Screenwriting Classes
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Building a Strong Structure - Advanced Screenwriting Development Program (Private 2-Hour Session)
New York International Screenplay Awards See all classes by this school @ 1887 Broadway, New York, NY
Strengthen your script through solid structural foundations. This individual session addresses storytelling essentials, narrative progression, and pivotal story moments. Collect practical methods, finish focused assignments, and benefit from expert critique to enhance your work.
Oct 24th
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Oct 25th
8am–8pm ET
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Oct 31st
8am–8pm ET
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Nov 1st
8am–8pm ET
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Nov 7th
8am–8pm ET
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Sat. Oct 24th, 8am–8pm ET
(12 hours)
How to Write an Award-Winning Screenplay (Private 2-Hour Session)
New York International Screenplay Awards See all classes by this school @ 1887 Broadway, New York, NY
Discover what makes screenplays succeed at festivals in this one-on-one workshop with an entertainment professional. Analyze plot progression, technical presentation, and audience engagement; learn submission tactics for major contests. Receive customized notes and documentation of achievement.
Oct 24th
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Oct 25th
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Oct 31st
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Nov 1st
8am–8pm ET
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Nov 7th
8am–8pm ET
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Sat. Oct 24th, 8am–8pm ET
(12 hours)
Efficient Moving Dialogue Writing - Advanced Screenwriting Development Program (Private 2-Hour Session)
New York International Screenplay Awards See all classes by this school @ 1887 Broadway, New York, NY
Develop dynamic dialogue that showcases personality, moves narrative forward, and leaves an impression. This one-on-one session covers dialogue fundamentals including character voice, implicit meaning, and character growth. Receive professional coaching, tailored input, and completion verification.
Oct 24th
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Oct 25th
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Oct 31st
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Nov 1st
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Nov 7th
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Sat. Oct 24th, 8am–8pm ET
(12 hours)
Character Creation - Advanced Screenwriting Development Program (Private 2-Hour Session)
New York International Screenplay Awards See all classes by this school @ 1887 Broadway, New York, NY
Elevate your screenwriting by exploring character development in depth. Craft nuanced, authentic characters that propel the narrative, influence dialogue, and forge viewer connection. This personalized session features specialized instruction and a completion certificate.
Oct 24th
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Oct 25th
8am–8pm ET
$340
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Oct 31st
8am–8pm ET
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Nov 1st
8am–8pm ET
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Nov 7th
8am–8pm ET
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Sat. Oct 24th, 8am–8pm ET
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Screenwriting 101 with Chris Reed
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Ready to break into screenwriting? Veteran screenwriter Chris Reed, known for his work with Disney and the legendary "The Lion King," leads you through crafting memorable characters and shaping the structure of your film. This seminar lays the essential groundwork for turning your story ideas into actual scripts. Begin your screenwriting path with expert insights and build a strong foundation.
Sat. Jan 9th, 10:30am–1:30pm PT
(3 hours)
Screenplay Writing 101 (Private - 2 Hours)
Script School See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Develop a structured and compelling story in Script School’s story development course. Refine themes, build dimensional characters, and shape a clear narrative arc that can evolve into a professional treatment and screenplay.
Oct 22nd
8am–4pm PT
$125
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Oct 23rd
8am–4pm PT
$125
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Oct 26th
8am–4pm PT
$125
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Oct 27th
8am–4pm PT
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Oct 28th
8am–4pm PT
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Thu. Oct 22nd, 8am–4pm PT
(8 hours)
Screenwriting I: 10 Week Workshop (Online)
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school
Build the craft of screenwriting in this immersive workshop. Step into the world of movies, learning the fundamentals of dramatic writing, building compelling characters, and developing captivating plotlines. Whether you dream of Hollywood glamour or indie grit, the course equips you with the skills to bring your stories to life on the silver screen.
