
Better Business Through Play:
Improv Skills Every Professional Can Use
What if one of the best ways to become a better communicator, networker, and business professional was also one of the most fun?
Join four experienced improv coaches and BNI members for a lively, interactive two-hour workshop designed specifically for professionals. No acting experience is required—just a willingness to play, connect, and discover new possibilities.
Through simple games and activities, you'll learn practical skills that can help you think faster on your feet, listen more effectively, find creative solutions, communicate with confidence, collaborate more easily, and build stronger relationships. Along the way, you'll laugh, meet new people, and experience the surprising power of the improv principle: "Yes, and..."
You will sharpen your skills to:
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Increase Referrals
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Build Confidence & Connection
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Think Outside the Box
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Discover the Power of Play
Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, leader, salesperson, speaker, or simply someone who wants to communicate more effectively, this workshop will leave you energized, inspired, and equipped with tools you can use immediately in both business and life.
Come discover why the skills of improv aren't just for the stage—they're for every conversation, every networking event, and every relationship.
No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity and your sense of adventure.
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Time: 2- 4 PM
Location: Unscrewed Theater
4500 E Speedway Blvd, #39, Tucson, AZ 85712. (Classrooms next to theater)
Donation: $ 15
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Your PlayMasters – we’re all BNI Members😊:
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Chris Seidman – Executive Director – Unscrewed Theater
Genie Joseph, PhD – Creator - The Act Resilient Method
Joel Chorny – Attorney & Master Improviser
Michael Brasher – LifeUnbound Coaching
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Chris Seidman
Chris Seidman is Executive Director of Unscrewed Theater. He has also been a performing member of the Not Burnt Out Just Unscrewed improv troupe since 2005, and an improv instructor for the past 10 years. In 2017 & 2021, he was named "Best Comedian" In the Tucson Weekly Best of Tucson reader's poll. For over fifteen years, he has studied improv theory and practice with a variety of Improv veterans, including educational directors of Second City and iO (ImprovOlympic). Not to mention constantly collaborating with Unscrewed Theater’s well-versed and professional instructor team. Chris believes the world would be a better place if everyone took an improv class. AND, it’s fun! Improv changes lives.

Genie Joseph, PhD
Genie is the Executive Director of the nonprofit, The Human-Animal Connection. She is the creator of The Act Resilient Method, which has presented Therapeutic Improv training to thousands of Service Members, Veterans, and their families. She is the author of the book, The Act Resilient Method. For her work with the Military, she was given President Obama’s Volunteer Service Award.

Joel Chorny
Joel Chorny is a Tucson criminal defense attorney and founder of The Law Office of Joel Chorny. A former public defender and current trial lawyer, he regularly relies on improvisational skills in courtrooms, negotiations, and other unscripted professional settings. He has led improv workshops for law students, public defender offices, and legal conferences throughout Arizona.

Michael Brasher
Michael Brasher is a business coach, EOS implementer, and organizational strategist who helps leaders identify the bottlenecks limiting growth, execution, and team performance. Drawing on a background in leadership development, organizational systems, and human behavior, he works with business owners to build companies that are more scalable, accountable, and less dependent on the owner. Michael is the founder of Life Unbound Coaching and has helped entrepreneurs and leadership teams clarify vision, strengthen operations, and create sustainable growth.

Note: Donations will be split between the two non-profit organizations.

