Commitment Exercises
Commitment is what turns a tentative offer into something the audience believes. It means fully investing in a choice — physically, emotionally, and vocally — and following it through even when it feels uncomfortable.
These exercises train players to go all in on their choices.
Three Line Scenes
Scenes that last only three lines. Forces players to make strong, clear choices immediately — no warming up, no stalling.
Scene Work CommitmentListeningCharacters
Want Pursuit Scene
Players enter a scene with a specific want and pursue it honestly, learning to let desire drive behaviour rather than invention.
Scene Work WantsPursuitCommitmentListening DT Original
Yes And
The most essential improv exercise. Players practise accepting what their partner offers and adding something new to move the scene forward.
Exercise ListeningCommitment