Nov 10th
12am–11:45pm ET
Meets 2 Times
$489
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Jan 12th
12am–11:45pm ET
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Feb 16th
12am–11:45pm ET
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Tue. Nov 10th, 12am–11:45pm ET
(47 hours & 30 minutes over 2 sessions)
Solo Show II: Performance (Online)
The Barrow Group Acting School See all classes by this school @ Live Online
Refine and elevate your solo performance with advanced techniques from The Barrow Group acting tools. This course builds on your written material, focusing on the nuances of performance and stage presence. Culminate your experience with a sharing of 5-10 minute excerpts, showcasing your developed solo work.
Nov 2nd
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 7 Times
$425
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Mon. Nov 2nd, 6:30–9:30pm ET
(21 hours over 7 sessions)
Screenwriting 1 with Chris Reed
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Discover the keys to crafting a standout script with veteran screenwriter Chris Reed. This online class walks through essential screenwriting abilities, from story structure and character development to formatting and scene writing. Pick up industry insight, sidestep common pitfalls, and shape your movie idea into a polished script ready for the next stage.
Oct 24th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Meets 5 Times
$515
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Jan 16th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
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$515
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Sat. Oct 24th, 10:30am–1:30pm PT
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
Screenwriting 101
Script School See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of screenwriting, from three-act structure and character development to scene construction and industry-standard formatting. Write new pages each week and workshop your work with a small group to build your storytelling skills and bring your screenplay ideas to life.
Nov 3rd
5–7pm PT
Meets 4 Times
$199
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Dec 1st
5–7pm PT
Meets 4 Times
$199
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Tue. Nov 3rd, 5–7pm PT
(8 hours over 4 sessions)
Screenwriting 3: Master Screenwriting Workshop with Chris Reed
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Lift your feature-length screenplay with expert guidance from a veteran screenwriter. The workshop helps you move past script challenges with custom lectures and advanced techniques tailored to your needs. By applying these methods, you'll advance your draft, refine your protagonist's journey, and grow your story's impact.
Dec 1st
6–9pm PT
Meets 5 Times
$560
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Tue. Dec 1st, 6–9pm PT
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
Screenwriting 2: Advanced Screenwriting Workshop with Chris Reed
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Take your screenwriting further with personal coaching from veteran screenwriter Chris Reed. Through engaging exercises and individualized assignments, you'll dig deeper into what makes a script genuinely strong. By the end, you'll have a clearer grasp of storytelling and meaningful progress on your own screenplay, whether you're working from an outline or a draft.
Dec 7th
6–9pm PT
Meets 5 Times
$515
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Mon. Dec 7th, 6–9pm PT
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
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Screenwriting I: 10-Week Workshop
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school @ 555 8th Ave, New York, NY
Master the art of screenwriting and bring your stories to life on the big screen. Learn the fundamentals of cinematic storytelling and how to create compelling characters and plotlines in this immersive workshop at Gotham Writers Workshop. Unleash your creativity and craft a screenplay that will captivate audiences with its emotional depth and visual splendor.
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Meditative Writing
Jacob Krueger Studio See all classes by this school @ 247 W 35th St, New York, NY
The goal of meditative writing is to return you to that time, when finding your voice as a writer was as easy as being yourself, and raw creativity flowed as effortlessly as inspiration. You’ll learn to banish writer’s block forever, find inspiration in an instant, and discover the heart of your story and your characters, by tapping into your own voice as a writer, and your deepest creative instincts. Each session begins with a short guided...
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Playwriting: Big Stories in Short Forms
Irish Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 150 W 46th St, New York, NY
From Farquhar to Beckett, to Behan and Friel, Ireland has produced many of the world's major dramatists. Playwright, Jeffrey James Keyes, takes over our playwriting class for the winter.
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10 Week Evening Screenwriting
International Film Institute of New York See all classes by this school @ 440 Lafayette St, New York, NY
Screenplays demand a specific structure. In this seminar students will begin with an idea and during the first five sessions build a coherent treatment of the events and major emotional arcs of the film's three acts. In the final five sessions students will begin and complete the first act and an outline of their feature length screenplay. Topics to be discussed will include: Cinematic Storytelling: The Foundation of Filmmaking Good Stories...
