The Groundlings Theatre & School

"The mere thought of improvising often strikes fear into the hearts of non-actors, though at its core improv is already in their wiring. It’s simply a sophisticated form of play – the kind you engaged in as a kid, where the rules were understood without thinking about them." Phyllis Katz, Groundlings Instructor speaking on the FUN of improvisation for the workplace. https://lnkd.in/gBCtyge # #improv #improvisation #publicspeaking #communication #speaking #leadership #thinking #engaged #leadershipdevelopment #workplace #coaching #employeeengagement #thought

✨ Laughter, connection, and community ✨ We had the pleasure of performing a private improv show for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health as part of our outreach program. Staff and community members came together for an afternoon of comedy, and our incredibly talented cast brought the energy to life on stage. A huge thank you to the Department of Mental Health for having us—it’s always an honor to share the power of improv to inspire joy and connection. 💛 #Groundlings #Improv #CommunityOutreach #LACDMH #LaughterIsMedicine

After 10 years teaching at The Groundlings, Henry Watkins has boiled it all down to one lesson that applies to everyone — on stage and in life. I It’s probably not what you think. https://lnkd.in/eD6PNbvU

Fall Offsites Coming Up? Don’t Just Fill Time—Make It Count. Want your next team offsite to actually build trust, spark connection, and make people laugh for the right reasons? Our improv-based workshops are: ✔️ Fast-paced and fun ✔️ Built for better collaboration ✔️ Loved by teams at Netflix, Princeton, Nickelodeon & more Book before August 31 and get a bonus Q&A with the instructor added to your session—on us. Let us help you create a session your team will talk about all year. DM us to lock in your date. #TeamBuilding #CorporateTraining #LeadershipDevelopment #FallOffsites #EmployeeEngagement #GroundlingsWorkshops

Ever wonder what makes The Groundlings workshops so impactful? Watch our brilliant David Jahn in action — blending fast thinking, collaboration, and a whole lot of laughter to help teams unlock creativity and connection. From corporate keynotes to breakout sessions, David brings heart, humor, and razor-sharp improv instincts that leave lasting impressions. ✨ Yes, he's that awesome. #TheGroundlings #CorporateTraining #TeamBuilding #LeadershipDevelopment #ImprovForBusiness #DavidJahn #CreativeCollaboration

In this hilarious clip from our Main Co Groundlings Jay Renshaw (Chit), Michael Churven, and Kiel Kennedy we witness what happens when a “new hire” gets welcomed with... questionable team-building tactics. Turns out, throwing someone into a chaotic workplace and hoping for a “trust fall” moment doesn’t build trust—it breaks it. That’s where improv comes in. Our workshops help teams build real trust—through active listening, collaboration, and laughter. No blindfolds or catching required. Let our world-class instructors show your team how to lead with presence, empathy, and trust. #WorkplaceWellness #ImprovTraining #TheGroundlings #TrustFalls #CorporateWorkshops https://lnkd.in/ev2tckB8

Back to school… with laughs built in! 🎭 LA schools & colleges: Book an improv workshop or a private show with The Groundlings at special fall rates for a limited time! Perfect for student orientation, faculty development & more! 📩 corporate@groundlings.com #BackToSchool #TheGroundlings #ImprovForEducation #YesAnd

Spoiler: Improv might just be the best life skill you never learned. #ImprovTraining #LifeSkills #Teamwork #TheGroundlings #TeamBuilding https://lnkd.in/eVmRfAT2

Ever catch yourself waiting to jump in during a meeting — convinced your idea is the solution — only to realize someone else was already saying it… and now your comment feels totally off? Yep. We’ve all been there. In this short video, Groundlings teacher Navaris Darson shares the secret to listening at work — the kind that actually connects, supports, and elevates conversations (instead of derailing them). Want your team to communicate better (and smarter)? Let’s set up a Groundlings workshop. https://lnkd.in/e5Fsfmr6 #TheGroundlings #ImprovForBusiness #ActiveListening #Teamwork #LeadershipSkills #CorporateTraining #NavarisDarson

Mistakes at work can feel embarrassing. But what if they’re actually a sign of growth? In this short video, the brilliant Navaris Darson shares what improv teaches us about handling mistakes with creativity, clarity, and confidence. Let us help your team embrace uncertainty and thrive. Book a workshop with The Groundlings. https://lnkd.in/e5Fsfmr6 #LeadershipTraining #MistakesIntoMomentum #ImprovInBusiness #TheGroundlings #CorporateTraining