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Improvisation, Inc.

An Applied Improvisation Handbook

Robert Lowe

Robert Lowe, 2017

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Robert Lowe provides a hands-on guide to using the techniques of improvisational theater to increase spontaneity and creativity in the workplace. He shows how to apply these improv techniques to improve communication, break down bureaucracy and help people in your organization express their talents. Happily, his tips have broad application beyond the workplace. The material is relevant to individuals, families, community leaders, politicians, military leaders, business leaders, teachers, and anyone who understands the importance of communicating effectively and easily. Here’s why the show must go on.

Take-Aways

Improvisation – that is, the techniques of improvisational theater, or improv – can improve your business environment.
Improvisation’s basic qualities – spontaneity and playfulness – can help your company avoid rigidity.
Using improvisation can improve your creativity and help you adjust to change.

About the Author

Robert Lowe is the founder of Improvisation, Inc., an educational consulting firm specializing in the use of improvisational theater techniques for organizational development. Lowe is a passionate drama teacher, director, player and observer.

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