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If you hear the word “birthday,” what do you think of? Birthday cakes? Parties? Presents? Getting old? Whatever you think of, those are associations.
Player A faces a line of players. The first player in the line fires a word at Player A, who immediately responds back with any word. Then the next player in line fires a word. Again, Player A responds with any word. This process continues down the line, with Player A responding as quickly as possible. After reaching the end of the line, Player A takes the first position in line and the last player in line (Player B) steps out to face the firing line. Player A fires the first word and Player B responds. The process continues down the line. The pattern repeats until each player has faced the firing line.
When improvising, it’s easier to play when things make sense. If something doesn’t fit, it feels like a flaw in the story. This is why inter-actors need the ability to justify. It makes things that might otherwise seem odd make sense.
Say a random word. Then say a second word that is associated with the first word. Then say a word associated with the second word. Continue generating associated words for one minute. Track how many words (or phrases) are generated in one minute.
Say a random word. Then say words or phrases that are all related to the first word. Track how many words or phrases are generated in one minute.
Players stand in a circle. A theme word is given, then players call out words related to the theme word.
Players stand in a circle. A theme word is given. Players step into the circle and act out an associated word, phrase, or concept. The other players guess what the associated element is.
Stand facing a wall. Keeping the body straight and the feet stationary, fall forward and catch yourself with your hands on the wall. Push your body back to an upright position. Repeat.