Playing the "Beatnik Poet" Improv Game

Video Transcript

"Hi guys. We're learning how to play some improv games today. And now Dan B and I are going to show you how to play a game called, "Beatnik Poet". To play "Beatnik Poet", you're going to get two, three or four improvisers up on stage. And then you're going to get a suggestion from the audience of two unrelated things. For this example, we're going to say flower pot and sunshine. Although those are a little related. We're are going to assume that they're not. At this point in time, each player is going to take turns creating a Beatnik style poem with four different verses. If in any point and time the opponent does not rhyme or does not integrate both elements and suggestions, then the audience yells, "Die". And the Beatnik poet has to commit suicide on the stage. So, Dan B, you want to start us off? Yes. With a suggestion of flower pot and sunshine. I using both of those? Yes you're have to use both of them. Okay. Alright. I looked upon a flower pot. Do you think it's pretty? I think it's not. I look outside at the sun, it shines. I think I need some cherry wine. Nice. Now, I guess it's my turn. I see you there, little flower pot. I want to hop in you a lot. When the sunshine beats down your face. You are filled with flowers, in your, die. Die. And that's how you play "Beatnik Poet"."