Improvisational theatre can help reduce social anxiety among teens who struggle connecting with other people. A new study suggests that improv classes can be an effective, low-cost alternative to traditional therapies for social anxiety. Improv fosters a low-pressure environment where participants don’t feel censored and are free to express themselves fully.Learning improv helps to “re-train” the brain to actively listen, communicate verbally and non-verbally, be open to ideas, respond quickly in the moment, use imagination, collaborate, effectively use emotions, be more engaging, be flexible to change and be more hyperaware of what’s going on around us. All of these skills are necessary for teens to master effective interpersonal communication.Improv allows teens overcome social anxiety and boost self confidence through learning to operate from their creative genius and switch off their self sabotage centre. By the end of the week teens will be ready to blow friends and family aw