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Introduction and Overview

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Hello there! Welcome to the wonderful world of improvisation. Through the next seven blog posts I will strive to give you a basic working knowledge of, and a glimpse into, the world of quick thinking, extemporaneous speaking, confidence, and utter BS-ing. It's a wild ride, so fasten your seat belts ladies and gentlemen. Impromptu speaking of any kind is difficult, frustrating, nerve-wracking, and oh so rewarding. There's just nothing like the tension before you get your prompt, the low-key panic as thoughts go in a million different directions, and strutting out of that room when you're done knowing that you absolutely crushed it. *Cue background explosions and theme music as you walk away and don't look back* According to a fellow teammate, Marcelo Gonzales, "They [these events] are opportunities to be creative, perform, and get better at showcasing your art in front of an audience. I like the creative freedom, but it requires a lot of practice. But sometimes ...