Character and Conflict · Theater Performance

The Art of Improvisation

Developing spontaneity and collaborative storytelling skills through improvisational games and exercises.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is 'Yes, and...' the most important rule in improvisation?
  2. 2How do you maintain a character when something unexpected happens?
  3. 3How does listening to your partner change the direction of a scene?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Drama - Grade 5
Grade: Grade 5
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Character and Conflict
Period: Theater Performance

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