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Creative Writing

  • All levels
  • 18 and older
  • $190
  • 244 W 54th St, New York, NY
  • 12 hours over 6 sessions

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  • $190
  • Shetler Studios @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019
  • 12 hours over 6 sessions
  • 12th floor
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this creative writing class:

They say everyone has a story and this new writing class with Irish novelist Yvonne Cassidy will help you tell yours. Over the course of eight weeks, Yvonne will work with you to develop your story while you discover the fundamental tools of the craft of creative writing. Whether you want to write fiction, memoir, or about the lives of your Irish ancestors, this class will provide a fun and supportive environment to get pen to paper and write that story you’ve always wanted! This class is open for all descents.

Refund Policy

In order to receive a refund or credit, you must submit a refund/credit request in writing to [email protected].

Refunds and credits will be issued along the following guidelines:

  • Point of sale until 2 business days before first class = full refund minus a $30 processing fee, or full credit to be used within one (1) year of request.
  • 2 business days before the first class until the second class meeting = 50% refund, or full credit to be used within one (1) year of request.
  • After second class = one (1) full credit to be used within one (1) year of request. No refunds at this time.
  • After third class = no refunds or credits.

Please allow three to four weeks for processing of your refund request. Processing fees are not refundable. No cash refunds.

We are not responsible for providing makeup classes or issuing refunds for programs missed as a result of illness, emergencies or other events beyond our control.

There are no refunds for workshops unless request is received 11 business days before the event date. Unused classes cannot be refunded, rescheduled or credited to another term.


In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Irish Arts Center (51)

(4.5-star rating across 51 reviews)
  • Creative Writing

    Anonymous review on 3/13/2019
    Yvonne is great, and really helped me stay motivated with my writing!
  • Creative Writing

    Anonymous review on 3/7/2019
    Yvonne is a great writer instructor! I learned a lot and really enjoyed the course!
  • Creative Writing

    Anonymous review on 9/18/2017
    Loved this cozy, hands-on class. The instructor, Yvonne, is knowledgeable and encouraging and provided useful frameworks for thinking about dialogue, conflict, plot and more. The students, many of whom were part of her prior class, were also a pleasure to write with and listen to!
  • Creative Writing

    Reviewed by Alyssa A. on 11/24/2016
    It was very constructive.
  • Creative Writing

    Reviewed by Madeleine G. on 11/17/2016
    A terrific teacher and a wonderful class of students. I had not been in a writing class for several decades. Yvonne really knows how to teach the craft. I will continue studying with Yvonne.
  • Creative Writing

    Reviewed by Magdalene R. on 3/5/2020
  • Creative Writing

    Reviewed by Lisa G. on 12/4/2015
  • Creative Writing

    Reviewed by David S. on 12/3/2015
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students who have taken classes with Yvonne at Creative Writing have had positive experiences and learned a lot. Yvonne is described as a great instructor who is knowledgeable, encouraging, and helpful when it comes to staying motivated in writing. The class is said to be cozy and hands-on, with Yvonne providing useful frameworks for thinking about elements such as dialogue, conflict, and plot. The students in the class are also praised for being a pleasure to write with and listen to. One student mentions that it was a constructive experience, while another highlights Yvonne's skill as a teacher and plans to continue studying with her. Quotes: - "The instructor, Yvonne, is knowledgeable and encouraging and provided useful frameworks for thinking about dialogue, conflict, plot, and more." - "Yvonne really knows how to teach the craft." - "I will continue studying with Yvonne."

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Question from Karen F.
Hi, I'm interested in taking the 6 sessions Creative Writing class at the Irish Arts Center which begins January 29. I do not have writing experience nor have I taken a writing class. However, I am very interested in writing. Can you please let me know if this class would be appropriate? Thank you!
Answer from Rebecca K. Verified Student
I think it would be. It is a very supportive environment. You learn a lot from your classmates. Experience isn't a prerequisite. I think you should go for it - it was and is a great class!
Answer from Karen F.
Thank you so much for the information, Rebecca. Good to hear it's a supportive environment and will definitely register. Appreciate it! Karen
Answer from Brenda L. CourseHorse StaffCourseHorse Staff
The Creative Writing class is definitely appropriate for beginners and those without previous writing experience. Thank you.
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Founded in 1972, Irish Arts Center is a New York-based arts and cultural center dedicated to projecting a dynamic image of Ireland and Irish America for the 21st century, building community with audiences of all backgrounds, and preserving the stories and traditions of Irish culture for generations...

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