Links for those in need.
There are tons of improv-focused books, blogs, movies, and podcasts out there. Below are some that I find helpful in my own work. I’m leaving a million out…
There’s no right or wrong way to approach improv, but there are endless suggestions and ideas. Look into as many as you can. Figure out what works for you now. Do it for a while and then figure out what will work next. There’s only process.
Books
The Upright Citizens Brigade Comedy Improvisation Manual
How to Be the Greatest Improviser on Earth by Will Hines
Pirate, Robot, Ninja: An Improv Fable by Billy Merrit & Will Hines
The Complete Improviser by Bill Arnett
Jill Bernard’s Small Cute Book of Improv
Improvisation for the Theater, by ViolaSpolin
Conducting Chaos by Jessica Arjet
If I Understood You, Would I Have This Look on My Face? by Alan Alda
Blogs/Online Resources
Improv Encyclopedia (This site includes games, resources, definitions, and other helpful information.)
The Improv Network (Includes Improv Festival lists but don’t know how often it’s updated)
For true Austin Improv History nerds, check out the Austin Improv Community Wiki
Excused Absence Comedy 