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WORKSHOP: The Spooky Bat with Jack Reitz
Oct
19
1:00 PM13:00
Workshops, Classes

WORKSHOP: The Spooky Bat with Jack Reitz

  • Sunday, October 19, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 13:00 15:00
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Receive a crash course in "The Bat" form - improv in the dark - just in time for Halloween.

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene (Mondays)
Oct
20
to Dec 1
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene (Mondays)

  • Mon, Oct 20, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Mon, Dec 1, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground @ Market (map)
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MONDAYS

Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 301: Improv Longform
Oct
20
to Dec 1
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 301: Improv Longform

  • Mon, Oct 20, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Mon, Dec 1, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome at Golden Belt (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MONDAYS

Create characters and worlds that combine to form a unified 25-minute longform improv piece.

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Improv 401: The Harold
Oct
20
to Dec 1
Classes

Improv 401: The Harold

  • Mon, Oct 20, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Mon, Dec 1, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MONDAYS

Building on the skills of 301’s game-driven longform, this class introduces students to openings and group games as key components of the Harold structure, a cornerstone improv form.

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Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Tuesdays)
Oct
21
to Dec 2
Classes

Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Tuesdays)

  • Tue, Oct 21, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Dec 2, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

TUESDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing
Oct
21
to Dec 2
Classes

Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing

  • Tue, Oct 21, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Dec 2, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

TUESDAYS

Learn the basics of sketch comedy.

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Sketch 201: The Writers' Room
Oct
22
to Dec 10
Classes

Sketch 201: The Writers' Room

  • Wed, Oct 22, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Dec 10, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WEDNESDAYS

Continued exploration of writing sketch comedy. Learn additional common sketch structures, and workshop sketches weekly.

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Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Wednesdays)
Oct
22
to Dec 3
Classes

Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Wednesdays)

  • Wed, Oct 22, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Dec 3, 2025 8:30 PM 20:30
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WEDNESDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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Improv 201: Game of the Scene (Thursdays)
Oct
23
to Dec 11
Classes

Improv 201: Game of the Scene (Thursdays)

  • Thu, Oct 23, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Thu, Dec 11, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground @ Market (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

THURSDAYS

Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.

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[SOLD OUT] WORKSHOP: Be Reasonable with Corey Brown
Sep
28
1:00 PM13:00
Workshops, Classes

[SOLD OUT] WORKSHOP: Be Reasonable with Corey Brown

  • Sunday, September 28, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 13:00 15:00
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Being the voice of reason in an improv scene doesn't mean you don't get to be funny.

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Free Teen Improv Workshop: Taking the First Step
Sep
21
1:30 PM13:30
Classes, Workshops, Drop-ins, Tune-Ups

Free Teen Improv Workshop: Taking the First Step

  • Sunday, September 21, 2025
  • 1:30 PM 3:30 PM 13:30 15:30
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This free teen improv workshop for 12- to 17-year-olds will give participants the tools they need to be more comfortable in their skin through shared group improv scenes and games!

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WORKSHOP: The Monoscene
Aug
31
12:30 PM12:30
Workshops, Classes

WORKSHOP: The Monoscene

  • Sunday, August 31, 2025
  • 12:30 PM 2:30 PM 12:30 14:30
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This is the scene that never ends—sort of. Right here. Right now.

ENROLL NOW

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Saturdays)
Aug
23
to Sep 2
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Saturdays)

  • Sat, Aug 23, 2025 10:00 AM 10:00 Tue, Sep 2, 2025 12:30 PM 12:30
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

SATURDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene (Wednesdays)
Aug
20
to Sep 2
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene (Wednesdays)

  • Wed, Aug 20, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Sep 2, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WEDNESDAYS

Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.

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Sketch 301: Writing for the Stage
Aug
20
to Sep 2
Classes

Sketch 301: Writing for the Stage

  • Wed, Aug 20, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Sep 2, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome Theater (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WEDNESDAYS

Learn how to write specifically for the stage—taking advantage of and working within the constraints of an in-person, live show.

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[SOLD OUT] Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous
Aug
20
to Sep 2
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous

  • Wed, Aug 20, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Sep 2, 2025 9:00 PM 21:00
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WEDNESDAYS

Step into the world of clown through the lens of physical theatre. Wednesdays.

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Improv 201: Game of the Scene (Tuesdays)
Aug
19
to Sep 2
Classes

Improv 201: Game of the Scene (Tuesdays)

  • Tue, Aug 19, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Sep 2, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome Theater (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

TUESDAYS

Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.

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Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing
Aug
19
to Sep 2
Classes

Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing

  • Tue, Aug 19, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Sep 2, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

TUESDAYS

Learn the basics of sketch comedy.

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Mondays)
Aug
18
to Sep 2
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Mondays)

  • Mon, Aug 18, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Sep 2, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MONDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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Improv 301: Improv Longform
Aug
18
to Sep 2
Classes

Improv 301: Improv Longform

  • Mon, Aug 18, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, Sep 2, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MONDAYS

Create characters and worlds that combine to form a unified 25-minute longform improv piece.

