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The Business of Screenwriting—An Introductory Course on How to Break In

You’ve poured your blood, sweat, and tears into your screenplays, diligently crafting every scene, every word, every character’s story arc, everything! Now what are you going to do? That’s where The Business of Screenwriting course comes in. In this course you will learn:

  • The harsh realities of the screenwriting business
  • What you can expect when you do break into Hollywood
  • Should you move to LA or not?
  • Strategies for getting your work noticed and read by Hollywood and film industry executives
  • Other ways to get your work produced
  • And the all important art of pitching to Hollywood executives on night two
  • [Optionally] A public viewing on the third night of the relevant and insightful DVD documentary, Tales From The Script

This course is a concise tour of the entertainment industry maze that will give the participants a realistic overview of what they can expect when attempting to break into this next to impossible and grueling industry. However, for those lucky few with nerves of steel, the patience of a saint, and unflappable resolve, the rewards can be amazing!

This 3-week 3 night course begins Jan. 23rd from 7-9PM for the Dedham Evening Courses, the cost is $60. You won't get a greater treasure trove of hard-won info on this industry for a better cost.

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The course is taught by local author and screenwriter Nicholas Iandolo.

See the attached links for more details and how to register.

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