Improv, Beat by Beat

21 – Best Notes, Part 2

Nov 4, 2018
In this engaging discussion, John Timothy, Beth Appel, Ashley Ward, and others share transformative notes that shaped their improvisational journeys. They explore the power of constructive feedback and its role in personal growth. The conversation highlights overcoming self-doubt, the importance of authenticity in performances, and the dynamics of effective comedic scenes. Insights on setting boundaries and maintaining organized notes for improvisation enrich the dialogue, revealing how these experiences deepen their craft and enhance collaboration in the art form.
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ADVICE

Choose Funny Human Over Cartoon

  • Stop performing like a cartoon and aim to be a funny human in scenes.
  • Shift focus from exaggerated bits to grounded reactions to access richer laughs.
ADVICE

Make Their Idea Work

  • When a partner falters, make their idea work instead of correcting them.
  • Avoid inserting your own funnier idea; support and build the scene together.
ADVICE

Just Ask — Let Them Say No

  • Ask people to join your projects instead of assuming they'll say no.
  • Let others refuse; you gain opportunities only by asking.
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