2024 Study Groups

December 2024 Study Group

An improv class with Carrie

Quick recap:
The team led by Carrie focused on improving voiceover skills through improvisation, playing games like '7 Things' and 'Building a Room' to stimulate creativity and looseness. They also engaged in creative exercises like building a scene in a room and a two-person scene exercise, emphasizing the importance of quick decision-making and self-trust.

November 2024 Study Group

An improv class with Carrie

Quick recap:
The team discussed their experiences and feelings about the month, with a focus on personal and professional growth. They also explored the transition from an educator to a voiceover artist, the importance of coaching in their respective fields, and the revampment of the curriculum to include outdoor survival skills. Lastly, they shared their experiences with role-playing exercises, strategies for improving auditions, and their experiences with various platforms for voice-over work.

October 2024 Study Group

An improv class with Carrie

Quick recap:
The team engaged in various games and activities, including describing a room, playing '7 things', and placing items in an imaginary room. They also discussed a hypothetical scenario involving a nanny cam, an affair, and a poisoned guacamole, and brainstormed ideas for a new game called "Expert". Additionally, the team did role playing when they need to plan a press conference to present their research and system for allowing 10-year-olds to attend college, and addressed concerns about child labor laws and the success of their program.

September 2024 Study Group

An improv class with Carrie

Quick recap:
The team engaged in various improv games and exercises aimed at improving their creativity, spontaneity, and communication skills. They also practiced describing rooms and objects in detail, and discussed the importance of specificity in storytelling and auditions. Lastly, they shared personal experiences and discussed ways to enhance performance through emotional connection and storytelling.