Improv can save the world. How? Because the very nature of improv is cooperation and selflessness. Yes, and... is the embodiment of these principles. I am always amazed how some actors seem intimidated by improv, especially performing in front of a live audience. I too was unsure, til I understood what makes it work.

It would work for society too.

What makes Improv work (when it's done correctly) is the COLLABORATION that takes place, and the elimination of COMPETITION. You have to LISTEN to the other actor and not only acknowledge what they say, you have to enhance it, build upon it, SUPPORT IT.

To succeed in improv, the scene comes first. The actors egos come second. Otherwise, you have over-talking, arguement and stand offs. The scene does not progress. It can not be "every man for himself", good improv, to me, is where the scene comes alive in a bizarre way, due to multiple minds creating cooperatively, simultaneously.

If people gave up competition and materialism and learned to collaberate with each other more, to support each other, NOT because a bible or a governement tells us but because we CHOOSE to do that because it's the RIGHT thing to do.

if we were more selfless and creative, and put society as a whole, ahead of ourselves. We could close the gap between the rich and the poor and have them cooperate, in societies best interest, ending unnecessary suffering. man, what a scene that would be.