First, the lecture part....

Respect for authority is not really the first virtue someone thinks of when they picture the stereotypical improviser. I had a boss who, knowing I coached improv, took me aside and told me a story. In hushed tones, she recounted a tale of some improv-pals her niece brought over for Thanksgiving. She described their behavior as nightmarish - not paying attention, rude, unfocused... you know the type. She was concerned for my well being, knowing you (the ubiquitous yo...
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You always have to fear for captains of academic improv teams.

With little or no leadership experience, they have to learn how to guide a group of
A) peers
B) students
C) improvisers.

That kind of person 
A) does not automatically accept their leader
B) questions everything
C) intentionally accelerates their wits.

That personality profile would unnerve most seasoned leaders of 40+ years of age, but that's the job description for a relative rookie to handle. But hey, it's an awesome opportunit...
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