Keith Johnstone is an internationally recognized authority in the field of improvisation, much of which he co-created. His work delves into the theory and practice of improvisational theatre and its applications across diverse fields, from acting to psychotherapy and business training. Johnstone's pioneering methods and insights on behavior and performance have influenced artists and professionals globally. His books and plays explore the depths of human creativity and spontaneity.
Focusing on the unique format of Maestro Impro(TM), this guide offers insights into improvisation inspired by Keith Johnstone. Participants will enhance their storytelling abilities, spontaneity, and teamwork while embracing failure and building confidence. The approach promises personal and collective benefits, making it an excellent resource for anyone looking to explore the art of improvisation and enjoy the process of play.
This guide is for all those wishing to train in and produce Maestro Impro(TM). It is a fantastic format to experience Impro Keith Johnstone style and receive all of the personal and group benefits that go along with it. Maestro Impro(TM) player/directors develop in storytelling, spontaneity, joyful failure, confidence, teamwork, playfulness and so much more. In the late 1950's Keith Johnstone was experimenting with Theatresports(TM) in London England. It was first produced in Calgary, Canada in 1977, from there spread around the world and is now played in over 90 countries. Maestro Impro(TM) was developed in the early 1990s and is now played popularly worldwide. The International Theatresports(TM) Institute was created by Keith to entrust and manage his Impro formats. The ITI grants performance rights to groups wishing to train on and perform the Keith Johnstone formats of Theatresports(TM), Maestro Impro(TM) and Gorilla Theatre(TM). Money from royalties goes to member benefits, building the Impro community and managing the trademark and legacy. Keith himself has never taken any profit from the licensing of Theatresports(TM). ITI members have select access to the Maestro Impro(TM) Guide but it is also available for purchase to anyone.
How does performing affect those who perform? Starting from observation of the
intergenerational tradition of performing the Song of Moses, Keith A. Stone
provides a close reading of the text of the Song and explores ways in which
the Song contributes to Deuteronomy's educational program through the dynamics
of reenactment.
This book is an invaluable development of the work started in Johnstone's "Impro". Here he continues to provide hope to all teachers [whatever their subject] and all theatrical practitioners. In his inimitably jaunty, anecdotal style Keith Johnstone compiles a new testament to his Bible of storytelling wisdom. Whether it is his insights into what audiences want, or the simple release of what actors and writers tie themselves up in, this book is a lexicon of hope and joy
