Shaping Creativity & Confidence
Planet Improv, Inc. is a nonprofit organization established in 2006 whose mission is to “empower people of all ages to grow socially and emotionally through applied improvisation.” We work primarily with children/students with a focus upon Title 1 supplementally funded schools. Planet Improv relies on donations and contributions from the community to reach children and communities in need and inspire them through acting, improv, and positive self-affirmations.
PLANET IMPROV NEEDS YOUR HELP…
As we continue our SAFE Student 2021-22 Program throughout this school year to empower students of all ages through: trauma healing; social emotional education; creativity and imagination programs in educational organizations that do not currently have them and real-word skill-building for life and a lifetime, please consider…
A gift of a tax deductible one-time or continuing monthly individual or business financial donation(s.)
Connecting us with anyone who cares about the resiliency-building of students of all ages and grade levels, (especially, but not limited to) those in underserved schools in socioeconomically disadvantaged communities and those in communities of high conflict and violence.
Connecting us with anyone who might be interested in becoming a Planet Improv Board of Director’s Member
NOTABLE PLANET IMPROV HEADLINES
June 2022
Planet Improv has been asked to partner with CMPD (Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department) in 2022-23 by providing a series of classes addressing life skill issues.
The Youth Diversion Program is designed and administered by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in partnership with several social service agencies in Mecklenburg County. Its purpose is to offer qualified juveniles the opportunity to avoid prosecution in the court system. Parent and Juvenile will attend an 8-hour life skills class or Teen Court to successfully complete the program.
“We are honored to be a part of this important program,” says Planet Improv Executive Director Scott Pacitti.
May 2022
Planet Improv has been awarded their fourth City of Charlotte JumpStart Community Micro-Grant for Conflict Resolution and Mediation for Charlotte students of all ages.
The purpose of the JumpStart Safety Micro-Grant is to provide small programming grants to community based organizations to help jumpstart efforts around the following themes:
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Crime Fighting & Prevention
- Opportunities for Youth and/or Parents
- Family Stability
- Addressing Racial Segregation
“We are proud to be associated with the City’s very worthy program,” says Scott Pacitti, Executive Director of the Charlotte-based group.
April 2022
PACITTI NAMED ONE OF CHARLOTTE’S 40 0ver 40
The Charlotte Ledger has named Scott Pacitti, Executive Director of Planet Improv, one of Charlotte’s 40 over 40 for 2022.The recognition is awarded for outstanding community service working to make Charlotte a better place.
Pacitti used over twenty-years of experience to develop the SAFE Student program that works with participants on developing skills to deal with issues such as bullying, self image, trauma healing and socialization difficulties
To date, he has worked with hundreds of schools and over 20,000 children in the Charlotte Mecklenburg area during development and implementation of SAFE student. In 2022, he has already partnered with schools to work with 6,500 students. He has also worked with law enforcement to provide programs to high risk youngsters.
July 2022
THE CHUCKLEHEADS RETURN!!!
Planet Improv and The Chuckleheads, a Charlotte improv group, make their triumphant return to live shows on Saturday July 23.
“We are all excited to return to live shows after a hiatus of several years due to the COVID pandemic,” says group Director Scott Pacitti.
The “Did U Miss US Comedy Musical Variety Extravaganza starring the Chuckleheads”, which takes place at the Dilworth Grille, will feature unscripted improvisational comedy games (Whose Line Is It Anyway? and the Second City,) musical games and activities, game show elements, and the heavy-duty audience participation that are staples of the Chuckleheads.
Tickets for the event can be purchased online at eventbrite.com or in person at the event.
When We Play, We Can Explore Ourselves
Our Improv Pledge
We respect everyone in our class. We do not judge anyone in our class, but more importantly, we do not judge ourselves.
Let Your Brain Play
Not only does it hone communication and public speaking skills, it also stimulates fast thinking and engagement with ideas. On a deeper level, improv chips away at mental barriers that block creative thinking.
Smile
We respect everyone in our class. We do not judge anyone in our class, but more importantly, we do not judge ourselves.
Laugh
Not only does it hone communication and public speaking skills, it also stimulates fast thinking and engagement with ideas.
Learn
On a deeper level, improv chips away at mental barriers that block creative thinking.
When We Play, We Can Explore Ourselves
Our Improv Pledge
We respect everyone in our class. We do not judge anyone in our class, but more importantly, we do not judge ourselves.
Let Your Brain Play
Not only does it hone communication and public speaking skills, it also stimulates fast thinking and engagement with ideas. On a deeper level, improv chips away at mental barriers that block creative thinking.
Smile
We respect everyone in our class. We do not judge anyone in our class, but more importantly, we do not judge ourselves.
Laugh
Not only does it hone communication and public speaking skills, it also stimulates fast thinking and engagement with ideas.
Learn
On a deeper level, improv chips away at mental barriers that block creative thinking.
