Improv Overview

What is the first rule of improv?

• Set up a plot

• Be agreeable

• Create conflict

• Bring a gift to the table

What is the second rule of Improv?

• Say "Yes, and!"

• Create conflict

• Be agreeable

• Create a setting

What is the third rule of Improv?

• There are no mistakes

• Be agreeable

• Say "Yes, and!"

• Make statements

Which is the following is an example of a Mrs. Erwin approved Improv statement?

• Wave like a human being!

• No, thanks.

• Yeah.

• What should we do next?

What is the 4th rule of Improv with Mrs. Erwin?

• Be flexible!

• Don't make any mistakes!

• There are no mistakes!

• Don't cause an accident.

Improv can improve your acting instincts and performance.

• True

• False

Unless you’re starring in a one-person show, your acting experience will involve a lot of cooperation and engagement with other actors.

• True.

• False.

An actor should not be concerned with their fellow actor's body language and tone.

• True.

• False.

How does Improv make you better at life?

• It makes you a better conversationalist.

• It improves your problem solving skills.

• It makes you a more positive person.

• All of the options.

Without proper training for when something goes wrong, actors can be left speechless not knowing what to do next.

• True.

• False.