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 has organized nationwide workshops and seminars focusing on the “Therapeutic Benefits of Humor and Play” and has authored numerous articles covering humor, geriatric concerns, and improvisational comedy.

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 an ongoing online group called “Improv for Parkinson’s” and she and her troupe, The PIPPI Players, 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.

Professional Testimonies

★★★★★

“Margot is a true believer in the power of improv. She cares so much about her students and is always looking to push them to be the best they can be. Take a class with Margot, you’ll have so much fun and will get a lot out of her teachings.” ~ Jay Sukow

★★★★★

“An improv class with Margot Escott is the absolute best. Not only is she an expert on all thing’s improv, but she also sets the tone of support and connection among her students. You’ll laugh. You’ll learn. You’ll have an absolute blast. Cannot recommend Margot enough.” ~ Rich Baker