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Weekend Lecture Series

Three Focuses: Making Room, POV, and Letting Go

A Weekend of Keynote-Based Training in Presence

January 10–11

Live Online · Pay What You Want
SAVI FEST Fundraiser

A keynote-based training in presence, designed to build skills without live scene work. Let’s take the time to discuss and reflect on theory and behavior, offering a new approach to improv learning..

Register for Full Weekend

This keynote-based training translates improv principles into practical skills, without scenes or performance pressure. 

About Liz Hutchman:

Liz Hutchman is a Phoenix-based improvisor and educator. She performs monthly with The Skewed News Hour, Birds & Broads, and The Collaboratory. She is the co-founder of SAVI Collective and SAVI FEST. Liz teaches improvisation to actors, medical students, and caretakers, blending stage experience with focus on communication and connection.

This event is hosted and sponsored by

Arizona Actors Academy

Sessions Included:

  • Making Room for Your Scene Partner – January 10 · 11:00 AM MST

    • The Gift of Space, Support, and Shared Presence

  • Playing From Point of View – January 10 · 1:00 PM MST

    • Finding Honesty, Emotion, and Clarity on Stage

  • Reaction – January 11 · 11:00 AM MST

    • Letting Go of Control on StageAbout the format
      All sessions are keynote-based and discussion-driven.

There will be no live scene work or performance pressure.

This weekend is designed to create space for theory, reflection, and conversation, offering a thoughtful alternative to performance-focused training.

Pay What You Want
Choose the contribution that feels right for you. All proceeds support SAVI FEST 2026.

After registering, you’ll receive instructions to complete Zoom registration for each session and access the full weekend.

If you are not able to join us and still wish to support, you can make a tax deductable donation at the link.

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