by Jenny O'Haver
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There are certain things I look for on the resume of an actor I'm considering. Improv is one of them. Improv is not just for comedy. An actor who's had solid improv training and performance experience will often do well in an audition. It helps improve an actor's ability to think on their feet. It helps them to be present and 'real' in a scene, with or without dialogue.
Now, any improv experience is good but the current 'hot' improv training is that of Upright Citizen's Brigade. We've had directors specifically ask to see talent from UCB.
As actors, you should constantly be 'honing your craft'. No matter how experienced an actor is, I find the best actors are the ones who continue to work on their art. When looking for classes or performance opportunities, be sure to find one that will improve your improv. It will serve you well!
There are plenty of good books on improv acting. One of them is The Improv Handbook by Tom Salinsky.
Have you taken any great improv classes? I'd be interested to hear about them.
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