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Learn the art of crafting compelling narratives and creating dynamic characters in online playwriting classes, where you can explore various techniques and gain insight into the world of theater from the comfort of your home.

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TV Drama II

Writing Pad

Learn how to turn your killer TV Pilot beat sheet into a compelling script with the help of successful writing partners from The Handmaid's Tale. Craft amazing outlines, write scenes that pack a punch, and gain the confidence to finish your pilot with flair in this eight-week Online TV Draft Writing Workshop. Prerequisites do apply.

(59) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$1,140

10 sessions

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Pilot II: Finishing the Script

The New York Screenwriter's Lab

In this workshop, you will complete and/or refine your script. You will also receive feedback on your work EVERY week from the instructor AND the entire group. You will get the high level of personal attention that comes with small class size. You will be surrounded by a group of motivated peers. You will learn how to deal with the challenges that can present themselves at this stage of the writing process such as: Manipulating the pace &...

(5) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Screenwriting III: On-Going

The Barrow Group Acting School @ Live Online

This class is a continuation of II in which students continue to develop their feature scripts. Along with the weekly feedback session, students will also be given weekly reading and writing assignments. Prerequisites: Students must have completed Screenwriting II.

(66) Advanced 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$425

8 sessions

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Film Screenplay Intensive

The New York Screenwriter's Lab @ Virtual Classroom

This course will equip you with the knowledge, tools and techniques you'll need to write a feature length screenplay. Over the course of the workshop, we will explore: How to design captivating, multi-dimensional characters and avoid cliche How to apply the elements of dramatic structure to best bring out the essence of your unique story. How to create strong narrative and emotional drives in your script, and the difference between the two. The...

(5) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$175

2 sessions

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Short Form Screenwriting

Primary Stages ESPA

Screenwriting is a specialized craft with its own set of dramatic writing principles. Film allows writers to tell stories in an infinite range of styles, from special effects-charged blockbusters to the intimate indie projects. In this 6-week class with screenwriter and playwright Melisa Annis, you will apply the concepts of character development, visual storytelling, theme, plot, and dialogue to your own original short film script. This class...

(11) All levels 18 and older
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TV Comedy Pitching

Writing Pad

You’ve worked hard to hone that super-fly pilot premise with hysterical characters, a compelling world, and an amazing pilot episode. So what’s next? A pitch meeting with a network exec, perhaps? Enter Natalie Gergely, Director of Development for Abominable Pictures and Former Manager of Development at Comedy Central and Nathan Varni, Director of Current Programming at Disney-ABC Television Group. In this three week Online comedy pitching class,...

(59) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Television Writing

Primary Stages ESPA

Writing for television has the potential to be not only artistically satisfying, but lucrative as well—just ask Aaron Sorkin from "The Newsroom," Zakiyyah Alexander from "Grey's Anatomy,"or Joshua Allen from "Empire.". This class is your opportunity to learn the structure and language of television writing so you can work to join the ranks of these distinguished playwrights-turned-television writers. This class might be for you if you: Are a...

(11) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$460

7 sessions

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Screenwriting II: An Advanced Screenwriting Workshop

Writing Pad

Learn from veteran screenwriter Chris Reed and take your screenplay to the next level in this 5-week online workshop. Discover the secrets to creating emotionally compelling stories, engaging characters, and snappy dialogue. By the end, you'll have a much more complete understanding of what makes a great script great.

(59) Advanced 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$480

5 sessions

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TV Dramedy 101

Writing Pad

Unlock the secrets of writing captivating TV Dramedies like "Ted Lasso" and "Succession" with this one-day online workshop. Learn how to strike the perfect balance between humor and heart, create memorable characters, and develop compelling storylines. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this class will equip you with the tools to craft your own irresistible dramatic comedies.

(59) Beginner 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$115
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Teen Screenwriting I (Ages 14-18)

The Barrow Group Acting School @ Virtual Classroom

The filmmaking process, whether for film, television, or online content, begins with writing a screenplay. In this online class, students will be introduced to the fundamental elements of screenwriting, including story structure, screenplay format, character creation, dialogue, and action writing. Through writing exercises, storytelling games and collaborative workshops, students will develop original ideas and complete one or more original short...

