About this episode
This episode introduces the podcast 'Your Improv Brain', which explores improv concepts tailored for different brain types, particularly focusing on neurodivergent experiences.
Your brain goes blank in the middle of a scene. Or the opposite happens: twelve ideas at once and you can't pick one, so you stand there smiling while your scene partner waits. Your Improv Brain breaks down improv concepts one at a time, for every brain type. Each episode covers a single concept, how neurodivergent brains might experience it differently, and what's happening in your nervous system when improv gets hard. Because sometimes the thing blocking your scene is physiological, and "just relax" has never been useful for us. Topics include how to start a scene, how to build a character with your voice, and how to actually listen instead of planning your next line. Every episode includes at least one exercise to practise with a scene partner, and most include a solo version for those working on their own. Whether you're autistic, ADHD, or just someone whose brain doesn't always cooperate on stage, this show is for you. New episodes drop every week. There's also a monthly bonus audio episode on inclusion, regulation, or neurodivergence. Find show details at improvupdate.com . Find the video version of these episodes at YouTube.com/@jdehaan Downloadable content Download the…
People in this episode
Host: Jen deHaan
Topics covered
- improv concepts
- neurodivergent experiences
- scene work
- character building
- listening skills
- exercises for improv
Keywords
- improv
- neurodivergence
- ADHD
- autism
- scene partner
- character development
- listening
- exercises
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Your Improv Brain, YouTube, improvupdate.com
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