Improv 101: Intro to Improv (Saturdays)

Learn the basics of long-form improv. Students will cover scenework principles like "yes-and" and active listening. Over this six-week period, we'll build the groundwork for comedic improvised scenes that'll jumpstart your love of improv.

Classes every Saturday, January 10th - February 14th from 10:00am - 12:30pm.The course will culminate in a student show on Saturday, February 21st.

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

CLASS REQUIREMENTS:

• Students are required to attend 2 improv shows at Mettlesome during the course (students get into shows for free)
• Students are allowed a maximum of 2 absences per course.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTE:If you have questions, need assistance, or require any accommodations, please email us at hello@thisismettlesome.com.

INSTRUCTOR:

Meredith Biechele has been a member of the Mettlesome community since 2022. She performs with House Party and is the co-captain and accompanist for the musical improv team, Broken Records. She has performed in multiple sketch shows at Mettlesome and produces Warp Speed: A 24 Hour Sketch Comedy Mission. In her free time you can find her working on stained glass projects, doing hot yoga, and exploring Durham (the best city in the world!).