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Virtual Improv Challenge


We will still be hosting Improv Challenge but this year it will be all virtual! All teams will login through Zoom 15 min before their scheduled round. You will wait in waiting room until its your teams turn where you will be sent to a breakout room with our judges. Please see information below and if you have any questions please contact Matthew Peters. 

Download Improv Challenge Games & the Improv Challenge Bracket below.
​Semis of Improv Challenge
improv_challenge_bracket_2020.xlsx
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improv_challenge_games_list_2020.doc
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In the IMPROV Competition, the skills that are measured are:
  • Say YES and…
  • NEVER SAY NO
  • Strong Character work
  • Clear scene development
  • Energy
  • Attitude
  • Following the rules of the game
  • Listening and Reacting
  • Keeping it clean​
  • Strong Ensemble Work

Rules
  • Schools can enter one team into the IMPROV Competition.
  • Teams consist of 6 troupe members (4 compete at one time based on student choice)
  • All event participants must be registered for the Festival by the deadline.
  • Short Form IMPROV for all rounds with a round of PUNS at each match.
  • Professional comedians will judge to determine winners.
  • Dress code requirements are troupe shirts and jeans. 
  • Students must be present for their round or will be disqualified. 
  • After each round your team will be alerted that they have moved on or have been eliminated. 
  • Games that troupes will need to know will be sent by October 17, 2020 to the Troupe Directors. 
  • Schedule with times will be sent by October 17, 2020. 
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​Past Winners
2016 - The Woodlands HS
2017 - Stratford HS
2018 - The Woodlands HS

2019 - Katy High School
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Schedule
Improv Challenge Prelims 1 - Saturday October 24

Improv Challenge Prelims 2  - Saturday October 24 

Improv Challenge Prelims 3 - Saturday October 24

Improv Challenge Quarters - Saturday November 7

Improv Challenge Semis - Saturday November 21

Improv Challenge Finals and All Star Show - Saturday December 5


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  • Texas Thespians
    • Chapter Board
    • Our Organization
    • History
    • Leadership Awards
    • Nominate Your Director
    • Contact
  • Events
    • Professional Development Courses
    • Educator Conference
    • Virtual State and Junior Thespian Festival >
      • Virtual Schedule
      • Virtual Deadlines
      • Virtual FAQs
      • Virtual Fees
      • Virtual Forms
      • Virtual Rules
      • Virtual Festival Sponsor
      • Virtual 2020 Key Note Speakers
      • Texas Thespians All State Virtual Performance >
        • Virtual All State Performance Cast List
      • Virtual Shows at Festival >
        • Virtual Mainstage Performances
      • Virtual Thespys (IEs) >
        • Virtual IE Guidelines >
          • Virtual Performance Events >
            • Virtual Monologues
            • Virtual Duet Acting
            • Virtual Group Acting
            • Virtual Solo Musical
            • Virtual Duet Musical
            • Virtual Group Musical
          • Virtual Technical Events >
            • Virtual Costume Construction
            • Virtual Costume Design
            • Virtual Lighting Design
            • Virtual Sound Design
            • Virtual Makeup Design
            • Virtual Marketing
            • Virtual Scenic Design
            • Virtual Short Film
            • Virtual Stage Management
        • Virtual IE FAQs
        • Play Publishers
      • Virtual TX/KS/OK Only Events >
        • Virtual Dance Challenge
        • Virtual Improv Challenge
        • Virtual Tech Quiz Bowl
        • Virtual Team Design Contest
        • Virtual Animate Your Troupe
      • Virtual Next Generation Works >
        • Virtual Apply to Playworks
        • Virtual Apply to Musicalworks
        • Virtual Apply to Filmworks
        • Virtual Apply to Criticworks
      • Virtual Auditions & Scholarships >
        • Virtual College Audition Application
        • Virtual Thespian Scholarship Application
      • Virtual College/University
      • Virtual Festival Vendor
      • Virtual Guest Artist
    • Leadership Academy
  • STO Corner
    • Become an STO
    • STO Bios
    • STO Blog
    • Featured Schools
    • Local Theater
  • Advocacy Network
    • Theatre in Our Schools Month
    • Resources
  • Resources
    • Educator Resources
    • Spotlight Series
    • Job Postings
  • I Am A...
    • Thespian
    • New Director
    • Troupe Director
  • Flickr