Workshop Description: Since 2014, Caitlin and Theresa have been working with Bloomsbury Press and 11 applied improvisers to collect, edit and publish a book of case studies called Applied Improvisation: Leading, Collaborating and Creating Beyond the Theatre, which will be released next year. Come talk with the two co-editors and some of the contributing authors. We will share how the project started, some of our big challenges and successes, then spend the rest of the time on Q&A. We want to encourage and empower you write and publish your stories!
Workshop Description: Stories provide entrée to relationships, are essential for prospective sharing and are a means of understanding and empowerment. Story frames are structured story prompts that can be used in intercultural communication. Prompts provide participants with “permission” to share, while at the same time allowing the stories to be directed to suit communicative goals.
We will explore the power of narrative, consider culturally sensitive approaches to narrative engagement, and develop our own story frames. The goal of this workshop is for all of us to become more narratively resourceful as we talk, listen, create, and celebrate the power of stories.
Facilitators think a lot about style…the khakis or nose ring speak volumes. Audience members have individual styles too and the more adept you are at assessing and adapting your style to theirs, the more likely you will be engaging and memorable.
You’ll learn simple strategies to help you have fun and be more effective in the moment. An interactive style map provides concrete tips to help you prepare when you have the time and improvise when you don’t. The first 20 people in the room receive a free style map. Additional maps available for purchase.
This workshop brings the Spolin foundation of Improvisational Games and philosophy focused on movement and full body communication. This is perfect for developing Improvisation with groups of non- actors. There is no pressure to “act.” This is a fast-paced, full-involvement workshops with games new to AIN members. These techniques allow you to tap into true spontaneity, connection and creativity. They also make great high-energy warm-ups. Viola Spolin originated formalized Improvisational Theater techniques.
