25 classes with availability
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.
Feb 20th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Meets 5 Times
May 15th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Meets 5 Times
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.
Feb 8th
6–9pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Jul 19th
6–9pm PT
Meets 5 Times
TV 3 with Mike Ellis
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Refine your TV pilot script with expert guidance focused on strengthening story, dialogue, and action. Learn to weave thematic elements into your work and perfect your opening scene. With targeted feedback and techniques for transforming your draft, you will be on your way to a standout pilot that advances your career.
Feb 9th
5:30–8:30pm PT
Meets 8 Times
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.
Jan 30th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
May 8th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
TV Structure for Pilot Writing with Sylvia Batey Alcalá
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Master the essential framework behind compelling TV pilots and learn how to shape ideas into structured, series-ready stories. Explore key elements like act breaks, character arcs, and narrative twists through guided exercises and expert insight. Strengthen your storytelling with a clear, cohesive spine that sustains momentum from start to finish. Ideal for writers aiming to develop confident, industry-ready scripts.
Jan 9th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Feb 6th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Mar 6th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
May 1st
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Jun 5th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
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Sketch Level I: Intro to Sketch
The Miles Stroth Workshop See all classes by this school
This workshop is geared toward all levels of experience. Hundreds have participated in Eric’s Workshop, ranging from people who have never written a scene in their lives, to well-known comedians, professional screenwriters, and TV Producers. It’s geared toward beginners and the experienced. If you’ve taken sketch writing before, you’ll discover new ways to make it easier, even more fun, all while increasing your productivity.
Playwriting I (Online)
The Barrow Group Acting School See all classes by this school @ Live Online
Ignite your creativity and keep the ideas flowing in a supportive writing workshop. Through hands-on exercises and collaborative discussions, explore themes, structure, and character while honing your craft. Whether developing a full play or refining scenes, this environment empowers you to bring your vision to life with fresh techniques and tools.
Playwriting I: 10-Week Workshop (Zoom)
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school @ Zoom Conference
Unleash your inner playwright and learn the secrets of crafting captivating scripts that come alive on stage. Join our ten-week workshop and discover the art of theatrical storytelling, from dramatic writing techniques to marketing your work. Don't miss your chance to write plays that leave audiences laughing, gasping, and in tears.
Playwriting Intensive I (Online)
The Barrow Group Acting School See all classes by this school @ Live Online
Dive into the heart of storytelling by exploring why you write, not just how. Uncover the themes and stories that resonate most deeply with you, and experiment with forms that best bring them to life. In a supportive creative community, craft plays that reflect your unique voice and vision, creating work only you can tell.
Meditative Writing
Meditative Writing See all classes by this school
Tap into your deepest creativity and unleash your unique voice with Meditative Writing. Develop techniques to overcome resistance, conquer self-doubt, and create evocative stories that speak to universal truths. Join us and discover a new path to artistic expression.
How to Write the Play That Only You Can Write
The Barrow Group Acting School See all classes by this school @ Live Online
Finding Your True Subject: How to Write the Play That Only You Can Write As audiences, we have all sat though plays wondering why the playwright has chosen this particular subject to write about. As playwrights, we have all struggled to approach a subject that we want to write about but can’t find our way into. Finding Your True Subject provides the tools to unlock these subjects, striving to help each writer discover what you (and only you)...
Solo Show I: Writing (Online)
The Barrow Group Acting School See all classes by this school @ Live Online
Embark on a transformative journey of self-expression in our immersive solo show writing class. From initial concepts to polished drafts, students will receive expert guidance in crafting their unique narratives. Whether you're refining existing material or starting from scratch, join us and bring your solo show to life with passion and purpose.
How to Write for Musical Theater
The Songwriting School of Los Angeles See all classes by this school @ Live Online
Unlock your creative potential and learn the art of writing for musical theater with this comprehensive course at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles. From developing a concept to bringing it to life on stage, film, and television, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to create your own original musical. Explore the history, structure, and character development of musical theater while honing your songwriting abilities in this transformative ten-meeting class.
Fundamentals of Playwriting
Primary Stages ESPA See all classes by this school
Embark on a transformative five-week journey with Kara Lee Corthron as she guides you through the essential tools and techniques of playwriting. Discover the power of structure, character, and dialogue while honing your craft and unleashing your inner playwright. Get ready to embark on your first scriptwriting adventure!
7 Act Structure
Jacob Krueger Studio See all classes by this school
Discover a fresh approach to screenwriting that places character-driven storytelling at the heart of your script. This workshop breaks down the structure of iconic films and shows you how to organically shape your own screenplay. Move past formulaic constraints, push through creative blocks, and craft compelling narratives that ring with authenticity and depth.
Your First 10 Pages
Jacob Krueger Studio See all classes by this school
Hollywood readers usually decide inside the first 10 pages whether a script is worth their time. Make yours stick by setting a compelling voice, shaping dynamic characters, and writing sharp, lively dialogue. Discover how to turn your opening into a microcosm of the full story while signaling the promise of your premise. Lay the groundwork for a screenplay that hooks readers from page one.
Fundamentals of Screenwriting
Meditative Writing See all classes by this school
Join us for an 8 week dive into the new fundamentals of screenwriting. No paint-by-numbers approach here. We will learn and practice an approach to visual story telling inspired by the psychology of creativity and storytelling for the screen. Get your questions answered and develop an approach to screenwriting that works for you! Week 1: Discovering Your Storytelling Voice Introduction to Meditative Writing and the philosophy behind the course...
Script Development
Studio Arts See all classes by this school @ Virtual Learning
There is no point in a great idea sitting in your head… or on your computer. There are so many opportunities for you to make your own films, publish your own books and produce your own plays there are no excuses why you cannot and should not. This class helps show you how to take your “brilliant idea” and, in one week, lay the groundwork for turning it into a viable project. Whether it is the great American novel or the indie film, it is time...
Introduction to Playwriting
Irish Arts Center See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom
This class will be held online. Whether you’re interested in full-length plays, musicals, short plays, or other forms, all dramatic writing employs essential ideas and techniques to bring out the drama in any narrative. Explore theatricality and the craft of dramatic writing, and walk away with a self-identified set of skills you can use to craft dynamic stories for the world to experience.
Harry Potter Movie Writing Club
Script School See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Join an online video session with other students and learn how to write a story using your favorite Harry Potter characters and locations! You get to create whichever story you want to tell, however way you want to tell it! We'll discuss opening scenes, character, story structure, technique and conclusion, so you'll be armed to take your project to the next level and continue writing once the session ends. The course will develop student's English...