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Why “Yes, And” Matters So Much In Improv (And In Life)
“Yes, and” is a practice in generosity: to your scene partners, to yourself, and to the audience.
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Discovering Improv
What Is Long-Form Improv?
We specialise in long-form improv here at The FA. But what does it actually involve, what makes it different, and what is so great about it?
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Discovering Improv
What Is Premise-based Improv?
How does premise‑based improv actually work, and how do we teach it at The Free Association?
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Discovering Improv
What Is Narrative Improv?
Narrative improv is what happens when we follow characters, build relationships, raise the stakes and create a satisfying ending, without a script.
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Discovering Improv
What Is Organic Improv?
Discover why organic improv is often referred to as the purest form of improv, the skills you need to do it, and how we teach it at the FA.
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