Comedic Improv Research Paper

One of my favorite branches of theatre is comedic improvisation. Comedic improvisation, or improv, is where performers create everything (plot, characters, etc.) on the spot. If you've seen shows like "Whose Line is it Anyway," then you probably have an idea of how improv work. I love performing improv because it helped me be more outgoing, requires a lot of creative thinking, ends up being fun, and it's challenging. Improv helped me break out of my shell. I also perform in musicals and straight plays, and going into auditions became stressful for me. One time, I almost didn't walk in to auditions because I got so nervous and insecure. When I started improv, I became more confident with myself because I felt like I could take my insecurities …show more content…
Improvisors think outside the box in order to engage not only the audience, but themselves. The conflicts and characters created, based on one word or term, end up with crazy results; the most memorable moments end up becoming inside jokes, or leave behind a reputation for the certain performer. Because of improv, I got into a discussion with my friends and teammates on the meaning of antidisestablishmentarianism. During shows, these scenes are the scenes the audience adores. I've found it so fun to entertain audiences with the games we play. When the audience enjoys it, they give off this energy I can only find when I'm on stage performing. I find it very rewarding when the audience is happy because I know what I think is fun just made someone else's day. Even though it may sound and look easy, improv is challenging. Sometimes, there is a bit of pressure lingering during shows. Imagine the first thing that comes to mind is the first thing that comes out of your mouth, and although your teammate, or even you, don't like or understand it, you make a scene out of it anyway. Also, one of the rules for the performer is that he or she is not trying to be funny, even though the audience wants a good