NEW WRITING CLASSES for 2008
‘Genius is an infinite capacity for taking pains.’
I run two writing classes at THE CAMDEN CENTRE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS. If you would like to join me in one of these classes in April, 2008, please e-mail me at: writingunderwater*at*tiscali.co.uk
1. SCRIPTWRITING
Have you got an idea for a radio or film script, but don’t know how to structure it? Do you want to learn how to create absorbing characters who speak with their own voice, not yours? Have you any idea what makes an effective scene? Do you know the effectiveness of silence? If you’d like to learn all you need to know about writing plays do join us on Monday evenings. Each week you will be given worksheets which will give you all the techniques you need to know to be able to write radio and film scripts.
We will read extracts from radio and film scripts to analyse how and why they work so that you can utilise this knowledge when you write your own scripts. Then your own extracts will be acted out by the class which is great fun. And finally, you will learn how to format correctly so that your script is taken seriously by the professionals.
MONDAY EVENINGS 7. 30 - 9. 30 PM at THE CAMDEN CENTRE, Market
Square, Tunbridge Wells. 01892 521 384
Starts 21st April
SHORT STORY WRITING
Story-telling is one of the most enduring traditions on this planet. Why? Because every one enjoys a fascinating story. But do you know how to write an interesting one? If you don’t, come along and learn how to focus your writing to create stories which intrigue, fascinate, amuse or perhaps, offer a new perspective on life. These classes will teach you all the techniques you need to know to create vivid characters, interesting plot-lines and a setting which your readers can see.
Each week you will be given worksheets which we discuss. These worksheets will give you not only knowledge, but many ideas from which to create your own stories. By the end of this course you will have written a number of short stories and have gained the confidence to discuss them within a very supportive group of people.
THURSDAY MORNINGS 10. 30 – 12.30 PM
Starts 24th April
Come and be inspired!
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