Develop an industry-standard treatment for your original TV, film, or stage drama. New Writing North's professional development course is based on the techniques BAFTA-winning storyteller John Yorke developed to train new writing talent on the BBC Writers’ Academy scheme.
Over four months you’ll sharpen your screenwriting skills, network with like-minded writers, and develop an industry-standard treatment for your original TV, film or stage drama.
There’s a balance of theory – the five-act structure ideas set out in John Yorke’s acclaimed book, Into The Woods – with highly practical exercises based on films and TV drama everyone knows, from Jaws and The Godfather through to classic continuing drama like EastEnders.
You will master the essential building blocks every successful story needs, and uncover the blueprint underlying all archetypal stories.
You’ll work in a small group of dedicated screenwriters with an expert tutor who will answer your questions, feedback on your assignments, and provide detailed notes on your treatment at the end of the course.
Dates: 12 March - 25 June 2025
Location: Online
Price: £900 (Bursary places for North of Tyne residents: £300)
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