Apr 29th
8am–4pm PDT
Learn the art of crafting compelling stories and creating engaging characters in San Francisco's screenwriting classes, where participants can gain practical skills in script development and storytelling techniques.
Unfortunately, no classes in-person in San Francisco have spots left, but 13 classes live online are available.
Script School @ Online Classroom
Transform your movie or TV idea into a fully structured and captivating story with the guidance of experienced screenwriters at Script School's exclusive Story Development course. Gain valuable insights on theme selection, character development, and storyline design, equipping you with the essential tools to bring your story to life through a treatment and eventually a screenplay.
Apr 29th
8am–4pm PDT
Apr 30th
8am–4pm PDT
May 1st
8am–4pm PDT
May 2nd
8am–4pm PDT
May 3rd
8am–4pm PDT
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Master the art of screenwriting with this immersive workshop. Dive into the world of movies, learning the fundamentals of dramatic writing, crafting compelling characters, and developing captivating plotlines. Whether you dream of Hollywood glamour or indie grit, this course will equip you with the skills to bring your stories to life on the silver screen.
Jun 4th
12am–11:45pm EDT
Meets 2 Times
Take your movie script to the next level with veteran screenwriter Chris Reed. In this workshop, you'll learn advanced techniques and tried-and-true solutions to overcome your script challenges. Craft your protagonist's inner conflict and story surprises while getting personalized guidance to move closer to a finished draft.
May 7th
6–9pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
Jun 18th
6–9pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
Sep 10th
6–9pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
Oct 29th
6–9pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
The Barrow Group Acting School @ Live Online
Learn the fundamentals of screenwriting and how to bring your ideas to life on the big screen with The Barrow Group Acting School's course. Explore screenplay structure, character development, and dialogue through engaging weekly assignments, readings, and viewings. Develop your own original short screenplay with guidance from industry professionals during this ten-week course.
May 5th
10am–1pm EDT
Meets 9 Times
Unleash the power of your words and transform them into captivating scripts that resonate with your audience. Explore the art of scriptwriting with expert guidance and hands-on exercises.
May 15th
12am–11:45pm EDT
Meets 2 Times
Discover screenwriting and forever change the way you approach your craft. Award-winning screenwriter Jacob Krueger will guide you through a transformative four-week workshop that teaches you how to grow your script from the initial idea to the movie of your dreams. Join a supportive community of fellow writers as you learn to integrate your artistic goals into your real-world life.
Jun 11th
7–10pm EDT
Meets 4 Times
Sep 3rd
7–10pm EDT
Meets 4 Times
Nov 12th
7–10pm EDT
Meets 4 Times
Learn from veteran screenwriter Chris Reed and turn your movie ideas into a killer script. Discover the secrets of story structure, character development, and formatting in this online screenwriting class. Don't miss your chance to break into the industry and avoid rookie mistakes.
Apr 27th
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
Meets 4 Times
Jun 8th
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
Sep 14th
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
Unlock the transformative power of storytelling in the lively and immersive 90-Day Screenplay course at L.A. Writers' Lab. Discover a process that marries imagination with structure, allowing you to bring your unique perspective to life on the page. Join us for weekly live Zoom calls, craft lessons, and screening clips to ignite your creativity and master the art of storytelling.
Jun 13th
12–1:30pm PDT
Meets 14 Times
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.
Jun 3rd
6–9pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
Sep 16th
6–9pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
Nov 4th
6–9pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
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.
Jun 1st
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
Jul 27th
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
Sep 7th
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
Nov 2nd
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
The Barrow Group Acting School @ Live Online
In this 6-week class, students will continue to draft their solo show while focusing on performance, using The Barrow Group acting tools. The class culminates in a sharing of 5-10 minute excerpts of their pieces. Prerequisite: Students must have completed Solo Show I: Writing or the 10-Week Solo Show I class.
Jul 1st
6:30–9:30pm EDT
Meets 6 Times
Discover the craft of outlining your story in this immersive workshop at L.A. Writers' Lab. Unleash the wildness of your imagination while mastering the art of story structure. Through lectures, exercises, and film analysis, unlock your protagonist's transformation and build a compelling narrative.
Oct 16th
1–3pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
Unlock your creativity and learn the essentials of screenwriting for television and movies. Discover the art of plotting stories, developing compelling characters, and executing your work in the proper screenwriting format. Get insider tips on selling your script and building a successful career in screenwriting.
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