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The Outline and the Beat Sheet
Jacob Krueger Studio See all classes by this school @ 247 W 35th St, New York, NY
Everybody knows an outline can be a vital tool for developing the structure of a screenplay, and a necessary requirement when working with producers and directors. But how do you outline a screenplay without losing touch with your instincts, or following the same old tired formulas? In this workshop with award winning screenwriter Joe Gilford, you’ll learn a new approach to outlining that begins with character and grows organically from...
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Craft: A 4-Week Screenwriting Intensive
Jacob Krueger Studio See all classes by this school @ 247 W 35th St, New York, NY
What is the fastest most efficient way to master something? Repetition. Repetition. Repetition. In this class you will be focusing strictly on Craft. By stepping away from your story and your characters we get the opportunity to really dig in and morph your craft into the most effective tools in your arsenal. Before they ever step out onto the field, pitchers train. A pitcher will throw curveball after curveball after curve ball until...
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Meditative Screenwriting
Meditative Writing See all classes by this school @ 39 W 29th St, New York, NY
Workshop your script, get immediate feedback crafted specifically to your voice and your needs. Discover how to use meditation, neuroscience, and psychology to write more powerful and evocative scripts. Get clear working definitions of the craft elements that will subconsciously lead to stronger storytelling with great structure. Learn how to give, receive, and ask for feedback that actually helps you! (check your ego at the door.) Limited to...
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The Nuts and Bolts of Screenwriting
Imeldaoreilly See all classes by this school @ 134 W 29th St, New York, NY
This workshop is ideal for actors, writers or anyone who wants to start or continue to develop their writing techniques. The Material covered will include choosing the right idea for the format, how to take a cliché idea and make it original and obtain tools and formulae to help you develop the craft of screenwriting. How can you showcase yourself in the industry without a great calling card? Ignite your imagination and creativity and become...
All levels
18 and older
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Reviews for Screenwriting Classes in NYC
Screenwriting Classes in NYC are rated 4.8 stars based on 32 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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Filmmaking Essentials: Screenwriting
Elisabeth was great and fun to work with. -
How to Write an Award-Winning Screenplay (Private 2-Hour Session)
Emine Durson is magic. She is so on point and detail oriented and talented. I am extremely grateful for the 2 hours she made her gifts available to me. -
Screenwriting I: 10-Week Workshop
Jeremy is a great teacher! -
Writing for Stage and Screen
I couldn't have taken a better workshop with a better group of writers. Trying a new genre or anything new comes with challenges. (That's my case!) Our leader and the group of writers with varying interests and levels of professionalism are insightful, encouraging and a lot of fun! The exercises and takeaways will serve me in other forms of writing. I prefer the insider tips and guidance to the academic approach. If you learn by doing, this is for you. These few weeks went by too quickly. I'm signing up again! -
How to Write an Award-Winning Screenplay (Private 2-Hour Session)
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Write Your Screenplay Level 2
This professor is a very cool guy who knows his craft and obviously enjoys his work. He gave me confidence to pursue my passion even further! -
Write Your Screenplay Level 2
The teacher was very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions, he helped guide the logical side of my process. -
Write Your Screenplay Level 2
A tour de force. Super fast on his feet, super generous, enthusiastic. Great stuff. -
Screenwriting I: 10-Week Workshop
I loved this class! The instructor was very knowledgeable, and created an environment that was easy to learn and ask questions in. As a first-timer, I feel like I learned what I needed in order to advance to the next level. Highly recommend! -
Documentary Films Level 1: One Day Intensive
Great class! Instructor was fantastic and I learned a lot. -
Meditative Writing
Loved this class so much. A massively mind expanding experience. Recommended for writers at all levels.
