A little tidbit of Austin Improv lore: Michael Joplin drove me to my first improv audition in Austin in 1997, giving me a ride from West Campus to the Velveeta room. Michael was already on…
It’s time for Spring Cleaning: getting rid of all that junk that clutters your life and mind to make space for the fun new projects that bring you energy and joy. So drop off that…
Every month or so, Merlin Works releases a new email newsletter, with a feature article about how improv applies to other aspects of life and vice versa. This month’s feature article focuses on how the…
Most workshops start with some ice breaker or warm-up activities to get everyone acquainted, comfortable, focused and energized. After warm-ups, the instructor will give you a brief introduction into the topic at hand and then…
You can’t really learn improv, can you? Of course you can! Spontaneity, creativity, and listening are just like any other skill–you can practice them and get better. It’s like jazz improvisation. You would never just…
To have fun To loosen up, be more creative, and be more spontaneous To perform improv comedy on stage To improve their stand up comedy/juggling/live music/magic act To be better at thinking on their feet…
Austin Wide Open Magazine: “Another veteran performer, Shana Merlin, has performed with numerous troupes including Los Paranoias, The Oxymorons, and ultimately with Sean Hill’s Austin Theatresports. When Hill first opened the Hideout and started The Heroes…