CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS CALENDAR

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Don’t see a class that fits your current schedule? The next registration window opens early April 2026 (with classes beginning the week of May 11, 2026).

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More 2026 Classes Coming Soon!
Jun 1
More 2026 Classes Coming Soon!

New classes for Improv and Sketch Comedy will start at the beginning of July.

Class registration will open by early June!

Stay posted.

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INTENSIVE: Improv 101: Intro to Improv (JUNE)
Jun 8
INTENSIVE: Improv 101: Intro to Improv (JUNE)

SUMMER INTENSIVE

June 8 - 12

Learn the basics of improv comedy in a 5 day intensive setting!

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WORKSHOP: Chaos in Comedy
Jun 13
WORKSHOP: Chaos in Comedy

Performers dread the unexpected. You forget your lines, the lights go out, your costume rips. What if, instead of mistakes, these were opportunities for creating once-in-a-lifetime comedy moments?

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INTENSIVE: Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing (JUNE)
Jun 22
INTENSIVE: Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing (JUNE)

SUMMER INTENSIVE

June 22 - 26

Learn the basics of sketch comedy in a 5 day intensive setting!

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Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing [TUESDAYS]
Jul 7
Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing [TUESDAYS]

TUESDAYS

Learn the basics of sketch comedy.

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Improv 101: Intro to Improv [TUESDAYS]
Jul 7
Improv 101: Intro to Improv [TUESDAYS]

TUESDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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Improv 101: Intro to Improv [WEDNESDAYS]
Jul 8
Improv 101: Intro to Improv [WEDNESDAYS]

WEDNESDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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INTENSIVE: Improv 101: Intro to Improv (JULY)
Jul 13
INTENSIVE: Improv 101: Intro to Improv (JULY)

SUMMER INTENSIVE

July 13th - 17th

Learn the basics of improv comedy in a 5 day intensive setting!

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INTENSIVE: Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing (JULY)
Jul 20
INTENSIVE: Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing (JULY)

SUMMER INTENSIVE

July 20th - 24th

Learn the basics of sketch comedy in a 5 day intensive setting!

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Give the gift of laughter!

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METTLESOME LAB

Mettlesome Lab is the home of the very best improv and sketch comedy classes in the Triangle. Whether just starting out or regularly performing, these classes are a welcoming and fun place to learn new skills. We pride ourselves on our structured curriculum which focuses on strong, comedic scene work. Our teachers are all veteran performers well-versed in the comedy schools of thought and vetted by members of the Mettlesome board to ensure the highest quality and best possible learning experience.

Please read our Lab Policies and Covid Policies before signing up for a class or workshop. 

Mettlesome strives to make our classrooms a safe space for students. Please review the Student Bill of Rights for more information.