Show Notes
Building a Community Through Improv:
- Growth of audiences at local venues like Saturn and the establishment of Faraway Theater.
- The teamwork and trust essential in forming a business partnership centered around comedy and community.
The Art of Improvisation:
- Teaching methodologies focused on comfort, vulnerability and advanced improv techniques like the Herald form.
- Application of improv in non-performance settings, including corporate training for team building.
Challenges and Rewards of Running an Improv Theater:
- Efforts in curriculum development that capture the essence of their group’s uniqueness.
- Non-performance opportunities and community engagement initiatives including the new improv for anxiety class led by a licensed therapist.
Entrepreneurship in the Arts:
- Balancing full-time jobs while managing a theater, creating a curriculum and handling ticketing systems.
- Starting with passion and adapting to fulfill community needs effectively.
Maintaining Engagement:
- Importance of engaging with the audience and creating a sense of belonging through themed shows and thoughtful branding.
- The role of physical environment in enhancing the theatrical experience and audience immersion.
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Carrie Rollwagen