Improv 101: Intro to Improv [MONDAYS]

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 Monday, May 11th - June 22nd from 7:00-9:30pm.

No Class Memorial Day 5/25

The course will culminate in a student show on the afternoon of Saturday, June 27th.

Please read our and 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 [email protected].

INSTRUCTOR: Jess Bowers has been performing in the triangle improv scene for the last 14 years. At Mettlesome Theater he has been on house teams including House Party and The Setup. You can currently catch him in Show and Tell every other Saturday. He's also performed in festivals including Last Word, Del Close Marathon, and NC Comedy Arts Festival. Off stage, Jess is an improv team coach and 101 teacher. He's also a software engineer and father of 2, so he's pretty good at making things up as he goes!

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