Screenwriter's Lab: The New Method

SCRIPT X 463.3E

Learn the techniques of character-driven storytelling using theatrical methods in this workshop, focusing on the most in-demand skills for today's feature and TV writers.

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Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Learn tools to deepen characters and explain plot ideas
  • Find your unique voice as a writer to enhance your script writing
  • Learn to apply playwriting skills to the unique format of TV scripts
  • Watch actors perform your work to see your writing come to life

About this course:

Kemp Powers (playwright and screenwriter, One Night In Miami), Aaron Sorkin (The Trial of the Chicago 7 and The Social Network), and Sheila Callaghan (writer and producer, Shameless) are among countless television and film writers who got their start in the theatre and who continue to work in both disciplines. Agents and producers often read plays with the goal of finding a writer who excels at character-driven storytelling—which is at the heart of theatre. In this course, you learn tools to deepen your characters, expand on new plot ideas, and most importantly, find your unique voice as a writer. You first explore the fundamentals of play construction and writing techniques, writing frequently to master the art and craft of playwriting, culminating in a one-act play or one-act of a play. You then learn to apply your new-found skills to your own film or TV script.

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Leon Martell
399753
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meeting November 30.

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 19, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Sat Oct 5, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Oct 12, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Oct 19, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Oct 26, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Nov 2, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Nov 9, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Nov 16, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Nov 23, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Dec 7, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Dec 14, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM 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)
See Details
Instructor: Leon Martell
401111
Fee:
$720.00
Live Onlineformat icon
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 January 25, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Sat Jan 11, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Jan 18, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Jan 25, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Feb 1, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Feb 8, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Feb 15, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Feb 22, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Mar 1, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Mar 8, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Sat Mar 15, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning

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