Screenwriting I: An Introduction
X32.9620
/ $580
FALL 2008
Continuing Education:
Writing and Speech
Learn the basic elements of dramatic writing with emphasis on theme, dialogue, and characterization. Take part in exercises dealing with conflict, exposition, crisis, and climax. Assignments familiarize you with the use of these structural tools. The screenplay's format and special character are explored through exercises, lectures, and assignments. By the end of the course, you should be prepared to begin work on a full-length dramatic script.
This course is applicable toward:
Related Subject Areas: Screenwriting, Writing, Dramatic Writing
Course Materials
Section 1
Monday 6:20pm-8:40pm
September 22 - December 8
No Class 9/29 and 10/13.
10 Sessions
Instructor:
Terrence Ross
Location: Washington Square
Section 3
Wednesday 6:20pm-8:40pm
September 24 - December 10
No Class 10/8 and 11/26.
10 Sessions
Instructor:
Michael Zam
Location: Manhattan Village Acad 43 W22
Section 4
Thursday 6:40pm-9:00pm
September 25 - December 11
No Class 10/9 and 11/27.
10 Sessions
Instructor:
Marc Lieberman
Location: Norman Thomas Center, 111 E 33
