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Intro to Writing for TV
Second City
This course teaches the fundamentals of writing for television, including story structure, dialogue, and how to pitch ideas. It includes lectures, exercises, and assignments, allowing flexibility with weekly deadlines.
Website: https://www.secondcity.com/classes/
Categories: Fiction and Screenplay
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
$225.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 month (approx. 3 to 5 hours per week)
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Writing 1
Second City
This course focuses on scenic comedy writing, teaching students to write comedic scenes for Second City-style revues, utilizing improv for dialogue and character generation, and includes solo and collaborative exercises.
Website: https://www.secondcity.com/classes/
Categories: Comedy, Playwriting, and Screenplay
Start date:
August, 2024
Price:
$440.00
Based in New York
Level: Beginner
Length:
6 weeks, with classes of 3 hours each.
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Comedy Writing 101
The Writing Salon
In this course, students learn comedic structure, including character and situation development, setup and payoff techniques, and the effectiveness of the 'rule of three.' It includes both team and individual writing exercises.
Website: https://www.writingsalons.com/
Categories: Fiction, Comedy, Screenplay, and Book
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
$165.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
2 sessions, each lasting 3 hours (total of 6 hours).
Class size: 14
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
In this course, learn the neuroscience of laughter, unlock your unique humor, apply comedy techniques, and engage in virtual team-building exercises to foster a joyful workplace.
Website: https://www.edx.org/
Categories: Comedy, Adult, Book, Fiction, Memoir, and Nonfiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$240.00
Online course
Level: Any
Length:
2 months, 3 skill-building courses, 1-2 hours per week
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Writing Fantasy Stories
City Lit
This course covers tropes of fantasy, world-building, characterisation, structure, and language to create innovative stories. It's designed for beginners with some writing experience.
Website: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/
Categories: Fantasy, Book, and Fiction
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
£249.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
11 sessions over 11 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Crafting Short Stories
Writing NSW
This course, led by Dr. Gretchen Shirm, focuses on the intricacies of short story writing, discussing narrative structures and techniques from renowned authors. Participants will engage in workshops, learning to refine their voice and understand effective story endings.
Website: https://writingnsw.org.au/whats-on/courses/
Categories: Fiction and Short Story
Start date:
November, 2024
Price:
$210.00
Based in Sydney
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 day (6 hours)
Class size: 20 seats max
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
The Rules of Writing Romance
Writing NSW
In this writing workshop, participants will learn romance subgenres, market trends, and how to structure and break traditional romance rules to create inclusive stories. The course includes discussions and planning for participants' romance novels.
Website: https://writingnsw.org.au/
Categories: Fiction, Book, and Short Story
Start date:
August, 2024
Price:
$210.00
Based in Sydney
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 day, 6 hours (10am - 4pm)
Class size: 20
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
This course focuses on creating engaging beginnings for stories, emphasizing the importance of the opening sentence, paragraphs, and chapters. It includes critical reading of various genres and writing exercises.
Website: https://writingnsw.org.au/whats-on/courses/
Categories: Fiction, Short Story, and Book
Start date:
November, 2024
Price:
$210.00
Based in Sydney
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 day (6 hours)
Class size: 17
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Writing Poetry
Curtis Brown Creative
In this course, explore various poetic forms and styles, gain feedback on your work, and develop a personal poetic voice.
Website: https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/
Categories: Poetry
Start date:
October, 2024
Price:
£250.00
Online course
Level: Any
Length:
8 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Writing Short Stories
Curtis Brown Creative
This course focuses on crafting compelling short stories, with expert guidance and feedback from industry professionals.
Website: https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/
Categories: Short Story
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
£220.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
6 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Memoir Writing Course
The University of Sydney
This course guides participants in writing their memoirs through selecting subjects, structuring content, and the nuances of emotional truth vs factual truth. It includes practical writing exercises and critiques to help improve storytelling.
Website: https://cce.sydney.edu.au/
Categories: Memoir and Nonfiction
Start date:
November, 2024
Price:
$240.00
Based in Sydney
Level: Any
Length:
1 session, 6 hours total
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
A four-part seminar focusing on gastronomic memoir writing, exploring personal stories through food, utilizing sensory details to inspire narratives, and includes short prompts and longer assignments.
Website: https://www.atlasobscura.com/
Categories: Book, Nonfiction, and Memoir
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
$225.00
Online course
Level: Intermediate
Length:
4 sessions, each lasting 1.5 hours.
Class size: 30
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
