Writing for the screen may be the most difficult form of creative writing. It demands all the skills of a poet, lyricist, novelist, and technical writer— not just to tell a story, but to draw the blueprint for a story experience!
Join local creative writer R. Lyon Bergh as (s)he leads students through Writing for the Screen. This 16 - week course is composed of two 8-week parts: Screenwriting 1 (Fundamentals) and Screenwriting 2 (Advanced Techniques). Class meets weekly, with Screen 1 starting next Thursday January 18th, 2024, 6-8pm and Screen 2 starting September 28th, 2023, 6- 8pm.
During this course, Lyon will cover the basic functions and formatting of screenwriting, before moving into the craft of creating visual stories that powerfully speak to three audiences at once: the investors that produce the idea, the cast & crew that bring it to life, and, ultimately, the public paying to experience the final product.
Attendees should anticipate 1 - 4 hours of homework between sessions. Access to screenwriting software REQUIRED and should be acquired prior to the start of class. Final Draft is the recommended software, but lower-cost or cloud-based products such as Celtx or Writer Duet will suffice. This class is designed to teach technique and understanding for writing a feature on your own.
Cost for this 16-week course is $625 ($500 for Alumni), a $125 savings, when paid in full prior to the start of class. Alternatively students may pay for either 8-week block (Screenwriting 1 or 2) separately for $375 each ($300 for alumni). Payment link and the registration form are found below. A $50 non-refundable registration fee, or payment in full, secures the registration.
Both Writing for the Screen and How to Plot courses are required for Writing the Final Project, where students will work on completing a screenplay. Students may sign-up for and attend both of these prerequisites at the same time if offered.
Join local creative writer R. Lyon Bergh as (s)he leads students through Writing for the Screen. This 16 - week course is composed of two 8-week parts: Screenwriting 1 (Fundamentals) and Screenwriting 2 (Advanced Techniques). Class meets weekly, with Screen 1 starting next Thursday January 18th, 2024, 6-8pm and Screen 2 starting September 28th, 2023, 6- 8pm.
During this course, Lyon will cover the basic functions and formatting of screenwriting, before moving into the craft of creating visual stories that powerfully speak to three audiences at once: the investors that produce the idea, the cast & crew that bring it to life, and, ultimately, the public paying to experience the final product.
Attendees should anticipate 1 - 4 hours of homework between sessions. Access to screenwriting software REQUIRED and should be acquired prior to the start of class. Final Draft is the recommended software, but lower-cost or cloud-based products such as Celtx or Writer Duet will suffice. This class is designed to teach technique and understanding for writing a feature on your own.
Cost for this 16-week course is $625 ($500 for Alumni), a $125 savings, when paid in full prior to the start of class. Alternatively students may pay for either 8-week block (Screenwriting 1 or 2) separately for $375 each ($300 for alumni). Payment link and the registration form are found below. A $50 non-refundable registration fee, or payment in full, secures the registration.
Both Writing for the Screen and How to Plot courses are required for Writing the Final Project, where students will work on completing a screenplay. Students may sign-up for and attend both of these prerequisites at the same time if offered.
