This motivational and inspirational course explores the craft of writing a script for film and television, and examines the art of writing South African stories.
Aspirant screenwriters who would like to write the script for the next Oscar-winning South African film can sharpen their storytelling skills by joining The Writing Studio's re-energised six-Saturday basic workshop for scriptwriters at the CFC's Film Resource Centre at the Waterfront Studios, starting on May 10.
Hosted at the CFC Film Resource Centre that is sponsored by Waterfront Studios, PGWC and the Dell Foundation, this motivational and inspiration course explores the craft of writing a script for film and television, and examines the art of writing South African stories that reflect the uniqueness of culture, history and personal experiences.
One of South Africa's prominent producers, Ross Garland (Confessions of a Gambler, U-Carmen-E Khaelitsha) will be a guest speaker.
It has never been a better time for emerging screenwriters to develop their storytelling craft with more than 10 local films released in South Africa the past year. Producer Garland will shed light on the industry and share their views on what it takes to be screenwriter in South Africa.
During the past eight years The Writing Studio, an independent training initiative, has done more than 250 writing workshops throughout South Africa. The trainer is local writer, playwright, movie journalist and Education, Training and Development Practitioner Daniel Dercksen, who has been teaching workshops in scriptwriting and creative writing throughout South Africa the past eight years, as well as a Masterclass for Screenwriters for 40 writers from Africa at the Sithengi Film and TV Market's Talent Campus.
The inspirational and motivational basic workshop for scriptwriters is ideal for anyone with an idea for a story. If there is something or someone you want to write about this is your opportunity to turn thoughts into words. Within six-weeks you will understand the principles of writing for a visual medium and what it takes to be screenwriter. Your idea (or novel) will be transformed into a concept that will be reworked into hardcopy, into 120 pages filled with action, description
The basic workshop for scriptwriters will empower aspirant writers to write the screenplay of their dreams, as well as write for television or the stage. It offers writers the opportunity to find out who they are as writers, what medium their talent is suitable for, and what it takes to be a writer.
The workshop focuses on writing an original screenplay, tools of the trade, knowing who to write for, writing effectively, exploring ideas, dramatising the idea, writing high concept and pitching ideas, how to adapt from one medium to another, and basic copyright. It looks at how to bring characters to life, writing character biographies, elements and visual dynamics of character, writing dialogue, the relationship between structure and character, how to structure the screenplay, designing scenes and sequences, formatting the script, and how to sell yourself as a writer.
It is also ideal for novelists and short story writers who would like to adapt their work into a visual medium.
One of the most important aspects of the workshops is to encourage local writers to find their voice as a writer and to write fresh, original stories that will reflect the uniqueness of their history, culture and experience.
The basic workshop for scriptwriters is about developing the write attitude and taking a step in the write direction to turn words into action.
Following the basic workshop for scriptwriters, those interested to write a screenplay and turn words into action, can sign up for the advanced workshop for scriptwriters to complete a draft of their screenplays.
Venue
Date: 10 May 2008 to 14 June 2008 Location: CFC Film Resource Centre, Waterfront Studios, Cape Town Cost: R950 with a discounted rate of R800 for students and scholars.
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