Afraid To Be Seen: Shy Gen Z Takes On Manila Improv Camp | Pause With Purpose

At 23, recent psychology graduate Avril feels lost, struggling with confidence, vulnerability and a fear of showing her true self. Hoping to learn to trust herself and others, she travels to Manila for an improv theatre boot camp. Thrust into unfamiliar classes, spontaneous performances and a vibrant creative community, Avril gradually learns to let go of overthinking and embrace the possibility of making mistakes. A long the way, conversations with her mentors and a heartfelt reunion with her former childhood helper bring buried feelings of loneliness and family struggles to the surface. Avril begins to find her voice and learns that sometimes, saying “yes” to the unknown is the first step towards finding herself. 00:00 Meet Avril 02:06 Attending a beginner’s improv class 08:56 Avril joins another group improv experience 11:29 Observing a rehearsal for a special show 14:43 Helping out at an improv show 18:00 Emotional moment with other volunteers 22:11 Avril attends an acting class at a university 26:26 Reuniting with her former domestic helper 31:04 Learning to sing in public 36:24 Performing at her first public showcase 40:11 Performing at her final showcase 43:30 Reflecting about the trip back in Singapore ========= About the show: Four individuals embark on potentially life-changing experiences abroad in search of inspiration and answers. ========== #CNAInsider #PauseWithPurposeCNA #Philippines #Manila #Improvisation #Improv For more, SUBSCRIBE to CNA INSIDER https://cna.asia/insideryoutubesub Follow CNA INSIDER on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnainsider/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cnainsider/ Website: https://cna.asia/cnainsider