On Friday the 13th, Izzy and I did a LIVE audio event on LinkedIn. We invited participants on stage to play an improv game with us called “One Minute Story.” I’ll often use this game in public speaking classes and consults as a warmup exercise. …
Read MoreApplied Improv is the “Type O” of skillsets
The evidence for the universal usefulness of improv comes from my Google Alert. It’s is set for the term “improv.” One day, I’ll read about improv’s role in a business leadership class. Another day, it’s about how teens on the autism spectrum use it to …
Read MoreNew Game Rules! I Heard a Rumor About You
The RULES: In this two-person improv game, select one player as “The Chosen One,” or CO, for short! The other player grabs and reveals either a purple card or an orange card. 🟠🟣 The player with the card confronts the CO with a rumor based …
Read MoreX is like Y: Game Play + Debrief
Izzy G and Laura B use the Sponto Time deck to play the improv game “X is like Y.” After they both play the game, they debrief in an Applied Improv session. Transcript: Laura: So we’re going to play a game called X is like …
Read MoreWhat is the difference between Improv Theater and Applied Improv?
Laura: Izzy, what is the difference between Improv Theater and Applied Improv? Izzy: Great question! The main difference is in the function and the goal. Improv Theater is about entertainment. People go to the theater, and they watch the improv groups. The audience is engaged …
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