| In this experiential workshop, we will practice some individual and group exercises using improv theater games, as a way to experience mindfulness as an individual within a group. The exercises are designed to help explore the interfaces between body and mind, individual and group, and acting-out and reflection. Improvisation has been linked to creativity (Fischer & Amabile, 2009) and improvisational theater has been used to describe organizational strategy (Kanter, 2001, 2010). These exercises will offer an opportunity for individuals to experience group dynamics in a manner that will enhance their understanding of various concepts that we teach in management, for example, creativity, leadership, followership, group-dynamics, embedding and organizing. No prior improv experience required. A willingness to participate is essential. Come try it and if it not your thing, we request that you leave within the first 10 minutes. To keep it manageable, we will limit the number of participants. |