Karen L. Hirst's Page

Where do you live and work? (City)

San Francisco

Professional Skills

I have been performing as an Improvisational Actor/Singer 30 years. I have been teaching Improvisation privately and at the college level for 20 years. I also have used improvisation in my work as a trainer.

What is your main interest in this network?

Education, Networking, Improv Resources

What kind of person are you?

Night

What kinds of improv-related services are you involved in?

Creativity, Communcation, Character Development, Presentation Skills

Any niche industries, skills, etc?

I have used improvisation both in Corporate and Educational training workshops.

Share a favorite 'improv epiphany'

I recently finished a month long run with Un-Scripted theater of San Francisco creating long form musical plays. The shows we're based on audience suggestions of playwrights. We we're reviewed and the critic said: " This is what theater should be. "

I have always thought improvisational training makes us better actors and prepares us for being in the moment.

More about you: (Short Bio or any other details you'd like people to know)

I started my improvisational career under the tutelage of Del Close at The Second City. I performed with the Second City touring company in the 70's. I have been teaching Improvisation and acting at the Academy of Art in San Francisco for the last 12 years. I continue to perform with Un-Scripted Theater and also as an actor/singer.

I need help with...

I would like to learn how to break into the field of corporate training utilizing my skills as an improvisor, trainor, and teacher.

Work Website

http://Academyart.edu

Other contact info (Your choice for phone, email, facebook, myspace, etc.)

hirst.karen@yahoo.com