Improvisation
Improvise! In theatre, conversation between characters is called dialogue Usually, the actors use a script, which is a written copy of their dialogue Actors can improvise though, which means acting without a script
Improvisation Unrehearsed, unscripted theatre is called improvisation This is when actors bring imaginary circumstances to life through action and dialogue without a script
Improv. Acting You will be working without a script You say whatever comes to mind in response to the dialogue of others You make up the lines as you go along You have to learn to “think on your feet”
Listening & Responding These are the most important acting fundamentals that actors have to have in order to perform improv.
Guidelines for Improv. Before you begin the scene, decide who you are, what you want, and what your relationship is to the other characters Communicate that character to your audience through your dialogue and actions; make necessary changes in your voice or body. “Become” the character
3. Try hard to remain the same person throughout the scene and don’t “break character” or say or do something that is not consistent with the role you are creating. Laughing at yourself or others during the scene is breaking character. 4. Begin your dialogue with enthusiasm and confidence
5. Paying attention is very important in improv 5. Paying attention is very important in improv., if you follow along and listen you can respond appropriately. Concentrate on what is being said, not on yourself. You will be surprised how easy it is to think of something to say in response. 6. Remember to keep the dialogue moving. Keep talking, long periods of silence are boring to the audience.
7. Avoid “dead-end” words or phrases such as “No. ” “Ok. ” and “So 7. Avoid “dead-end” words or phrases such as “No.” “Ok.” and “So?” These stop the dialogue and is difficult for others in the scene to continue the conversation. Avoid asking other characters questions that can be answered with “yes” or “no” 8. Always look for a way to end the scene. When the natural ending occurs, conclude the scene.