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Tag Archives: Material
“P” is for “Point of View”
Some advice for quickly snapping into an effective POV when your character hits the stage.
“O” is for “Obvious”
Enjoy these obvious pointers…
“N” is for “Narrative”
This entry articulates some helpful qualities for a strong improvised narrative or story.
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.
“M” is for “Material”
This ImprovDr entry considers sources of improvisational material inspiration.
“L” is for “Looking Backwards”
“Looking Backwards” (but not with anger) provides a fruitful way to find the path forward.
“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.
Game Library: “Theme Scenes”
“Theme Scenes” encourages a more emotionally grounded and nuanced style of improvisational play well-suited to both short- and long-form expeditions.
Game Library: “Sequence Game”
The “Sequence Game” offers a way to brainstorm or refresh material before embarking on style-based or dramaturgically informed work.
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