Join us for the Applied Improvisation Network Northeast Spring Mini-Conference. People from across the region who use applied improvisation in facilitation, education, leadership development, community work, and other settings gather to connect, exchange ideas, and practice together.

The weekend begins with a Friday afternoon kickoff session, followed by a dinner break and the Mopco improv show that evening. Saturday is a full day of shared practice, a Mopco Theatresports performance, and the gathering wraps up with a Sunday brunch where people reconnect, reflect, and continue conversations before heading home.

On Saturday morning we create the agenda together by identifying two things: requests and offers. Requests are topics people want help with, questions they want to explore, or areas where they would like new activities or ideas. Offers are exercises, tools, or approaches people are willing to share with the group.

From there we build the day together. Participants take turns leading short activities, usually about 10–20 minutes each, allowing the group to experience many different approaches. It’s a chance to bring something you’re curious about, something you’re working on, or something you’d like to share with the community. The focus is on activities and ideas that benefit from being practiced in person with a group.

Participants are welcome to attend the whole weekend or join for the portions that fit their schedule. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your favorite insights.

Location
Mopco Improv Theatre
10 North Jay Street
Schenectady, NY 12305

Weekend schedule:

• Friday, May 15

4:00–5:30 PM
Connection & Kickoff Session
Meet other participants, reconnect with colleagues, and begin the weekend together.

5:30–8:00 PM
Dinner break

8:00–9:30 PM
Mopco Improv Show
Participants receive a 50% discount code for the Friday night show. Show tickets are purchased separately.

• Saturday, May 16

8:30–9:00 AM
Arrival and light breakfast snacks

9:00 AM–4:00 PM

• Create the day’s agenda together using requests and offers
• Share and experience applied improvisation exercises
• Test new activities and facilitation approaches
• Learn from the collective experience of the group

4:00–8:00 PM
Dinner break 

8:00–9:30 PM
Mopco Improv Show
Tickets purchased separately. Saturday shows often sell out, so advance purchase is recommended.

• Sunday, May 17

9:00 AM
Sunday Brunch
A chance to reconnect, share reflections, and continue conversations. And to check out the Schenectady Farmers Market before heading home.

Your Registration includes

• Friday kickoff session
• Participation in the Saturday gathering
• Saturday morning breakfast snacks
• 50% discount code for the Mopco improv shows

Not included

• Show tickets (purchased separately)
• Meals other than Saturday morning snacks

Refund policy

Tickets are $30 and are non-refundable. If your plans change, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another participant.