is there enough “Love” in your improv?
“L” is for “Looking Good”
Many view this advice as a golden rule of improv: strive to make your fellow players look good…
“L” is for “Looking Backwards”
“Looking Backwards” (but not with anger) provides a fruitful way to find the path forward.
Game Library: “La Ronde”
“La Ronde” provides a user-friendly frame for exploring complex characters and relationships.
“L” is for “Long-Form”
For such a widely used term in Western improv circles, it can be challenging to get your arms around an inclusive and helpful definition of “Long-Form” improvisation. Here’s an effort to do just that…
“L” is for “Levels”
Whether it’s staging, verbal choices, emotions or content, there are undoubtedly a lot of “Levels” to consider on the improv stage.
“K” is for “Kindness”
Starting the new year (and a new letter) with a little “Kindness.”
“J” is for “Justification”
As Del Close aptly noted, “The actor’s business is to justify…”