Improvisation theatre and the development of creativity for filmworkers of all professions

with Sabine Brose

Creativity is necessary if something new is to come about: it is a step towards the solution – in decisions, negotiations, conflicts, when writing, staging, designing, directing, implementing.

A considerable killer of creativity is the idea of wanting to do things »correctly«. Aspirations block all playful and original approaches. All striving – including that for originality – can bring the natural flow of inspiration to a standstill. This seminar goes to the source of the flow: keeping things simple, letting go of self-restrictions, transforming thoughts of achievement, doubt and reservation into resources of creative action. Improvisation games and exercises of expression are used to build up an awareness of inner attitudes, of taking in and accepting other approaches and finding the courage to explore unknown, new and individual paths.
In order to remain open-minded in a profession characterised by the pressure to perform, and not to lose the appetite for experimenting and the enjoyment of challenges, we need creativity, spontaneity, authenticity and self-confidence! The workshop provides opportunities to strengthen and cultivate these qualities, as well as applying experiences to one’s own situation and integrating them into one’s daily work.