A new episode is out! We’re back with Patti Stiles in our first episode of Season 5 to discuss her wonderful book – Improvise Freely. It’s a timely book, as well as an encouragement and challenge to improvisers – no matter how seasoned.
We cover a lot of what's in the book - but as much insight and wisdom as we discuss, there's a dozen times more in the book itself. After listening, you're sure to want to pick up a copy if you haven't already.
Improv Comedy Connection Podcast
Read MoreIn this episode Shelley and Patti speak rather casually about the serious topic of improvisation - a skill that every leader would benefit from learning.
Improvisation is all about being effective despite the reactivity and chaos by appreciating the limitless amount of ways we respond to information presented to us.
This is a fabulously thought-provoking conversation that will get you considering how to adjust your approach to shift the outcome.
Read MoreInspired by my book Improvise Freely, Speak Freely is where Improvisors speak off the record - on the record.
In episode 1, What does 'Professional Improvisor 'mean? Where do we find inspiration? and of course what do you think of rules?
Read MoreModerated by Bridie Connell (award-winning improviser and holder of Strong Opinions), ITS Rant Academy features a rotating cast of ITS faculty and internationally renowned improvisers letting loose about their unpopular improv opinions and pet peeves, followed by a Q&A with the audience.
Read MorePatti Stiles, originally from Loose Moose Theatre, talks about how to create a shared space, and, what that really means... Plus, some highlights from her improv career!
Read MorePatti and Rebecca chat about Keith Johnstone's format "Theatresports". They touch on blocking, hedging, bridging, and more.
Read MoreIn this episode, Patti shares how Keith works as a teacher, director, and playwright. She also articulates what separates Johnstone-trained improvisers from others and, most importantly, how Keith masterfully and gently applies systematic desensitization-type tools to help student improvisers overcome their fears on stage.
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