WORKSHOP: Unlocking Potential with Shortform Improv
In this workshop, you will learn a few classic shortform games, what makes them great, and how the skills within translate to longform.
WORKSHOP: The Bat - Improv in the Dark
A crash course in "The Bat" improv form, just in time for Halloween.
Improv 201: Game of the Scene [MONDAYS]
MONDAYS
Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 301: Improv Longform
TUESDAYS
Create characters and worlds that combine to form a unified 25-minute longform improv piece.
[SOLD OUT] Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous
WEDNESDAYS
Step into the world of clown through the lens of physical theatre. Wednesdays.
Improv 401: The Harold
THURSDAYS
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.
Improv 201: Game of the Scene [SATURDAYS]
SATURDAYS
Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.
Sketch 201: The Writers' Room
TUESDAYS
Continued exploration of writing sketch comedy. Learn additional common sketch structures, and workshop sketches weekly.
2027 Classes Coming Soon!
New classes for Improv and Sketch Comedy will start in early January 2027.
Class registration will open by early December 2026!
Stay posted.
WORKSHOP: Taking the Joke Out Of Your Head and Bringing it to the Stage
Learn about joke structure, writing tools, and elements of performance in this standup comedy workshop.
WORKSHOP: Exploring Red Nose Clown
The workshop is designed to encourage creativity while offering a safe space to experiment, fail, and find joy in the ridiculous.
WORKSHOP: Acting for Improvisers
Discover ways to bring more of yourself into your improv scenes and stay in the moment.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Saturdays)
SATURDAYS
Learn the basics of long-form improv.
[SOLD OUT] M10 Workshop: Joyful Improv with CASEY FEIGH
Celebrate Mettlesome's 10th Anniversary with a very special workshop with Casey Feigh of Holy Shit Improv!
M10 Workshop: Four Scenic Structures with MIKE MCLENDON
Celebrate Mettlesome's 10th Anniversary with a very special workshop with Mike McLendon of Holy Shit Improv!
[1 SPOT LEFT!] M10 Workshop: Game But Fun with CASEY FEIGH & MIKE MCLENDON
Celebrate Mettlesome's 10th Anniversary with a very special workshop with Casey Feigh and Mike McLendon of Holy Shit Improv!
Improv 301: Improv Longform
TUESDAYS
Create characters and worlds that combine to form a unified 25-minute longform improv piece.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv [MONDAYS]
MONDAYS
Learn the basics of long-form improv.
[1 SPOT LEFT!] M10 Workshop: Simple & Sustainable Scenework with CONNOR RATLIFF
Celebrate Mettlesome's 10th Anniversary with a very special workshop with Connor Ratliff!
[SOLD OUT] M10 Workshop: “Yes And” Your Writing with TAMI SAGHER
Celebrate Mettlesome's 10th Anniversary with a very special workshop with Tami Sagher!
[SOLD OUT] M10 Workshop: The Person/Improviser You Are with CONNOR RATLIFF
Celebrate Mettlesome's 10th Anniversary with a very special workshop with Connor Ratliff!
[SOLD OUT] Advanced Study: Musical Improv
TUESDAYS.
Learn how to perform a fully improvised musical comedy, making up scenes and songs on the spot with live accompaniment.
WORKSHOP: Form is Content
The way you format your sketch or screenplay can help get your idea across to your readers and collaborators.
[SOLD OUT] Sketch 201: The Writers' Room
MONDAYS
Continued exploration of writing sketch comedy. Learn additional common sketch structures, and workshop sketches weekly.
Improv 101: Intro to Improv [WEDNESDAYS]
WEDNESDAYS
Learn the basics of long-form improv.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene [WEDNESDAYS]
WEDNESDAYS.
Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 401: The Harold
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.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 301: Improv Longform [MONDAYS]
MONDAYS
Create characters and worlds that combine to form a unified 25-minute longform improv piece.
[SOLD OUT] Workshop: JTS Brown with Craig Cackowski
Learn the JTS Brown from legendary actor and improviser Craig Cackowski. This improv form emphasizes physical transformation, dream logic and unconditional team support.
[SOLD OUT] Expanding Your Range: A Character Workshop with Craig Cackowski
Participate in subtle to "over the top" character development exercises with legendary actor and improviser Craig Cackowski. You’ll never be accused of “always playing yourself” again.
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?
[SOLD OUT] WORKSHOP: Dynamic Object Work
In the world of improv, object work can make a scene more engaging to watch and can even help drive the Game.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 201: Game of the Scene [SATURDAYS]
SATURDAYS
Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.
Improv 201: Game of the Scene [THURSDAYS]
THURSDAYS
Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics and heightening the game of the scene.
[SOLD OUT] Advanced Study: Musical Improv
WEDNESDAYS
Learn how to perform a fully improvised musical comedy, making up scenes and songs on the spot with live accompaniment.
Improv 401: The Harold
WEDNESDAYS
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.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 301: Improv Longform
TUESDAYS
Create characters and worlds that combine to form a unified 25-minute longform improv piece.
[SOLD OUT] Improv 101: Intro to Improv [TUESDAYS]
TUESDAYS
Learn the basics of long-form improv.