The Applied Improvisation Network

Have you seen the 2026 AIN Global Conference schedule yet? 👀

We are counting down the days until we gather in Rimini, Italy this October! Our presenters are bringing their absolute best, and you won't want to miss these sessions. Take a look at the newly released program to start mapping out your conference experience.

https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/italy-program

Join our next AIN Watch Party with Dr. Luke Perone as we explore the power of "Yes, and..." in higher education!

Drawing from his new book, we will use video clips and interactive activities to dive into four possibilities of applied improv: being and becoming, love through vulnerability, relational curiosity, and completion. Come ready to reimagine how improvisation can transform our communities.

Date: Friday, September 25th
Time: 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET
Link: Join the Watch Party and learn more: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/watch-party

Our 2026 Learning Journeys are officially open for registration! ⭐

Explore the session details for our upcoming Learning Journeys in Rimini, Italy. Spaces fill up fast, so lock in your experience today.

Learning Journey Dates: October 21 and 22, 2026

Pricing & Registration: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/learning-journeys-rimini

We had a fantastic Members-Only Meeting today! Thank you to everyone who joined us for an engaging and informative session.

A major highlight of today's meeting was officially introducing our dedicated leadership team. We are thrilled to share that our new "Meet the Board" page is now officially live. Our board members are deeply committed to the growth and vision of the Applied Improvisation Network, and we encourage you to view the page and connect with our Board of Directors Members.

Get to know the team here: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/meet-your-board-2026

During the meeting, we also opened the floor for a comprehensive Q&A regarding our highly anticipated upcoming conference in Rimini, Italy. It was wonderful to dive into the exciting logistics, discuss agenda details, and answer your questions about what to expect as we gather together.

If you were unable to attend today's session, or if you would simply like to revisit the conversation and conference updates, the full video recording is now available exclusively for members on our CommUnity platform.

Watch the recording here: https://community.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/video/190

Thank you for your continued dedication to our global community. We look forward to connecting with you again soon!

Michelle Clarke (President), Patrick Short (Vice President), Karolína Harries (Secretary), Katherine Kasmir (Treasurer), Povilas Plukas, Marc Purchin, Tracy Shea-Porter, and Vanessa Elle Wilde.

We are thrilled to give you a sneak peek into the program for the 2026 AIN Global Conference in Rimini, Italy!

As we put the finishing touches on our full schedule, we couldn’t wait to introduce you to the incredible keynote speakers and featured performers who will be setting the tone for our time together. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and energized!

This page will serve as your complete guide to the conference schedule, session times, and presenter details. We are thrilled to kick things off by introducing our incredible keynote speakers: Lucia Berdini and Daniele Cassioli.

Get ready for some unforgettable entertainment as we proudly introduce our featured performer, Fabio Mangolini, and our conference band, Dog Day!

Visit our website to explore their bios and get a sneak peek about their session. And stay tuned, as the full schedule and our conference session details will be added soon!

Visit our Program Page: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/italy-program
Register today and learn more: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/2026-ain

By now we all know a million games. 🎲 But how do we choose the best one for the moment, given our goals, the needs of our participants, and the specific context?

Join us THIS Thursday for our next Members-Only Meeting, featuring a special session facilitated by AIN Professional Member, Kat Koppett!

📩 Current Members: Check your inboxes for the link to join!
👋 Non-Members: Join the network today to gain access to this incredible session and much more!

August Monthly Members-Only Meeting
Topic: Aligning Activity with Goals
Date: Thursday, August 13th, 2026
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm ET (New York Local Time)

🔗 Click here to become an AIN Member: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/ain-membership

Check out our upcoming events! This week (July 9th) we have our Monthly Members-Only Meeting where we will discuss the upcoming conference in Rimini, Italy. Visit our calendar to learn more! https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/calendar

Let's meetup! Our next Local/Regional Event is happening Saturday, August 22nd, 2026.

Join us in sunny West Hollywood at Plummer Park, Art Room One for a day of play and fun!

Visit our webpage: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/local-regional-groups-ain

For more information, as well as to help plan, contact: Marc Purchin
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 310-567-1570

⏳ Final call to shape the 2026 AIN Global Conference in Rimini!

Our Request for Proposals closes TOMORROW, June 30th at 11:59 PM ET.

Bring us your ideas for 90-minute Workshops, 8-10 minute AIN Talks, or deep-dive Learning Journeys before time runs out.

📥 Submit your proposal here: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/2026-rfp

We are pleased to announce that Issue 4 of the Applied Improvisation Magazine (AIM) is now officially available for everyone! As our community continues to champion the principles of applied improvisation everywhere, this latest issue offers new insights, articles, and resources.

Read Issue 4: You can download and read the complete Issue 4 in its fully designed layout: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/ain-magazine-issues
AIM Article Database: If you prefer to browse specific topics or read individual pieces, all content from this issue has been integrated into our article database here: https://www.appliedimprovisationnetwork.org/aim-articles

We hope you enjoy reading this latest issue and find the articles valuable to your continued professional growth and practice. Enjoy!