“Yes, and…”
Improv is more than comedy.
It’s a collaborative art form that teaches young people to listen, adapt, support one another, and think creatively in the moment — and its foundational principle, “Yes, and…”, is connection practice disguised as play.
What guided play builds
Adaptability
Emotional awareness
Collaboration
Confidence
Supportive communication
What the research shows
Research suggests that improvisational learning can help improve:
- Symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Interpersonal confidence
- Self-concept
- Creative thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Frustration tolerance
- Social connection and engagement
Grounded in Dr. O's USC doctoral research — meet the founder.