# Event Details - **Event Name**: Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn the basics of sketch comedy. Mondays.About this EventEver wondered what happens behind the scenes at Saturday Night Live? Even if you have no writing or comedy experience, you will be writing strong comedy sketches in no time!In Sketch 101, students will learn the basics of sketch comedy. Over the six week course, we'll explore the principles of sketch structure, scene dynamics and characterization, and learn a variety of sketch formats.Each week, students will get to put the lessons into practice with writing assignments, and will have the opportunity to give and receive feedback in an open writers' room workshop format.Classes every Monday, August 24th - October 5th from 7:00-9:30pm.No Class Labor Day 9/7The class showcase will be Saturday, October 10th (exact time TBD).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 hello@thisismettlesome.com.INSTRUCTOR:Tristan Yonce is a visual/performing artist, writer, and director with decades of experiences on stage. Tristan has had Sketch Comedy training at Second City, under Kids in the Hall’s Kevin McDonald, and has performed in many improv and sketch comedy festivals, from NYC SketchFest to SponCom in Atlanta. Tristan currently performs and writes in the Mettlesome Sketch house team. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/sketch-101-intro-to-comedy-writing/100001994751187499 - **Event Categories**: workshops, comedy, art, festivals, literary-art, performances, entertainment, kids - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes - Location: American Underground (@Market) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 178.64, max: 236.53, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Durham - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: American Underground (@Market) - **lat**: 35.9961135 - **long**: -78.9020364 - **full address**: American Underground (@Market), 212 West Main Street, Durham, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/2ee59660f86ad339f1375260b316bac2b223d43c5380121f20db552e13cf76c3-rimg-w1200-h1200-dceaecf0-gmir.jpg?v=1785000989 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing being held? - **A:** Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing takes place on Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 pm at American Underground (@Market), 212 West Main Street, Durham, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing? - **A:** Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing is organized by Mettlesome Lab. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Durham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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