IMPROV 4WELLNESS

About Me

Margot Escott believes that play is essential for everyone. In 1970 she became a New Games Referee and her mission to teach folks to play and laugh has continued.

She’s worked as a Psychotherapist for over 35 years and, for the past decade, has been using improvisational theater games and exercises in her practice and workshops, both in in-person and online.

Among those she’s trained with include Aretha Sills Jay Sukow, Laura Hall, Gary Schwartz and Rich Baker. Margot leads ongoing online group called “Improv for Parkinson’s”. She and her troupe, The PIPPI Players (Parkinson's Inspired People Playing Improv) have presented multiple virtual performances.

She is a certified teacher and trainer with the Rehearsals for Growth program, who trains and prepares Therapists to apply improvisational methods to Psychotherapy.

"Margot's improv classes transformed my approach to therapy and brought joy to my practice." ~ Katie Ziskind, LMFT.

Student Reviews

★★★★★

"I have been a student of Margot's for the past 4-5 years. She teaches a combination of Improv, music and dance, drama, games and lots more! Some are beginners in the Parkinson's world, while some show serious decay, but everyone participates at their level." ~ William Tobolsky, Esq. Atlantic City, New Jersey.

"I have been living with Parkinson's for the last 7 years. I’ve benefited from many non-pharmaceutical therapies but not more so than Improv for Parkinson's class with Margot. She is a wonderful teacher and coach. Improv for PD has made me smile more and laugh at myself." ~ Suzanne Masso Retired teacher and children's book author, New Jersey.

★★★★★

★★★★★

"I have been an assistant teacher at Margot’s Improv for Parkinson’s. These classes are a wonderful source of joy. The spirited involvement of each participant is very inspiring and that makes the environment thoroughly lovable." ~ Vishok Verma, Improv Teacher, India.

★★★★★

"Each week I look forward to participating in PD IMPROV. There is lots of social interaction and learning to really listen to each other. No matter what your PD symptoms may be I would encourage you to consider PD IMPROV." ~ Robyn Perlow, MD - Arizon.

★★★★★

"I'm an improv performer with Parkinson's, questioning how long I can continue to perform in front of a live audience. Luckily, I have found a class with other PD improvisors where I can shake, stammer and blank out to my heart's content. And most important: IT'S FUN. I'm eternally grateful to Margot." ~ Lloyd Leifer, California.

★★★★★

★★★★★

"Margot sees the potential ability of her students which results in a wonderful outcome for playing games and/or scenes. Margot is a fabulous teacher/mentor. She is kind in her attention throughout. I can't recommend her enough." ~ Donna Breger Stanton, OTD, OT, FAOTA , San Francisco, California.

★★★★★

"Improv class has given me confidence. Margot makes you laugh, and helps you to relocate those creative thinking caps that have been hidden since childhood!" ~ Linda Silver, Graphic Designer, New Jersey.

Improv Classes

Explore unique psychotherapy and improv workshops designed to enhance well-being and creativity in individuals.

Improv for Parkinson's Class

Join ongoing improv classes tailored for individuals with Parkinson’s and their care partners for support.

Improv Theater Classes

Engage your team with improv workshops that foster collaboration, creativity, and effective communication in the workplace.

Podcast

Improv Interviews

Improv Sketch Comedy