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Comedy Writing
Step by Step
The legendary humorist Will Rogers said, “I
don’t make jokes. I just watch the government
and report the facts.” Writing comedy is not
quite that easy; but it’s not all that difficult
either. Not if you know how. This course will
show you the way.
Comedy writing can be a fun hobby, a parttime
income, or a high-paying career. This
class is geared for all levels of comedy writers
including beginners who would like to give it
a try.
Using a “step by step” plan that has
helped many to become productive television
comedy writers, the students will learn to start
with the blank page and produce one-liners,
stand-up routines, sketches, sitcom scripts,
greeting cards, cartoon captions and all sort of
entertaining humor. Learn to fund the “funny”
in any situation. The classes will consist of
lectures and hands-on writing assignments.
Instructor: Gene Perret worked as a television comedy writer and producer for over 30 years. He earned 3 Emmys for his work on The Carol Burnett Show, and was head-writer for Bob Hope and Phyllis Diller. He has also published 40 books; his latest is Write Your Book Now! More about Gene Perret. Also see Ventura County Star article on a recent course.
10 Tuesdays, 9:30 – 11:30am
Feb 19 - April 30, 2013
(no class March 26)
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 7
Cost: $135 plus optional $16 book fee to
the instructor
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Memoir Writing |
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You have a story to tell and a family
waiting to read it. Open up your memories
and those moments that define you in this
four session class. Through research, writing
and reading you’ll begin the journey to your
memoir. Bring a notebook and pen.
Instructor: Kateri Alexander, PhD, has credits
as a newspaper, magazine and cookbook
editor and associate producer for a local
NPR Morning Edition, and as a college
writing instructor. She teaches writing and
journaling workshops through her business,
Small Retreats. Her journaling blog is:
http://smallretreats.blogspot.com/
4 Thursdays, 9:00 – 11:00am
Feb 21 – March 14, 2013
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 7
Cost: $75 plus $15 material fee to instructor
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The Writer's Compass
How does a writer tell the story and capture
an audience’s heart? To tell a story effectively,
writers must first sort through the ideas,
organize them, whip them into shape, and
turn them into great writing. During this two week
workshop we will help you do just that!
The class will cover writing tools such as
story mapping, the 7 stages to more effective
writing, how to develop the middle of your
story, story problems, and writing tips.
Option: Bring up to 5 pages of your writing
(double spaced) to the first class for instructor
review.
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Instructor: Nancy Ellen Dodd is a professional
writer and the author of The Writer’s Compass:
From Story Map to Finished Draft in 7
Stages. For more information, see
http://thewriterscompass.com
2 Saturdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm
April 6 and 13, 2013
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 18
Cost: $65 plus $20 book fee to instructor
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| Screenwriting Secrets Revealed! |
Ever wondered how to get that idea out of your
head onto the page? How TV writers manage
to produce good stories so quickly? Learn the
secrets of foundational structure, character
dynamics, and obligatory scenes. Whether
you are a rank beginner or a seasoned writer,
this course will help you understand visual
storytelling in a whole new way and take your
writing to a professional level
Instructor: A writer-producer, Paula Young-Libby, is an award-winning novelist and screenwriter. Her produced credits include
work-for-hire rewrites as well as optioned
original works. She attended the exclusive
UCLA Graduate Producer’s program and
was one of nine finalists (out of 4,000 entries)
in the prestigious Nicholl Fellowships in
Screenwriting.
10 Tuesdays, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Feb 19 - May 7, 2013
(no class March 5 and 26)
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room i
(the letter "eye")
Cost: $135 plus $20 material fee to
instructor
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Creative Writing Workshop
Learn to use a variety of techniques to find your voice. The class offers exercises in creative expression, improvisation, visualization, and spontaneous writing. Story structure,
character and grammar are topics that will be covered also. Journal writing, class assignments, and at-home writing projects launch you on a journey of discovery. No previous experience required. Students may write essays, short stories, a novel, a play, stand-up comedy or a one person show. The most fascinating stories can often come from daily life. Bring pen and paper to class.
Instructor: Kathleen Galloway Rogan is a writer, standup comedienne and creator of one-person shows.
8 Thursdays, 7:00 – 9:00pm
May 16 – July 11
(no class July 4)
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 3
Cost: $125 plus $15 material fee to instructor
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Write a TV Pilot in 10 Weeks |
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Go from inception through logline, outline,
beat sheets and finally a properly formatted
script in just 10 weeks. This workshop will
teach you to write a one-hour dramatic
television pilot. Instructor is a 30 year veteran
of the television business who will guide you
through the process.
Instructor: Robert Bielak received his MFA in Film and Television Production from UCLA, where he has also taught screen writing.
10 Wednesdays, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Feb 20 – May 1, 2013
(no class March 27)
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 5A
Cost: $135 plus $10 material fee to
instructor
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Writing Your Own Life
Whether you want to explore your own
life or write your memoir, it all begins with
thoughtfulness and this workshop takes you
there. This is your time to concentrate on
you. Find out who’s guiding your life –you,
the media, friends or old wives’ tales. Be
guided from just chronological musings to the
beginnings of a creative memoir or journal.
Awaken your senses; awaken your memories
and creativity through pictures, photos, music
and writing. Bring a pen and a journal to class.
Instructor: Kateri Alexander, PhD, has credits
as a newspaper, magazine and cookbook
editor and associate producer for a local
NPR Morning Edition, and as a college
writing instructor. She teaches writing and
journaling workshops through her business,
Small Retreats. Her journaling blog is:
http://smallretreats.blogspot.com/
Saturday, March 9, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm
Conejo Valley Adult School,
Room i (letter i, not number 1)
Cost: $45 plus $15 material fee to instructor
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Refund/Credit Policy for General / Community Enrichment classes: • All requests must be forwarded to the Community Enrichment Coordinators. • Refunds will be made only for classes canceled by the Adult School. • Credits may be given in emergency situations only. • Credit will be held in our school database for 6 months. • There is a $10 processing fee deducted from credit amount.
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