Really enjoyed reading this! I found the whole discussion on one of the major foundations of improv, “Hull House” so interesting! I have been studying a lot about improvisational theater techniques and its history, but have not learned about Viola Spoilin’s link to “Hull House” until now. I appreciate you covering stories of those who often get/got overlooked; it is incredibly important -as you stated- to do so. Though this story is not solely about improv, I wish there was more information about the starting history of “Hull House” and its connection to improv through Viola Spoilin. I wonder if that came with any further struggles that could be deeper delved into. Then again, that would be incredibly hard to find, being that these stories were hardly covered in history for a reason *cough* to overlook powerful minorities who produce powerful stories *cough*
Thank you for reading and engaging, Donio! I have the same wish for more information about the origin stories. I will reach out to Fiona Maxwell, the actor I mentioned, and see if she has more information or can point me to some resources.
One thing I will say about Hull-House is that it was very passion-driven and a lot of the programs grew organically. Their history is fascinating!
I look forward to our ongoing conversations here. :)
Really enjoyed reading this! I found the whole discussion on one of the major foundations of improv, “Hull House” so interesting! I have been studying a lot about improvisational theater techniques and its history, but have not learned about Viola Spoilin’s link to “Hull House” until now. I appreciate you covering stories of those who often get/got overlooked; it is incredibly important -as you stated- to do so. Though this story is not solely about improv, I wish there was more information about the starting history of “Hull House” and its connection to improv through Viola Spoilin. I wonder if that came with any further struggles that could be deeper delved into. Then again, that would be incredibly hard to find, being that these stories were hardly covered in history for a reason *cough* to overlook powerful minorities who produce powerful stories *cough*
Excited to read more! :)
Thank you for reading and engaging, Donio! I have the same wish for more information about the origin stories. I will reach out to Fiona Maxwell, the actor I mentioned, and see if she has more information or can point me to some resources.
One thing I will say about Hull-House is that it was very passion-driven and a lot of the programs grew organically. Their history is fascinating!
I look forward to our ongoing conversations here. :)