(66) Beginner 14 - 18 years old
No upcoming schedules
$275

6 sessions

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TV 101: TV Writing Fundamentals Seminar

Writing Pad

Do you want to write for television, but don’t know where to start? Not to worry. Veteran TV writer Steven Peros will provide the foundation you need to begin your journey into the world of writing for the small screen. Steven has sold four pilots (to MTV and NBC-Universal, among others), and wrote for one of AMC’s first scripted series, (which won an Emmy!). In this one-day Online TV Writing Fundamentals Seminar, he’ll go over the types of...

(59) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules

Screenwriting 101

Writing Pad

Learn the essential foundations of screenwriting in this online seminar. Gain insight into successful movie structure, character development, and generating impactful ideas. Start your journey into the world of screenwriting with this expert-led course.

(59) Beginner 16 and older
No upcoming schedules

TV /Film Workshop

Meditative Writing @ Virtual Classroom

Want to workshop your entire TV pilot? Want to workshop half of your feature screenplay? Interested to find out how readers will experience your work? Each week we will  workshop an entire pilot/pitch bible or half a screenplay.  Each writer will get feedback on their script and will learn tools demonstrated in other writers' works.  You will leave with a solid plan for rewriting or polishing your script.  ...

(5) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$479

6 sessions

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Writing TV

On the Page

A “learn by doing” class that takes you step-by-step through the TV pitching and writing process, moving you from idea to pages in four weeks. Three classes will be taught by Pilar Alessandra and will focus on creating and developing your series and pilot. One class will be taught by Carole Kirschner and will focus on selling, staffing and getting representation. Class 1: Series Overview / World and Characters Class 2: Pilot...

(5) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$275

4 sessions

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TV Writer’s Room Workshop

Writing Pad

Ever fantasized about working in a Hollywood studio writer’s room or wondered what it would be like to craft the next big HBO series with your fellow scribes? Or maybe you’ve just gotten that first staffing gig and want to set yourself up for success. In this one-day Online TV Writer’s Room Workshop, you’ll learn about room hierarchy and etiquette, how showrunners work, the creative games staff writers play & how they squeeze the best...

(59) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$225
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My Safe & Easy Writing

Actors Comedy Studio

In this comprehensive course, Gunnar will walk you through the steps of creating a series that highlights your comedic voice. He will also ensure your pilot is suitably structured for network and streaming broadcast. Multi-camera shows are not written the same as single-camera shows. Gunnar is one of the few writing coaches in Hollywood who can explain the difference and help guide you in both formats. New writers and experienced writers will benefit...

(2) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules

TV and Screenwriting Representation

Writing Pad

Do you have that killer pilot or movie script that’s dying to be sold but you have no idea how to get it to the right person? The best way to get a manager is to know one. Enter Chad Snopek, manager of Mark Friedman (Executive Producer, Fox’s “Wayward Pines”) and producer, to take you through the process of finding literary representation. In this Online TV and Screenwriter Representation workshop, Chad will give you an overview of the...

(59) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$225
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TV & Screenwriting Alchemy

Meditative Writing

Master the craft without losing the art. Learn how to turn any pages into a great script. In this workshop, we focus on you: your mind, your story, and your goals. Through this approach, we aim to turn the average into the extraordinary. By focusing on the way you approach the page, you will build a set of tools that can be applied to every script you ever write.   Every week you will discover and practice new tools for building story...

(5) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$379

4 sessions

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TV: Character Driven Stories

Writing Pad

You’ve got a story, outline or 1 pager for a TV Show or feature. You know your characters in and out, but now you have to write compelling, dramatic, hilarious, true scenes! In this one-day Online Bringing TV Characters To Life workshop “Transparent” and “I Love Dick” Consulting Producer Brett Paesel, helps you break down your script into 5 essential movements, a unique form of structure. In this capacity, she assists directors and writers...

(59) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$185

2 sessions

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TV Pilot Intensive

The New York Screenwriter's Lab @ Virtual Classroom

The NYSL 2-Part  TV Pilot Itensive will give you a comprehensive overview of the structure and elements that combine to create a successful TV show (comedy or drama).  Through lecture, exercises an discussion, the topics covered will include: The various structures used in TV. And which structure will best suit the need of your show. How to pack your show with enough conflict to generate multiple seasons worth of fresh-feeling...

(5) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$175

2 sessions

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