“Everyone can act. Everyone can improvise. Anyone who wishes to can play in the theatre and learn to become ‘stage‑worthy.’” — Viola Spolin, Improvisation for the Theater The most commonly … Continued
– By Sayali Singhi Originally published by Khaleej Times on Tue 3 Jun 2025 For years now, Mondays in our household have looked surprisingly upbeat. While others around us joked … Continued
– By Nicholas Ashkar I’m incredibly grateful to Sal, Kylie, and Haya for their unwavering support in bringing these exciting improv programs to life at Courtyards. Their passion and dedication … Continued
Q: What inspired you to bring Maestro to Arabic-speaking audiences? A: What inspired me to bring Maestro in Arabic is that we’ve always performed it in English — even now, … Continued
– By Ajay Khari I’ve always loved theatre. Maybe it was the chance to step into different lives and see the world through unfamiliar eyes. Maybe it was the camaraderie … Continued
– By Penny Mackenzie The role of a director of a play is one of the most dynamic and multifaceted in the performing arts. A good director not only shapes the … Continued
– By Salman Z Qureshi Let’s be real: leadership isn’t just about strategy, KPIs, or quarterly targets. It’s a performance. Every time you step into a boardroom, onto a stage, … Continued
– By Preyeshwari Vaya When I first walked into Courtyard Playhouse for a trial class, I had no idea what to expect. Immediately after the trial class, I signed up for an … Continued
– By Janet Skaria I had second thoughts as I pulled up to my first improv class. I had no idea what to expect—there was no hourly breakdown of what … Continued
“Theatre is very simply and profoundly about one human connecting with another human.” — Tim Crouch AI can write scripts, generate deepfake actors, and even compose entire scenes in … Continued
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