Class begins Wednesday, April 6 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Improvisation is not just something for actors and comedians. MBA Students are being asked to take improv classes. Why? The answer is the same reason why professionals and educators should be trained: the root is in communication. Even the basic improv principle of “yes, and” is the essential idea behind inquiry.

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— Register for this class. The three-week class ends Wednesday, April 20.

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Improv is a life skill that builds confidence, enhances listening and responding skills and encourages collaboration. It is all about the moment, the right now – essential to good communication.

This is a lot like training for a marathon. You do not go to the gym once and then run thirteen miles. People can’t just walk into a classroom, boardroom or a gallery and start presenting.

By training your brain, you are sharpening your skills. This three week class will enhance your skills in public speaking, focused listening, responding, flexibility and specificity — leading to greater confidence and lower inhibitions when speaking or presenting.

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— an announcement from Darien Library

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Led by The Engaging Educator, who specializes in customized improv-based education. They provide classes that enhance public speaking, creativity, flexibility, positive risk-taking, teamwork and more by flexing improv muscles.

Beyond their classes for educators and professionals, they also specialize in improv for high school students, corporate workshops, and improv for individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as individuals with cerebral palsy.

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Illustration from Darien Library website: Photo by eightk / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0