Mettlesome
Theatrical Productions
Why pick this one
Mettlesome offers longform improv and sketch comedy classes from introductory through advanced levels, plus regular live performances and scholarships.
Best for
- beginners seeking introductory improv or sketch comedy classes
- improvisers pursuing advanced longform training through Improv 301 or Improv 401
- students seeking free admission to eligible Mettlesome-produced shows
- aspiring comedians needing financial assistance through a full-class scholarship
- improvisers seeking coached rehearsals and stage time through Secret Society
Look elsewhere if
- a production requires non-comedy theatrical programming
- a participant is under 16 years old
- a student needs to audit a class before enrolling
- a prospective student needs a class that is not scheduled during the listed registration periods
Specialties
- longform comedic improv
- sketch comedy
- physical-theatre clowning
- improv workshops and classes
- improv and sketch comedy performances
What makes them different
- Offers structured Improv 101 through Improv 401 coursework, including The Harold
- Provides scholarships covering one full class for eligible applicants
- Allows Mettlesome Lab students to attend Mettlesome-produced improv and sketch shows for free when shows are not sold out
- Runs Secret Society teams with coaching, rehearsal space, promotion, and management
- Hosts low-cost comedy performances with listed ticket prices of $7 to $9 and free events
Distilled from this business's own website.
Contact & Location
- Address
- 800 Taylor St Ste 9-156, Durham, NC 27701-4893
- Website
- https://www.thisismettlesome.com
- hellomettlesome@gmail.com
Services
- theatrical performances
- comedy classes
- comedy workshops
- improv team coaching and rehearsal programs
- scholarship-supported comedy education