Half-Hour TV II

SCRIPT X 421.2

Go from outline to the first draft script of a half-hour series, mirroring the professional TV writer's room environment.

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In-Person
Remote
Online
Hybrid (In-Person)
Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Refine a script story idea
  • Write the first script draft
  • Master the three-act comedy structure
  • Map career building strategies

About this course:

This workshop guides you to write a solid draft spec script from your half-hour comedy outline and move as far ahead as you can in polishing it. You begin by reworking your outline to simplify your story, nail down the essence of your characters, focus and tighten scenes, create mood and pacing and punch up dialogue from the blueprint you've created. You then move to the writing and polishing stage. On the business side, you deepen your knowledge of the current comedy series marketplace and map out basic career building strategies. Students must bring a complete outline to the first class. All student projects must focus on current shows; no pilots. 
Prerequisites
SCRIPT X 421.1 Half-Hour TV I, or SCRIPT X 421.1N Half-Hour TV Intensive I, or department approval.

Winter 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
See Details
Instructor: Juliette Monaco
395460
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Jan 16, 2024
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 30, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jan 16, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Jan 23, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Jan 30, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 6, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 13, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 20, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 27, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Mar 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Mar 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Mar 19, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Available
See Details
Instructor: Jim Staahl
395461
Fee:
$720.00
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ENROLL BY: Jan 10, 2024
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
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Monday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
See Details
Instructor: Chip Pope
395455
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
ENROLL BY: Jan 8, 2024
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Notes

No meetings Jan. 15 and Feb. 19.

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 22, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Jan 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Jan 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Jan 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Feb 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Feb 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Feb 26, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Mar 4, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Mar 11, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Mar 18, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Mon Mar 25, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Spring 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens February 05, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Mike Dow
396664
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Apr 10, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed Apr 17, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed Apr 24, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed May 1, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed May 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed May 15, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed May 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed May 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed Jun 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed Jun 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens February 05, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Andrew Osborne
396665
Fee:
$720.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
-
Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens February 05, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
396611
Fee:
$720.00
Hybrid (In-Person)format icon
Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood , Remote Classroom
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This a hybrid (In-Person) format course which combines in-person instruction with semi-regular, required live meetings held on Zoom. Please see the course syllabus for specifics. Students must be present at course meeting times as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 24, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Apr 10, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Wed Apr 17, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Wed Apr 24, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed May 1, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed May 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Wed May 15, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Wed May 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed May 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Wed Jun 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Wed Jun 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center

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