Improvisational Theatre

Improvisational theatre, also known simply as improv, is a form of performance art.

Many actors, who work with scripts in stage, film or television, use improvisation in their rehearsal process. "Improv" techniques are often taught in standard acting classes. Some of the basic skills improvisation teaches actors are to listen and be aware of the other players, to have clarity in communication, and confidence to find choices instinctively and spontaneously. Knowing how to improvise off the script helps actors find lifelike choices in rehearsal and to then keep the quality of discovery in the present moment in their performance, as well.