Improve Improv performing troupe auditions

On Saturday June 13th at 1PM we will be holding auditions for the Improve Improv official performing troupes! They will include:

Mr. Missus – a duo prov group (auditions closed, team selected)

Core Troupe (name pending) – our main performing group! This is the group that will perform in Yuma but also potentially in other areas as well.

Ensemble group – the “full cast”, when we are going to bring everyone.

Decisions will be made at the audition and each member will be given a private answer and feedback at that point. 

What will the audition look like?

Part 1: The Lineup & Intro
Everyone lines up, and you’ll be asked to step out individually and introduce yourself.

• The Focus: State your name, pronouns, and a fun fact.
• Crucial Tip: Keep the fun fact non-theater related (e.g., “I speak three languages” or “I’ve visited 27 countries”).

What are we looking for? Confidence. Project loudly and clearly to the panel, and you’re in the clear.

Part 2: Character Work
We will call one person’s name. That person steps out, initiates, and leads the scene.

• The second performer can be anyone who jumps in from the line to support.
• You will essentially perform twice here: once when your name is called, and once to support someone else.

What are we looking for? A distinct character with a unique action, voice, or POV. There will not be a suggestion for this phase, so it’s a total free-for-all – you can have a character ready if you want!

Part 3: Grounded Scenes
We will call out two people at random and give a location suggestion. Anyone can initiate, and this will be a longer, more sustained scene.

What are we looking for? Patient, grounded scene work. We want to see how you play a realistic, truthful character (even within a high-stakes or comedic setup).

Pro Tips for Your Scenes

• Assume the Relationship: Your characters already know each other. Avoid playing strangers—it completely cuts out the awkward “getting to know you” phase and dives straight into the meaningful stakes.
• Establish the “Who, What, Where” Early: Knock these out in the first few lines so you can focus entirely on the now.