Simple Changes

You can make a tiny change to yourself and be a new character.

I’m Michael Bradt for The Bit Theater. As someone who doesn’t dive into playing characters as well as many other improvisers, I’ve learned a bit of a cheat. You don’t have to come out with a massive character decision like a mustache-twirling Southern gentleman or a cackling, evil witch (though, by all means, go for that). You can make a tiny change to yourself and be a new character. Change your face from your normal smile to a scowl. If you usually have a booming voice that comes from your diaphragm, come out speaking with your voice just behind your teeth. If you normally stand up very straight, come out hunched over. Trust me. Little changes like those will inform your character choices for the rest of the scene. That’s your improv tip for the day. Stay safe, stay healthy, love each other, and I will see you next time.