Guerrilla improv

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Guerrilla improv is a form of comedy usually done in a crowd or on the streets, as opposed to in a studio or a comedy club. The term makes an analogy to guerrilla warfare.

[edit] Approach

A style of street theater pioneered and championed by Improv Everywhere, guerrilla improv aims to entertain bystanders in public spaces when they are least expecting it. Each unique performance is termed a mission. Missions are similar to pranks, but are not at the expense of non-performers.

The scenes created in guerrilla improv are developed using the techniques of improvisational theatre.

[edit] Guerrilla improv groups

• Improv Everywhere
• Improv-Abilities
• Shoqs (Dutch group)

[edit] See also

• Guerrilla comedy - the less benevolent sister to guerrilla improv