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I’ve always loved watching magic shows. The larger-than-life characters many magicians embody, the spectacle of grand illusions, the timing and speed of close-up work—and more than anything, the storytelling. Penn & Teller have been my favorites for as long as I can remember. As performers they’re captivating and playful; as people they’re true students of their craft. I especially love when they explain how a trick works and then still manage to blow your mind when they perf

Every class I teach — but especially Introduction to Improvisation — is an adventure. The students are exploring something new to them, meeting new people, probably visiting a new space. Maybe they’re excited, nervous, or even second-guessing their decision. From my perspective, I’m trying to get a read on the group — get a sense of any previous experience, notice who might need a little more prompting, support, or reigning in. Most importantly, we’re all trying to figure out

Our world is a dichotomy: news and opinions are more present than ever, yet people feel more distant and less connected. Faced with an onslaught of information, we often either push back or turn inward. One of the many reasons I love improvisation is that it forces me to engage actively and positively. Every word, action, and expression matters in a world that only exists because of those words, actions, and expressions. Improv demands that we listen deeply, notice nuance, an

As a coach, teacher, mentor, and facilitator I've had the privilege of working with hundreds of people of all ages and backgrounds. Their...

Improvisation isn’t just for the stage — it’s a mindset and skillset that shows up in surprising places. “Improvisation is about...