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Spring 2011
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Our Periodic Musings on Improv, Storytelling and Theater for Your Arena. |
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Greetings!
In the midst of the slapdash chaos of blooming projects, we wanted to take a moment to share some of the exciting events that we are taking part in this spring, and give you the chance to join in.
And of course, we have some recommendations for you. Below you will find information on:
- The Humor Project's 54th Annual Conference, June 10-12, 2011
- The Applied Improv Network Conference, June 16-19, 2011
- An Update on TEDxAlbany2011 November 11, 2011
- Recommended Resources
- Another great TED talk
- A book you shouldn't miss
Enjoy!
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 | The Humor Project's Conference - DISCOUNT OFFER
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Survive AND Thrive: The Positive Power of Humor & Creativity
Silver Bay Conference Center
June 10-12, 2011
In the world of Applied Improv, Joel Goodman, one of the founders and leaders of The Humor Project, is considered a pioneer in recognizing the value of play and simple connection for well-being.
Kat and members of her improvisational theatre company, The Mop & Bucket Company, are thrilled to be presenting at this year's (the 54th!) Humor Project Conference. And we are delighted to pass on to you a special discount offer. Thanks, Joel!
Special Discounts available for you if you register by May 6 and use the code "Mop & Bucket." Or call 518-587-8770 for more info.
Here is what Joel says about the event:
Are you looking for a fun-tastic HUMORetreat that offers... HUMORenewal, HUMOResilience, and HUMORejuvenation? If so, then you'll definitely want to register for a learning-chocked, laughter-charged, life-changing event that has attracted 22,000+ people from all 50 states and 6 continents! Jest for the health of it... you'll laugh while you learn powerful skills, tools, and attitudes to help you add years to your life and life to your years. In short, you'll learn how to get more smileage out of your life and your work!
This fun-but-not-for-fun program features special presentations by Noel "Paul" Stookey (of Peter, Paul and Mary fame), Edison Pena (rescued Chilean miner who will receive the first international "Survive AND Thrive" Award), Kat Koppett (two sessions plus the closing keynote with Michael Burns and Mop & Bucket), Dr. Joel Goodman and Margie Ingram (pioneering leaders of The HUMOR Project), and many others.
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| The Applied Improv Network Conference 2011
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Baltimore, MD Here We Come!
Anyone interested in the principles and techniques of applying improv to non-performance contexts must check out The Applied Improv Network where the most enthusiastic and experienced practitioners from around the world meet to exchange ideas and inspiration. When: June 16-19, 2011 Where: The Maryland Institute College of Art Much of the conference will be run using Open Space which is a wonderful, worthwhile experience in itself. Do yourself a favor and join us! Register Here
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| TEDxAlbany 2011 - It's Official! |
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Attend, Speak, Recommend Others
Our 2nd Annual TEDxAlbany Conference will be held at The Linda on Central Avenue in Albany on Saturday, November 12, 2011. Within the next few days you will be able to find a Request For Proposal at our site here.
If you want to give a talk or know someone who should give a talk, we would love to hear from you. And if you don't know about TED Talks, yet, go here: TED.com
I have have been and will be gushing about TED more many moons, so I'll spare you this time.
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Wait, No I Won't...
As Improvisers we have been crowing about the value of "celebrating failure" for a long time. Now, it seems, the word is out. Recently, Seth Godin posted this on his blog,
"As soon as you say, 'Failure is not an option', you've just said, 'Innovation is not an option." (4/28/11)
And here is one of our recent TED Talks (okay, okay, we can't help it) from Kathryn Schultz, On Being Wrong
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As always we welcome your thoughts, recommendations, objections and questions.
Happy Tales,
Kat
Contact Information
Kat Koppett 518-847-9882
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