This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create content on the fly that allows their players to lead the direction of the campaign.
Description:
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create content on the fly that allows their players to lead the direction of the campaign. Turning minor NPCs into deeper characters, threading multiple storylines and split parties, and setting up a chain of consequences will be what this workshop focuses on. Mikel Matthews has been doing improv since 1995 and is the founder of Illinois State University’s Improv Mafia and the Abe Froman Project. As Improvgm on TikTok, he gives advice and techniques about incorporating improv practices into RPGs.
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create content on the fly that allows their players to lead the direction of the campaign.
Description:
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create content on the fly that allows their players to lead the direction of the campaign. Turning minor NPCs into deeper characters, threading multiple storylines and split parties, and setting up a chain of consequences will be what this workshop focuses on. Mikel Matthews has been doing improv since 1995 and is the founder of Illinois State University’s Improv Mafia and the Abe Froman Project. As Improvgm on TikTok, he gives advice and techniques about incorporating improv practices into RPGs.
Victor Yerrid, Master Puppeteer & founding member of Jim Henson’s Puppet Up! leads this puppet improv extravaganza. Participants will perform in a series of games & exercises. Big fun, limited spots!
Description:
Improvisation is the ultimate tool to free up your acting. Nearly every puppet show ever created has benefitted from some form of improv, and the more facile your skillset, the more in-demand you will be as a performer. Good improv will help you develop characters, audition stronger, and ultimately become a better actor. PLUS, it’s waaaaay easier than learning a bunch of lines. Just ask Matin Sheen of West Wing fame. He was once quoted as saying “Man, I wish I was a puppeteer who could improvise. That would be a much better job than having to memorize all of this stupid political jargon. I’m Martin Sheen.” So, if you like puppets and don’t want to get stuck working on dialogue heavy scenes with Bradley Whitford and Allison Janney, then come learn how to improvise with puppets. It could be the best life decision you will ever make!
Participants will learn the art of battling with the Longsword, a Historical European Martial Art. Footwork & blade work will be taught. Test your new skills in bouts with your peers.
Participants will learn the art of battling with the Longsword, a Historical European Martial Art. Footwork & blade work will be taught. Test your new skills in bouts with your peers.
Participants will learn the art of battling with the Longsword, a Historical European Martial Art. Footwork & blade work will be taught. Test your new skills in bouts with your peers.
Participants will learn the art of battling with the Longsword, a Historical European Martial Art. Footwork & blade work will be taught. Test your new skills in bouts with your peers.
Participants will learn the art of fencing with a saber. Rules, basic footwork, & blade work will be taught. Fencing sabers will be used. Test your new skills in bouts with your peers.
Participants will learn the art of fencing with a saber. Rules, basic footwork, & blade work will be taught. Fencing sabers will be used. Test your new skills in bouts with your peers.
Participants will learn the art of fencing with a saber. Rules, basic footwork, & blade work will be taught. Fencing sabers will be used. Test your new skills in bouts with your peers.