Join us in this episode as we sit down with Crystal Haralambou, a seasoned theater artist and educator with over 25 years of experience in performance and improvisation. Discover how Crystal uses improv to build communication, creativity, and connection among her students, both young and old. From theater and educational settings to modern workplaces, Crystal shares insights on how improv can enhance collaboration, adaptability, and emotional intelligence. Learn about her innovative approaches to teaching social skills to children with ADHD, anxiety, and dyslexia, and find out how she encourages adults to reconnect with play. Don't miss this enlightening conversation about the transformative power of improv.00:00 Introduction to Crystal Haralambou00:22 Crystal's Journey in Improv01:06 Improv in Education01:52 Engaging Students with Improv02:42 Improv for Social Skills05:42 Challenges and Rewards of Teaching Improv08:50 Improv with Different Age Groups17:27 Improv Beyond the Classroom20:42 Professional Development with Improv23:05 Engaging Students in the Classroom23:50 Teaching Audience Etiquette and Nonverbal Communication24:50 Encouraging Bravery and Participation26:26 Using Visual Aids in Improv27:31 Focusing on Executive Functioning28:33 Improv Games for Executive Functioning30:39 The Hitchhiker Game and Higher Order Thinking33:51 The Importance of Play for Adults37:02 Advice for New Teachers41:45 Final Thoughts and EncouragementYou can learn more about Crystal and her work at these links: https://improvxchange.com/LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalharalambouIGImprovXchange https:www.instagram.com/improvxchange/Please join the community at [email protected] more information please visit: https://jeremystrozer.com/improv-your-parenting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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