Half-Hour TV III

SCRIPT X 422.1

Learn how to write a TV script in this course that takes you from half-hour pilot idea to beat sheet and the teaser pages of your script.

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In Person
Live Online
Online
Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Turn an original comedy idea into a new series
  • Break stories with other writers like professionals do
  • Develop a compelling story with memorable characters
  • Write a full episode outline and 10 pages of your pilot

About this course:

Television executives and showrunners want to read original pilots that demonstrate your unique voice and comedic sensibilities. This workshop shows you how to take your original comedy idea and develop a strong story, rife with memorable characters and even funnier jokes. Breaking story in the style of a real writer's room, you develop a compelling story, brainstorm and support another's vision. By the end of course, you have strong act breaks, a full beat outline and a critique of the beginning pages of your original half-hour pilot script. 
Prerequisites
SCRIPT X 421.1 Half-Hour TV I and SCRIPT X 421.2 Half-Hour TV II; or SCRIPT X 421.1N Half-Hour TV Intensive I and SCRIPT X 421.2N Half-Hour TV Intensive II; or department approval.

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Monday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Canceled
See Details
Instructor: Chip Pope
399714
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes

No meetings November 11 & 25.

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 October 07, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) SAVE THE CAT!® WRITES FOR TV : THE LAST BOOK ON CREATING BINGE-WORTHY CONTENT YOU'LL EVER NEED by NASH, JAMIE
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Sep 23, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Sep 30, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Oct 7, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Oct 14, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Oct 21, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Oct 28, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Nov 4, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Nov 18, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Dec 2, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Mon Dec 9, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
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Tuesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Enrollment Closed
See Details
Instructor: Phil Kellard
399715
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meeting November 26.

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 October 15, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Tue Oct 1, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Oct 8, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Oct 15, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Oct 22, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Oct 29, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Nov 5, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Nov 12, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Nov 19, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Dec 3, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Dec 10, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Jessica Gonzalez
400979
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
Notes

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 25, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Jan 11, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Jan 18, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Jan 25, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Feb 1, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Feb 8, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Feb 15, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Feb 22, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Mar 1, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Mar 8, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Sat Mar 15, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Jim Staahl
400980
Fee:
$720.00
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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 live 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 22, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

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