Improv for the Actor

By Rico Bruce Wade

The boldest creative choices don’t come from preparation alone—they come from collaboration. Improv for the Actor trains performers to listen deeply, respond truthfully, and trust unexpected discoveries in the moment. Through ensemble games and guided exercises, participants develop stronger instincts, creative confidence, and a more responsive relationship to their work.

No improv experience necessary. All levels are welcome.

Tuesday, July 28, 9:00am – 11:00am
Ardmore 1, Benton Convention Center (Benton South)

Rico Bruce Wade is a performer, director, and educator whose career spans independent film, acclaimed regional theater, and a decade with Second City Detroit, where he wrote, performed, directed, and co-produced original work. For more than 30 years, he has brought that same creative range into the teaching studio, helping actors at every level discover what genuine collaboration makes possible. Learn more at ricoshow.com.