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Advanced Screenwriting

Polish your previous work while polishing your skills. If you have a previous piece of work that needs improvement or you want to start with a new piece and fine tune your skills, this is the class for you. Each student will move through this class based on their individual… Read More

Horror, Fantasy, and Science Fiction – The Screenplay

You will create a horror, science fiction or fantasy short screenplay. Along the way you will learn the foundational principles of each genre and how to write an effective screenplay with compelling characters, who live in believable worlds that will capture the audience’s attention. (This course is cross-listed with WRI… Read More

Horror, Fantasy, and Science Fiction – The Screenplay

You will create a horror, science fiction or fantasy short screenplay. Along the way you will learn the foundational principles of each genre and how to write an effective screenplay with compelling characters, who live in believable worlds that will capture the audience’s attention. (This course is cross-listed with WRI… Read More

Screenwriting: Adaptation

Working from pre-existing intellectual properties including books songs, plays and games, you’ll craft outlines, character biographies, and beat sheets. (This course is cross-listed with WRI 325.)

Characters & Backstory

Characters are the heart of every story. You’ll acquire the skills to develop compelling three-dimensional characters and to create strong, believable backstories.