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A Writer’s Toolkit: Plot and Structure w Wayne Gregory | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Online
January 19, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
$219 – $248It has to come to life! Bit by bit, putting it together Piece by piece, only way to make a work of art — Stephen Sondheim
This class is about helping the emerging writer take her pile of random chapters, character sketches, fragments, scenes, ramblings, and moments of literary brilliance, into something of a coherent and emotionally resonant story. During this class we will explore how a writer can look within their narrative to identify the key scenes, to understand the most critical trajectory for the character(s) from beginning to end, and to build the necessary narrative to connect those key scenes and move the journey of the characters forward. Finally, each student will develop their own revision practice and understand better what their story is revealing it wants to say and what needs to be omitted. Students will take what they learn, work on projects outside of class, then bring back examples of what they have discovered in their revision work to share with the class. | Maximum 15 students
Zoom link provided prior to start of workshop.
Teacher: Wayne GregoryTime: Thursdays, Jan 19 – Feb 16, 6 – 8pm (Pacific Time), 5 weeksLocation: Online via ZoomTotal Fee: Discounted Early Registration is due seven (7) days prior to the start of the workshop. | Discounted Early Registration: $219 (cash/check); $233 (Paypal). | Tuition Registration: $234 (cash/check); $248 (PayPal).