If you’re intimidated by the prospect of speaking in front of an audience, you are not alone. You know that, right? I hope so. Knowing that is the first step in understanding one of the most helpful tips for public speaking: The people watching you in the audience are also afraid of speaking in front…
First of all, I love the word chunk. When I talk about animals or babies that are chunky, the ‘u’ is replaced by an ‘o’ and then it’s an even better word: chonky. Regardless of your pronunciation, it’s super important to find chunks (or chonks) of joy. That’s why my Christmas tree is still up.…
If you want to know if an improv class might be right for you, check out some of my workshops at the art center in Johns Creek. They are perfect for busy adults who want to try just a couple of hours of an improv class on a Saturday afternoon. Improv for Writers on January…
10. Instead of making a to-do list, make a “done did” list. 9. If you’re still enjoying your holiday decorations, keep them up for a bit longer. 8. Organize a small area in your home. 7. Make one room in your home a little messier. 6. Sign up for something new that challenges you in…
If you want to learn how to improvise, I’ve got great news! I have a lot of options for all ages at the Art Center in Johns Creek that start in January. Weekly classes for kiddos, teens, and grownups, as well as a multitude of introductory improv workshop options for adults provide a wonderful way…
In January of 2026, I’m offering my improv classes for youth and teens at the Old Atlanta location of the Forsyth County Parks and Recreation in Suwanee, Georgia. This location is a great spot, just north of Atlanta in the northern suburbs. Please click here for info/registration on my youth (ages 5-8) improv classes. Please…
Improv is for everybody. I’ve taught students of all ages–from kiddos not yet in school, to community members in their nineties. My older students constantly tell me that they love what improv gives them. Practicing improv stimulates our brains, giving us more mental agility. It keeps us active physically and mentally, all while boosting our…
My doggo’s dragon wings are ready to be donned. There’s bags of candy and snacks in the hallway for the kiddos in our neighborhood. The pumpkins on our porch will be brought in and carved tomorrow. I’m ecstatic that it’s fall! I belatedly realized that I hadn’t really made a design on my online shop…
Watch out. I’m about to get all Gen X up in here. I was a late-comer to getting my first cellphone. If I remember correctly, it was 2006 and I was living in Seattle. Everyone else I knew had one, while I was still a landline gal. I was supposed to meet a friend for…
I have THREE different improv classes for young people coming up at the Arts Center at Johns Creek this fall. These classes start soon, so sign up to save your child’s spot! Improv for Early Grades Improv for Middle Grades Improv for Teens If you’re looking for adult classes, I teach those too (at the…