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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”] iO Theater Summer Intensive July 8th-August 9th Spend the summer in … Read more

Building a Vibrant Company Culture: The Role of Improv By Josie Benedetti In the modern workplace, fostering a strong company culture is no longer just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for attracting and retaining top talent and achieving long-term success. While there are many tools and strategies available for shaping company culture, one often overlooked but incredibly … Read more

iO Theater is excited to announce our NEW Teen & Youth Improv Classes! If your child has a knack for comedy and wants to explore your creative side, this is the perfect opportunity to do so! During these dynamic and engaging week-long programs, students will dive headfirst into the world of improv comedy, learning from experienced … Read more

Uniting Teams Through Improv: Harnessing the Power of Spontaneity By Josie Benedetti In the modern workplace, effective teamwork is a fundamental necessity for achieving organizational success. Yet, bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds, skill sets, and perspectives to work towards common goals is no easy feat. This is where the power of improvisational theater, or … Read more

Transforming Team Dynamics: 3 Improv Exercises to Try at Work By Josie Benedetti In the ever-evolving landscape of modern business, effective teamwork is essential for driving innovation, solving complex problems, and achieving organizational success. While traditional team-building activities have their merits, improv offers an impactful way to build collaboration in the office.  Here are three … Read more

Amplifying ERGs with iO: Enhancing Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement  In today’s diverse and dynamic workplaces, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have emerged as powerful tools for driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Also known as affinity groups or employee networks, ERGs are typically voluntary, employee-led organizations that bring together individuals with shared characteristics, interests, or … Read more