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Improv Voices
See how improv has had a positive impact on the lives of our CSz Richmond improvisors.


Rebirth and Renewal Through Improv
Looking to rekindle your creative spark? Discover how one man's journey into improv comedy helped him rediscover his voice and reignite his passion for life. Find your own creative renaissance!

Tony Mattera
Aug 6, 20253 min read


Don't Fire
We are always trying to find that one things that makes us uniquely human. The magic of human cooperation is like no other animal. But why?

Guy Winterbotham
May 27, 20254 min read


A Better Teacher
Giving students their voice and allowing them to find ways to share without the “no” liberates both student and teacher. Jeana has found that improv games are a fantastic teaching tool.

Jeana Murray-Nieporte
Jan 6, 20253 min read


A Tale of Sweet T
Grab your sweet tea and your favorite rocking chair as we tell you the tale of the ComedySportz® Sweet T Tourney.

Rachel Garmon
Jul 24, 20182 min read


Punalty Kicks
What do elite athletes and improvisers have in common? Flow state, focus—and maybe zombies. Explore how improv training powers peak performance under pressure.

Guy Winterbotham
Jul 15, 20183 min read


A Year of Blogging Elfishly
We have been blogging elfishly for a year, producing a new post each week. We look back on what became a creative practice.

The Blog Elves
Jun 24, 20187 min read


The Diffi-Cult
Workplace conflict is inevitable but manageable. An improv mindset can help you change how you will react to it.

Virginia Epperly
Jun 17, 20182 min read


Kindling Kid's Future
Summer camps provide a brief respite for child and parent. How can you find something that is fun and yet is teaching kids something valuabl

Guy Winterbotham
Apr 29, 20183 min read


Bald as a Yes Balloon
More children are lost to cancer in the U.S. than any other disease. Come join CSz Richmond raise awareness and funds for the St. Baldrick’s

Guy Winterbotham
Apr 22, 20182 min read


St. Baldrick's Hairy Caring
More children are lost to cancer in the U.S. than any other disease. On 4/27/2018 CSz RVA will be hosting its annual SHAVE A LIFE - St. Balr

Jay Hart
Apr 15, 20184 min read


Romancing the Funny Bone
Dreading awkward first date silence? Improv skills like active listening and gift-giving offer the perfect tools to spark real connection and keep conversation flowing.

C.J. Bergin
Mar 4, 20182 min read


CSz BackStage with Amy Weiss
Amy is not only a CSz player but part of the improv team SAAB Story. We caught up with Amy for her take on all things improv.

Lisa Swope
Dec 10, 20173 min read


Dreaming of Improv Festivus
Forget Black Friday chaos—Improv Festivus at CSz Richmond brings together diverse performers from across the country for a joyful, hilarious, and noncommercial holiday celebration.

Lisa Swope
Nov 19, 20173 min read


CSz BackStage with Damon Mitchell
n our CSz BackStage spotlight, Damon Mitchell shares how improv helped him break out of a rut, embrace vulnerability, and rediscover joy through character and community.

Lisa Swope
Nov 12, 20173 min read


Spooktacular Special
At CSz Richmond we like to mix it up. Last night was our annual Spooktacular. We had some strange characters take over the field for a unique show.

Guy Winterbotham
Oct 29, 20171 min read


CSz BackStage with Liam Fanning
In the first of our new series, "CSz Backstage", we check in with Liam Fanning from ComedySportz® to tell us a little about himsel

Lisa Swope
Oct 1, 20173 min read


The Two Cycles of a Weedwacker
By sharing details, improvisers can bring their scene partners into the emergent shared reality that is part of the "game" of a sc

John Hui
Sep 24, 20172 min read


Diary of an Improv Newbie: Don't Prepare
During some conversation, you have probably prided yourself on giving 100 percent of your attention to the other person. You probably didn’t.

Guy Winterbotham
Sep 10, 20174 min read


Changing the Game
The tween and teen years make it tough for kids to find their 'game'. Improv can help build self-confidence, identity and help them

Greg Sparrow
Sep 3, 20173 min read


A Lyrical Experience
CSzRVA's players take the stage in Lyrical Weapon, blending improv, parody, and bold confidence. Discover how training, teamwork, and fun fuel their performance.

Lisa Swope
Aug 27, 20174 min read
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