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WORKSHOP: Host, Don't Ghost with Greg Phillips
Aug
17
1:00 PM13:00
Workshops, Classes

WORKSHOP: Host, Don't Ghost with Greg Phillips

  • Sunday, August 17, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 13:00 15:00
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  • Google Calendar ICS

The host is crucial to a show’s success. Learn important skills for connecting with an audience and setting up performers for success.

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[SOLD OUT] WORKSHOP: Scenic Scenes with Corey Brown
Jul
12
1:00 PM13:00
Workshops, Classes

[SOLD OUT] WORKSHOP: Scenic Scenes with Corey Brown

  • Saturday, July 12, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 13:00 15:00
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  • Google Calendar ICS

Scenes are alive, yet we often end up in stagnant scenes discussing a funny idea. Learn helpful strategies for moving a scene forward.

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Sketch 201: The Writers' Room
Jun
26
to Jul 16
Classes

Sketch 201: The Writers' Room

  • Thu, Jun 26, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Jul 16, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

THURSDAYS

Continued exploration of writing sketch comedy. Learn additional common sketch structures, and workshop sketches weekly.

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene
Jun
25
to Jul 16
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene

  • Wed, Jun 25, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Jul 16, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WEDNESDAYS

Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv  (Wednesdays)
Jun
25
to Jul 16
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Wednesdays)

  • Wed, Jun 25, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Jul 16, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WEDNESDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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Improv 401: The Harold
Jun
24
to Jul 16
Classes

Improv 401: The Harold

  • Tue, Jun 24, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Jul 16, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

TUESDAYS

Building on the skills of 301’s game-driven longform, this class introduces students to openings and group games as key components of the Harold structure, a cornerstone improv form.

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Improv 101: Intro to Improv  (Tuesdays)
Jun
24
to Jul 16
Classes

Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Tuesdays)

  • Tue, Jun 24, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Jul 16, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

TUESDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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Improv 301: Improv Longform
Jun
23
to Jul 16
Classes

Improv 301: Improv Longform

  • Mon, Jun 23, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Jul 16, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome at Golden Belt (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MONDAYS

Create characters and worlds that combine to form a unified 25-minute longform improv piece.

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Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing
Jun
23
to Jul 16
Classes

Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing

  • Mon, Jun 23, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Wed, Jul 16, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MONDAYS

Learn the basics of sketch comedy.

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Summertime Mettlesome Teens Improv Society
Jun
10
to Aug 1
Classes

Summertime Mettlesome Teens Improv Society

  • Tue, Jun 10, 2025 5:00 PM 17:00 Fri, Aug 1, 2025 6:30 PM 18:30
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Designed for teens ages 13-17, this engaging summertime program helps participants build confidence, enhance communication skills, and embrace their unique voices.

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[SOLD OUT] WORKSHOP: Let's Play Some Short-Form Improv Games
Jun
7
1:00 PM13:00
Workshops, Classes

[SOLD OUT] WORKSHOP: Let's Play Some Short-Form Improv Games

  • Saturday, June 7, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 13:00 15:00
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Participants will get a chance to jump into the fast-paced world of short-form improv.

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TEEN IMPROV WORKSHOP: Finding the Game
May
10
10:00 AM10:00
Classes, Workshops

TEEN IMPROV WORKSHOP: Finding the Game

  • Saturday, May 10, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 10:00 12:00
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The key to every improv scene is finding "the game," but what is it? This workshop will teach you the basics of creating an improv scene and then discovering the elements that make the scene special.

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Improv 101: Intro to Improv  (Saturdays)
May
3
to May 20
Classes

Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Saturdays)

  • Sat, May 3, 2025 10:00 AM 10:00 Tue, May 20, 2025 12:30 PM 12:30
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

SATURDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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Improv 301: Improv Longform
May
1
to May 20
Classes

Improv 301: Improv Longform

  • Thu, May 1, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, May 20, 2025 8:30 PM 20:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

THURSDAYS

Create characters and worlds that combine to form a unified 25-minute longform improv piece.

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene
Apr
30
to May 20
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene

  • Wed, Apr 30, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, May 20, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome Theater (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

WEDNESDAYS

Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.

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[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv
Apr
29
to May 20
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv

  • Tue, Apr 29, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, May 20, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

TUESDAYS

Learn the basics of long-form improv.

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[SOLD OUT] Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing
Apr
29
to May 20
Classes

[SOLD OUT] Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing

  • Tue, Apr 29, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, May 20, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

TUESDAYS

Learn the basics of sketch comedy.

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Sketch 201: The Writers' Room
Apr
28
to May 20
Classes

Sketch 201: The Writers' Room

  • Mon, Apr 28, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, May 20, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • American Underground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MONDAYS

Continued exploration of writing sketch comedy. Learn additional common sketch structures, and workshop sketches weekly.

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Improv 401: The Harold
Apr
28
to May 20
Classes

Improv 401: The Harold

  • Mon, Apr 28, 2025 7:00 PM 19:00 Tue, May 20, 2025 9:30 PM 21:30
  • Mettlesome Theater (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MONDAYS

Building on the skills of 301’s game-driven longform, this class introduces students to openings and group games as key components of the Harold structure, a cornerstone improv form.

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