As someone who enjoys organizing events that bring people together, I’m always looking for creative icebreaker activities that can help guests connect and engage with each other. One idea that I find particularly effective is using Famous TV Characters themed “This or That” questions. By asking questions related to popular TV characters from different shows, you can tap into a shared cultural reference point that can spark interesting conversations and insights.
How to incorporate Famous TV Characters themed This or That questions
To incorporate Famous TV Characters themed “This or That” questions into your event, follow these steps:
- Choose a list of popular TV characters from different shows that are relevant and familiar to your audience. You can select characters from classic or current shows, depending on the preferences and demographics of your guests.
- Create a set of “This or That” questions related to each character’s personality, storylines, relationships, humor, cultural references, or themes. Make sure the questions are clear, concise, and easy to understand.
- Print out the questions on cards or display them on a screen or a poster board. Encourage your guests to form small groups of 3-5 people and take turns asking each other the questions. You can also create a rotation system where each group moves on to the next question after a set amount of time (e.g., 2-3 minutes).
- Make sure everyone has a chance to answer each question and listen actively to their responses. Encourage follow-up questions, comments, and discussions that build on the initial answers. You can also share your own insights and opinions about the TV shows to keep the conversation flowing.
- After everyone has had a chance to answer all the questions, gather your guests in a larger group and ask them to share their favorite or most surprising answers. You can also use this opportunity to highlight any commonalities or connections that emerged during the activity.
- Consider using some of the insights or stories that came up during the “This or That” icebreaker as a springboard for further conversations and activities throughout the day. For example, you could organize a trivia game based on TV show trivia or create a photo booth with props inspired by the characters and settings.
Ideas on different themes of questions
To keep your Famous TV Characters-themed icebreaker questions fresh and engaging, you can explore different themes and categories that are relevant to each character. Here are some ideas:
- Personality: Ask questions related to the traits, quirks, and behaviors of the characters (e.g., “Which famous TV character is most like your personality?” or “Who is the funniest character on TV?”).
- Storylines: Ask questions about the plot twists, conflicts, and resolutions in each show (e.g., “What was your favorite episode of [show]?” or “Do you prefer romantic storylines or action storylines?”).
- Relationships: Ask questions related to the friendships, family ties, or romantic connections in each show (e.g., “Which TV couple do you ship the most?” or “Who is your favorite TV best friend duo?”).
- Humor: Ask questions that tap into the comedic style and humor of each character or show (e.g., “Which famous TV character always makes you laugh?” or “What is your favorite funny moment from [show]?”).
- Cultural references: Ask questions that reference pop culture, history, or current events that are featured in each show (e.g., “What is your favorite celebrity guest appearance on [show]?” or “Which historical event do you remember from watching [show]?”).
By incorporating these different themes of questions into your Famous TV Characters-themed icebreaker activity, you can keep your guests engaged and entertained while also fostering a sense of community and shared interest. So why not give it a try and see how it can enhance your next event!
My favorite Famous TV Characters themed This or That questions
- Joey Tribbiani or Chandler Bing?
- Rachel Green or Monica Geller?
- Walter White or Jesse Pinkman?
- Tony Soprano or Carmela Soprano?
- Homer Simpson or Peter Griffin?
- Dexter Morgan or Debra Morgan?
- Barney Stinson or Ted Mosby?
- Carrie Bradshaw or Miranda Hobbes?
- Carrie Mathison or Saul Berenson?
- Ross Geller or Phoebe Buffay?
- Don Draper or Peggy Olson?
- Liz Lemon or Jack Donaghy?
- Frasier Crane or Niles Crane?
- Sam Malone or Diane Chambers?
- Gob Bluth or Michael Bluth?
- Michael Scott or Dwight Schrute?
- Leslie Knope or Ron Swanson?
- Tom Haverford or April Ludgate?
- Tyrion Lannister or Daenerys Targaryen?
- Caroline Forbes or Stefan Salvatore?
- Sookie Stackhouse or Eric Northman?
- Lucious Lyon or Cookie Lyon?
- Bart Simpson or Lisa Simpson?
- Steve Urkel or Stefan Urquelle?
- Al Bundy or Peggy Bundy?
- Jessica Fletcher or Seth Hazlitt?
- Carly Shay or Sam Puckett?
- Lorelai Gilmore or Emily Gilmore?
- Mike Brady or Carol Brady?
- Niles Crane or Martin Crane?
About the author
Jon Zajac
Founder & Chief Icebreaker
I started Icebreaker Spot because I truly believe that strong connections are the foundation of successful teams. I wanted to create a platform that would make it easy for people to find and share icebreakers and team building activities, empowering them to build trust, foster collaboration, and ultimately, achieve greatness together.