Improv is not just for the stage—it can also be a powerful tool for writers looking to enhance their storytelling skills. In this workshop, participants will learn how to harness the principles of improvisation to unlock their creativity, overcome writer's block, and infuse their writing with spontaneity and authenticity. Through a series of interactive exercises and games, participants will explore techniques for developing compelling characters, creating dynamic dialogue, and crafting engaging narratives on the spot. Whether you're a novelist, screenwriter, poet, or blogger, this workshop will help you tap into your imagination and unleash your storytelling potential.
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Details: Improv for Writers: Using Spontaneous Story with Jamie Stewart Crawford takes place in person Thursday, August 21 from 6:30-8:30pm at TBD.
Prerequisite: None
Genre: The Writing Process
Level: All levels
Format: Craft Talk
Location: This class takes place in person at TBD.
Size: Limited to 25 participants.
Scholarships: Two scholarship spots are available for this class for writers in Northeast Ohio. Apply by April 28.
Cancellations & Refunds: Cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the first class meeting to receive a full refund. Email info@litcleveland.org.
Jamie Stewart Crawford (she/they) is a writer and improv instructor at Imposters Theater. Her short stories have appeared in literary journals such as Suburban Witchcraft, Lit Nerds, The Blunt Space, and AC|DC Journal.