Screenwriting Courses

Screenwriting Workshop: Ann Arbor

Posted by on Saturday, November 28, 2009, In : Beginners

from www.annarbor.com : November 27 2009

Harvey Ovshinsky offers screenwriting workshop

Award-winning filmmaker and storyteller Harvey Ovshinsky leads a six-session workshop called "How to Complete Your First Movie Script in Six Months" in Ann Arbor, starting in January.

This support group for aspiring/frustrated screenwriters will meet once a month, beginning January 4, at the Jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor.

The workshop costs $325; to register, call 734-971-0990. (For more infor...

Psychological Tools for Writers

Posted by on Monday, September 14, 2009, In : Psychological Tools for Writers

Breakthrough to Screenwriting Success
Saturday October 10th 10.30am to 5.30pm

Tutor: Charles Harris

Many talented writers battle with their own minds - from procrastination to fear of failure - and find it difficult to know how to focus their abilities and achieve their goals.

This exciting new one-day workshop will give you effective psychological tools to deal with the mental side of writing, equipping you to concentrate your energy on the most important and enjoyable sides of being a cre...

Screenwriting Workshops in Miami

Posted by on Friday, August 14, 2009, In : Beginners

Thanks for this heads up to @UnkScreenwriter on Twitter

Local Screenwriting Workshops Starting Up Again

By P. Scott Cunningham in the "Miami New Times" : Culture

Friday, Aug. 14 2009 @ 8:30A

You could sign up for an L.A. or NYC screenwriting class (L.A. writing lab, Robert McKee, mediabistro, etc.) with an online component, but there's no substitute for face-to-face instruction. That's why you should check out the Miami Film Workshops, run by Harriette Yahr, with support from the Miami Ligh...

Grand Rapids : Autumn Screenwriting Class

Posted by on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, In : Beginners

GRCC offers screenwriting class

As part of its continuing education program, Grand Rapids Community College is presenting a script and screenwriting class 6-9 p.m. Thursdays from Sept. 24 to Dec. 3 in the Wisner Bottrall Applied Technology Center. Cost is $480. To register, call 234-3400 or go to : Grand Rapids Community College

Free Screenwriting Seminar

Posted by on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, In : Structure

Who :

Chris Soth, Produced Screenwriter, USC MFA, WGA Member

When :

Monday, June 15th - click on link below for times and free mp3

Learn the Method Chris used to sell his screenplay for $750,000

YOU'RE INVITED TO A COMPLIMENTARY TELESEMINAR CONFERENCE CALL

Learn a new method of story design that is four times better, easier and more helpful than the three-act structure. Movies are shot on reels and each one tells its own part of the story -- like a chapter in a novel. Together they add up to the ...
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Principles Behind Good Stories

Posted by on Thursday, May 28, 2009, In : Stories

Tunbridge Wells Workshop: The Principles Behind All Good Stories
Saturday 13th June

In researching his book 'The Principles That Lie Beneath All Good Stories' UK author and scriptwriter David Baboulene had in-depth conversations on story theory with industry insiders and writers who have succeeded, including:

Bob Gale (Scriptwriter: Back to the Future and 34 other film credits)

Lee Child (Novelist: sales of over 15 million novels in 43 countries and 29 languages)

Mark Williams (Actor: sta...

Words and Images

Posted by Julie Stewart on Monday, April 27, 2009, In : Words and Images

Kamal Haasan, in association with the Indian Institute of Technology- Madras (IIT-M) will present a first-of-its-kind international workshop and seminar on screenwriting in the IIT campus in Chennai from May 29 to June 3, 2009.

The workshop will feature some of the best screenwriters and filmmakers from around the world. One of the writers who have confirmed participation is Jean Claude Carriere who will do a video conference. Kamal Haasan himself will join the discussions and don the role ...

Beyond Structure

Posted by Julie Stewart on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, In : Structure

Beyond Structure with David Freeman in association with Raindance

Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April 2009

Beyond Structure is the most popular screenwriting workshop in Los Angeles, and this is David's only UK appearance this year.

The 200 powerful techniques taught in Beyond Structure will advance the experienced screenwriter, fiction writer, or development exec to the next level and shave years off a beginner's learning curve. The use of film clips, together with hands-on, in-class writing...

Got Lost in Act II ?

Posted by Julie Stewart on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, In : Structure

Didn't win that screenplay contest?
Are you having trouble finishing your screenplay?
Does the Second Act of your screenplay need help?

Intensive Seminar Program : "You Lost it in the Second Act!" can help. For 8-weeks work closely with a professional and published screenwriter! This seminar will help you get your script in top shape!

Deadline Approaching (April 15th!)
Enrollment is Limited, only 2 spots left!!!

ISP is designed to offer maximum exposure for your screenplay. It's n...

Cannes First Timers' Workshop

Posted by Julie Stewart on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, In : Cannes 2009

Last call for Cannes First Timers' Workshop - Euroscript

Tuesday April 21st 2009, 7.00 to 9.30pm : Tutor: Charles Harris

If you're going to Cannes, or just thinking about it, this evening is a must. Get the inside story on how to prepare, who to see and how to make the best use of your time. You'll also establish a network of friendly faces for when you're there.

Overview
The Cannes Film Festival and Market is a crucial place for any writer, director or producer who wants to develop their ...