March Mayhem: Inside Bucyrus Little Theatre’s Teen Improv Tournament
Release Date: 03/11/2026
March Mayhem: Inside Bucyrus Little Theatre’s Teen Improv Tournament
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What happens when you mix quick thinking, big personalities, and a little competitive chaos? You get March Mayhem. In this episode of No Small Parts, host Scott Smith sits down with Teen Improv Troupe coaches Lalaina and Kevin to talk about the upcoming improv tournament at Bucyrus Little Theatre. With 14 young improvisers ready to take the stage, this year’s show introduces a bracket-style competition inspired by basketball’s March Madness, complete with teams, judges, and eliminations as the night unfolds. Lalaina and Kevin pull back the curtain on how the troupe trains, from...
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info_outlineWhat happens when you mix quick thinking, big personalities, and a little competitive chaos? You get March Mayhem.
In this episode of No Small Parts, host Scott Smith sits down with Teen Improv Troupe coaches Lalaina and Kevin to talk about the upcoming improv tournament at Bucyrus Little Theatre. With 14 young improvisers ready to take the stage, this year’s show introduces a bracket-style competition inspired by basketball’s March Madness, complete with teams, judges, and eliminations as the night unfolds.
Lalaina and Kevin pull back the curtain on how the troupe trains, from fast-paced warm-ups like “Three-Line Scenes” to fan-favorite improv games including Party Quirks, Superheroes, Boris, and Oscar Winning Moment. They also explain the golden rule of improv, “Yes, and…,” and why saying “no” can derail a scene.
Along the way, the coaches share how improv helps teens build confidence, creativity, and teamwork while learning to step outside their comfort zones. From imaginative pantomime to audience participation and unpredictable storytelling, every rehearsal is a chance for these young performers to grow, and get a lot of laughs along the way.
If you’ve ever wondered how improv works, why props aren’t needed, or how a group of teenagers can turn complete chaos into comedy, this episode is your backstage pass.
🎭 March Mayhem featuring the Bucyrus Little Theatre Teen Improv Troupe takes place on March 27. Come see which team improvises its way to the championship!
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