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What would happen if you committed really hard?

But not just hard. Really, really hard. So much so that you believed the words you’re saying, and the things you’re doing. You’re no longer an improviser trying to dream up the smartest move in a scene. You’re a character existing in this reality, and it’s actually happening to you. 

What if you committed even harder than that?

What if you made a comedic choice and stuck to it no matter what? Even when it wasn’t getting laughs. Even when you’re terrified.

What if you just kept doing it with greater confidence and conviction?

What if the audience truly believed your character, and understood your world view? Your thoughts and actions make sense because they HAVE to.

What if you committed so hard, you could never be wrong?

Long-form improvisation has been booming in the last ten years, but for some reason, there still only seem to be a handful of improv groups that are truly great.

We all know them. We all inspire to be like them. Then why aren’t there more? The answer is simple. It’s the thing that is hardest to do in life, and even harder to do in a group, and that’s called commitment. I’ve seen it firsthand. I have performed in, directed, and watched good groups become great because of it, and I’ve seen groups with great potential die without it.

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