Thank you for the Suggestion

It will inevitable happen; during an improv show when asking the audience for a scene suggestion someone will yell out something inappropriate. Most the time, they aren't trying to heckle the performers but just get a few laughs from their friends. The way to handle this on stage is to say "Thank you for the suggestions, we will consider that. Do I have any other suggestions from the audience?" This approach allows the improvisor to stay in control of the situation and at the same time not make the person feel bad for their inappropriate comment. So often in life people try to give you opinions, suggestions, and slip in a few inappropriate comments. But you as the improvisor are in control of your performance. Don't feel at the mercy of the audience to do what they recommend. Just politely think... thank you for the suggestions, I will consider that. And do, consider it and if you want a different suggestion take it... Knowing that no matter what suggestion starts the performance you are the one that is interpreting the way the scene will play out!