Synopsis:

Participants of 'Effect / Affect' will explore the most basic, accessible, omnipresent characters in scenes - our emotions. 

How do we allow ourselves to be affected by our emotions, and what effect do these bring to our scenes? How do we express them so that our scene partners understand, and our audience can resonate? How do we do all these and at the same time also honor our truth? 

So many questions but the biggest one is - how do you feel?

Important information:

Requirements:

• Participants should have previous experience and knowledge with long-form improv. 

• Please wear comfortable clothing as moderate physical activity is involved. 

Preparation required: 

Ensure you have the Feelings Wheel by Dr. Gloria Wilcox printed or downloaded on your phone.

About the Teacher - Monica Cordero-Cruz (Philippines)

Monica Cordero-Cruz is a performer with SPIT Manila, Southeast Asia’s premier improv theater group for the past 18 years. She is a founding and managing member of Third World Improv, the first institution dedicated to the practice of performance and applied improvisation in the Philippines, and also the producers of the biennial Manila Improv Festival. 

In her life and work, Monica is committed to being fully present so that others can experience the gift in every moment. She has an extensive body of work related to experiential, emotional and impactful learning both on and offstage. Outside of improv, Monica is a mom to two humans and an orange cat.