improv pt 2. Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is the basic rule of blocking in improv?
Not accepting an offer from your partner and actually rejecting the offer.
An example of blocking is when Partner B responds negatively to Partner A’s birthday comment.
Define wimping in the context of improv.
Accepting an offer, but not doing anything with it to further the scene.
An example of wimping is Partner B merely agreeing to Partner A’s birthday comment without adding anything.
What does waffling mean in improv?
Rambling or talking about things that are unrelated to the scene because you have no ideas.
An example is when Partner B goes off on unrelated topics after Partner A mentions a birthday.
Explain gagging in the context of improv.
Trying to hog the spotlight in a scene by making jokes or doing funny things that do nothing to progress the scene.
An example is when Partner B sings out of tune and does silly actions without contributing to the scene.
True or False: Improv always has to be funny.
False.
Improv can be serious or sad; forcing humor often makes scenes less effective.
Why do open-ended questions cause problems in improv?
They put all the work on your scene partner because you are forcing them to think of new ideas to continue the scene.
What is the significance of accepting offers in improv?
It helps to keep the scene moving and makes it more interesting.
Fill in the blank: In improv, an ‘offer’ is any _______ or _______ your partner is giving you to continue the scene.
[line] or [action]
What should you do to make an improv scene more engaging?
Listen to your partner(s) and accept their offers without blocking.
What happens when you try too hard to be funny in improv?
The scene can become forced and less funny.
