Fall 2026 OLLI Digital Catalog

IMPROV AT THE OLLI: FUN AND GAMES FOR ALL! (CP301)

CP – Performing Arts Participation

This 13-week course offers a dynamic experience of improvisational theatre in a relaxed and supportive environment. Through fun, low-pressure games and group exercises, participants build confidence, spark creativity and enjoy the process of making things up together. Along the way, we’ll explore the basics of improv — listening, saying “yes, and,” and supporting one another — while using simple movement, voice and imagination activities. There’s no memorization and no experience required.

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This offering meets for a total of 13 session(s).

INSTRUCTORS: Charles Conway, Deb Cohen, Susan Peo

CONWAY, CHARLES — Longtime Delaware theatre educator and former director of education at the Delaware Theatre Company (1985-2019). He holds an M.A. from the University of Delaware and remains active in lifelong learning. His work has connected generations of Delawareans to the arts.

COHEN, DEB — A.B., math, Bryn Mawr College; Ph.D., psychology, University of Delaware. After a career providing psychotherapy to college students, is enjoying a variety of activities including invasive plant removal, crafting and games. Loves improv games for their playful joy, humor and social connection.

PEO, SUSAN — Retired school band director, A.A., visual communications, B.M., music education and performance, M.M., trumpet performance, University of Delaware. Currently pursuing interests in art, music and drama such as painting, sculpting, cartooning, acting, conducting and playing trumpet/ cornet in multiple ensembles.

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