Improv 201: Game of the Scene

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 27 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 pm UTC-04:00

Mettlesome at Golden Belt | Durham

Mettlesome Lab
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Improv 201: Game of the Scene
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Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Mondays.
About this Event

Learn the core concepts of longform comedic improv. Students will cover scene-work mechanics like editing, tag-outs and heightening in the context of game of the scene. Over this seven-week period, we'll build the groundwork for comedic moves that will elevate your scenes.


Classes every Monday March 16th - April 27th from 7:00-9:30pm. The course will culminate in a student show on the afternoon Sunday, May 3rd (exact time to be determined).
Please read our and before signing up for a class or workshop.
PREREQUISITES: Students are required to have taken Improv 201: Game of the Scene. If you have any questions about this policy, you may contact us here.


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:
Mira McMahon (she/her) started in improv with her college short form team, Bad Grammer. Since moving to Durham, she has performed with Mettlesome’s improvised play, The Setup, the Harold Night team Thanks for The Invite, and has also coached a Secret Society team.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Mettlesome at Golden Belt, 800 Taylor St, Durham, United States

Tickets

USD 210.00

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