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Also known as 'Yes, and...', accepting means to agree with and add to your partner's ideas.

Denying or rejecting your partner’s idea or suggestion, which often stops the scene’s flow.

Moving the scene forward by adding new information or raising the stakes.

The who, what, and where of a scene; the base reality that the rest of the scene builds upon.

Miming the use of objects or environments in a scene without actual props; also known as object work.

Increasing the stakes or emotional level of a scene to make it more interesting and dynamic.

A move by which one improviser ends a scene and starts a new one, often by walking across the stage or using a sweep gesture.

An acronym for Character, Relationship, Objective, and Where—the essential elements to quickly establish in a scene.

The perceived social rank or power dynamic between characters, which can shift throughout a scene.

Any piece of information given to another player to progress a scene, includes dialogue, emotion, action, or commitment.

A pause in a scene to allow for a reaction, to let something sink in, or to build comedic timing.

The imaginary setting where the scene takes place, which can be established through space work and narrative descriptions.

Assigning attributes, characteristics, or emotions to another character within the scene.

An event that shifts or disrupts the usual balance or direction of a scene, often creating a new angle or twist.

Failing to make strong choices or decisions in a scene, which often results in a lack of direction or momentum.

A technique where one improviser physically tags another to replace them in a scene, often shifting the focus or direction.

The first move or line of dialogue that sets up a scene and often includes an offer.

The quality of being able to come up with ideas or responses on-the-spot without pre-planning.

The shared consciousness or synergy of an improv ensemble, which guides them to think and act as a unified entity.