THE COMEDY WRITING MASTERCLASS

WEEKEND WORKSHOP

Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 August 2024

10.30 am to 5.00 pm

COMEDY IS A CRAFT.

Explore, practice and polish the skills you need to write successful comedy for any format or medium.

WORKSHOP CONTENT:

What makes a character funny?

The secrets of classic comedy characters.

How to write comedy dialogue.

The keys to punchy sketch writing.

How to plot a comedy - structure and story.

Why sitcom is special, and how to write it.

Romcom, dramedy, caper - know your genre.

AND MORE.

This 2-day (non-residential) workshop

in a delightful Brighton arts venue is suitable for writers of any level who want to develop their comedy writing skills.

TUTOR

 PAUL BASSETT DAVIES is an acclaimed writer, producer and broadcaster. He's worked with some of the biggest names in British comedy and his own work has been extensively produced. He's the author of novels and a story collection.

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Elevate your scriptwriting skills with industry professionals.

3 x Weekend Workshops in Brighton

​July/August 2024 

WORKSHOP #1

​THE TV WRITERS' ROOM EXPERIENCE

July 27 & 28 

Join a group of aspiring creative screenwriters in a simulated TV writers' room, run by writer/show-runner Anji Loman Field.

WORKSHOP #2

THE COMEDY WRITING MASTERCLASS

August 10 & 11

Unlock the secrets of successful comedy with acclaimed writer and producer Paul Bassett Davies and learn how to make your material funny in any format or medium.

WORKSHOP # 3

​CREATE YOUR OWN TV DRAMA SERIES

August 17 & 18

Get personalised feedback, guidance and support in the planning and development of your own TV drama project from writer/show-runner Anji Loman Field.

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SPECIAL OFFER!!

GREAT SAVINGS IF YOU BOOK ALL THREE WORKSHOPS TOGETHER

Feedback is the lifeblood of all great writing.

In written reports and one-to-one meetings, our Script Doctors are here to give you feedback on your idea, treatment or script.