Improv, Beat by Beat

26 – Advice

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May 26, 2019
Join Maritza Montañez, Liz Noth, and Chris Scott, along with other improv experts, as they dive into invaluable advice for first-year improvisers. They stress the importance of attending shows for learning and understanding the craft. Tips include the necessity of regular practice, embracing vulnerability on stage, and building a supportive community. The conversation also touches on navigating sensitivity and the joy of diverse experiences in improv, encouraging newcomers to express their unique voices and foster connections.
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ADVICE

Perform Regularly

  • Perform in shows regularly, even in less conventional venues.
  • Shows provide valuable experience with audiences and help overcome stage fright.
ADVICE

Overcome Stage Fright

  • Do as many shows as possible to overcome stage fright.
  • Don't treat every show as a measure of self-worth; focus on the process.
ADVICE

Embrace Failure

  • Accept that you'll have bad shows and scenes; it's part of the process.
  • Don't focus on being funny; prioritize the work and be willing to fail.
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