Boost Your Stage Presence — Business Workshop with Improv
For many people who have no problems communicating in everyday situations, stage fright can still be a challenge. Having a spotlight on your face is often a completely new experience — this workshop will help you become comfortable and confident in that environment.
Whether you're a new manager or an aspiring leader, this workshop is designed to help you present yourself with confidence. Learn how to master the stage, manage the natural nerves that come with public speaking, and sharpen your presentation skills.
Available at the Expat Improv Studio in Düsseldorf — or at your location.
Why stage presence is critical to your success
- Stage presence goes beyond confidence. It's a critical leadership skill that enhances your influence and your ability to connect, communicate and persuade.
- Gain confidence for high-stakes situations like summits, conferences and important meetings.
- Learn to deal effectively with instant feedback, overcome natural stage fright and harness audience reaction.
- Turn insecurities into strengths through improvisational theatre — adapt spontaneously, build rapport and improve your communication skills.
What to expect
- Real stage experience: Practice with professional lighting and sound, simulating the conditions of a live presentation.
- Present with confidence: Learn to speak more confidently using improvisation techniques.
- Personal feedback: Receive constructive feedback to improve your presentation and stage presence.
- Improvisational theatre methods
- Exercises that simulate unexpected scenarios
- Video recordings
- Networking opportunities
- Certificate of attendance
Duration: 11:00–17:00 (including 1 hour lunch break)
Location: Volmerswerther Str. 21, Düsseldorf — or at your location
Price: 249 € + 19% VAT
Language: English or German
Group size: 4–6 participants
About the trainer
Albert Schimmel is a certified drama teacher, actor and improviser with years of experience as a sales consultant for multinational companies and founder of several online businesses. With a deep understanding of improvisation techniques, Albert brings both stage expertise and business insight to every workshop.
Expat Improv's unique approach to improvisational theatre has forged partnerships with top international organisations. We provide tailored business improvisation training in English and German for teams and managers.
Ready to boost your stage presence?
Available in Düsseldorf or at your location.
We deliver training to companies and groups in other cities on request.
Academic references
- Moshavi, D. (2007) — "Yes and…": Introducing Improvisational Theatre Techniques to the Management Classroom. Highlights how improv techniques improve adaptability, communication and creative problem-solving.
- Vera, D., & Crossan, M. (2004) — "Theatrical Improvisation: Lessons for Organizations." Explores how improv enhances leadership, teamwork and strategic decision-making.
- Felsman et al. (2021) — "Improv experience promotes divergent thinking, uncertainty tolerance, and affective well-being." Demonstrates improv's benefits for creativity and well-being in business communication.