The "Yes, And..." of Writing: Improvising Creativity Without the Spotlight with Lillian Li

Do you ever find yourself staring at a blinking cursor, waiting for the perfect sentence to appear? This program bridges the gap between the spontaneity of improv comedy and the focused craft of creative writing. Improv is fundamentally about listening and building on what is already there. By applying these techniques to your writing practice, you will learn how to:• Silence the Inner Critic: Learn why "perfect" is the enemy of "done."• Bypass Blocks: Use low-stakes prompts to jumpstart your narrative.• Expand Ideas: Practice the "Yes, And" and "If this is true..." method to turn a single sentence into a full scene or story.This is a "performance-free" zone. You will not be asked to act, perform improv, or speak in front of a group. Instead, we will use improv’s core principles—such as "Yes, And," embracing mistakes, and rapid-fire ideation—as tools to silence your inner critic and get your ideas flowing onto the page. However, be ready to write, whether on a current project or a new prompt provided during the session.Details: https://aadl.org/node/668606