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: star of the Harry Potter films; 101 Dalmations; Stardust; Shakespeare in Love; The Fast Show)

Willy Russell (Playwright: Educating Rita; Shirley Valentine; Blood Brothers)

David Baboulene himself is a published author, has production deals for three films (two in Hollywood and one in the UK) and is undertaking a PHD in story theory. He has combined all this expertise to create the most immensely valuable day for aspiring writers, scriptwriters, actors, producers - anyone who wants to know what gives a story a beating heart.

What will be covered :

What is a Story? Why do Stories Exist?  : A definition of story. Why and how stories resonate with the human mind. So you have a story idea - what do you do next? How do you go from brilliant idea to brilliant fully-fledged story?

Story Structure : What is structure? What creative elements generate structure? Why is knowledge of structure of practical value to a writer?

Conflict and Antagonism : Why conflict is the lifeblood of story. Where to find and how to use conflict and antagonism.

Plot and Character :Plot is character and character is plot - understand this and see your stories explode into 3D.

Subtext : Seven types of subtext and the critical importance of subtext in generating stories that grip.

The Writer's Day : How do successful writers organise themselves and their work? From story idea to completed final draft - effective story design and development processes and creative disciplines that work.

The Writer's Toolbox : You know something is wrong in your story, but you can't put your finger on it. Tools and techniques for story analysis and problem resolution.

The Salesman's Hat : Understanding the commercial battle that must be won. How to package your material, present yourself professionally, avoid rejection and gain respect from the people who could change your life.

When, Where and How Much :

WHEN: Saturday 13th June Workshop: 9.30am to 5pm

WHERE: Tunbridge Wells, Kent, UK

PRICES PER SESSION:
£85 (concessions £75) TUTOR: David Baboulene

For further information visit www.baboulene.com and click on 'Seminars'.
Euroscript is committed to providing sustained and on- going training for writers, directors and script developers at all levels of experience. 
 
Contact Information
e-mail: david.baboulene@euroscript.co.uk