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Screenwriting
Are you a writer with a great idea for a movie or TV show? Here’s your chance to turn it into a reality! In this class, participants will learn everything they need to know to write a screenplay. Over twelve weeks, artists will learn foundational screenwriting skills including story structure, character development, and formatting. Weekly classes will involve writing-based activities/prompts, as well as group discussions that include instruction, reflection, and sharing. Artists will be encouraged to find their unique creative voice and hone their storytelling skills.
This class is ideal for artists who enjoy reading and telling stories, artists who have an interest in creative writing, and those who like to work both individually and collaboratively.
By the end of the course, participants will have developed their own screenplay. Additionally, there is a possibility that your script could be produced as a film in 2024!
This class is open to mixed ability participants ages 16+
Dates:
Week 1 (September 13): Introductions,
Week 2 (September 20): Storytelling basics
Week 3 (September 27): Storytelling basics Part II
Week 4 (October 4): Story Development
Week 5 (October 11): Script Formatting
Week 6 (October 18): Character Development
Week 7 (October 25): Writing Dialogue
Week 8 (Nov 1): Action and scene setting
Week 9 (Nov 8): Research
Week 10 (Nov 15): Group critique
Week 11 (Nov 22): Working as a Writer – Industry talk
Week 12 (Nov 29): Final class, wrap up
TAUGHT BY: Katie Wackett
LOCATION: National accessArts Centre
Wednesdays | September 13 – November 29, 2023
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM MT
COST: $156 ($13/class)
About Katie Wackett
Katie Wackett is a multidisciplinary artist and film curator who currently works at the National accessArts Center developing film and media programming. Katie has facilitated several programs at the NaAC including Movie Club and a Super 8 Filmmaking workshop. Outside of the NaAC, Katie works at several film festivals and creates her own film and photo works. Her career has centered on fostering community around film and creating positive educational experiences. Katie hopes to improve the accessibility of filmmaking, and ultimately encourage artists to share their unique perspectives through film and video creation.