You Can Teach Improv (Yes, You!): The Ultimate Guide to Class Planning, Skill Building, and Helping Every Student Leave With a Win

by Andrew Berkowitz

“Exceedingly handy!” – Jill Bernard, International Improv Teacher and Performer

Learn the secrets of improv teaching today!

Whether you’re just starting out or leveling up, this book unlocks your inner instructor and helps you to deliver memorable, effective, and fun classes.

You’ll learn

Pick a focused, engaging class topicIdentify and sharpen essential skillsCraft winning exercisesBuild a killer syllabusPlan everything you needRun a fun, well-organized workshopSide coach with grace and finesseSupport every type of studentKeep the energy rollingLead an unforgettable class

“I really wish there had been a resource like this when I started.” – Ria Toricelli, Creative Director, Shore Thing Theater

Andrew Berkowitz is Artistic Director Emeritus at ComedySportz Portland and a teacher and performer at theaters and festivals around the world.

163 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 19, 2024

About the author

Andrew Berkowitz is and author, entrepreneur, improviser, and rogue life coach, currently living in Vancouver WA with two cats, one dog and one girlfriend. He is the founder of TeamSnap and Suggestion Ox.

Learn more and follow Andrew at andrewberkowitz.com

Reviews

[Marcello · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Exceedingly handy” is right! Although many of the sections were not directly applicable to me (I am not currently creating my own curriculum) so much of this book is filled with apt advice and incredibly useful instruction. Truly everything a young improv teacher needs to hit the ground running. Very grateful this exists!

[Hadas Cassorla · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this book is good for learning how to organize your thoughts for anything you might teach. Also, it's a fun read.

[Caitlin Penhey · Rating 5 out of 5]

so so so so helpful, i feel like a new person

[BT · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simply the best book on teaching improv that I've come across, distilling theory and pedagogy into practical steps that any teacher can readily implement.