Writing Classes with Thomas Edward West

PLAYWRITING with Thomas Edward West

Five Wednesdays beginning May 18th through June 15th; 6:30 pm till 9:00 pm

Cost: $35.00 per single class or $150.00 for entire course.

Learn the basics of writing a play, including: turning an idea into a play; characterization; plot and conflict; formatting, stage directions and settings; dialogue; and collaboration with directors and actors. Each week members are encouraged and invited to present work in progress. Classes will also include analysis of a classic play.

WRITING MUSICALS with Thomas Edward West
Five Fridays beginning May 20th through June 17th; 6:30 pm till 9:00 pm
Cost: $35.00 per single class or $150.00 for entire course.
Learn the basics of writing a musical, including: turning an idea into a musical: original or adaptation; structuring book, music and lyrics; songwriting structure; dialogue, lyrics and characterization; and collaboration with directors, choreographers, actors and musicians. Each week members are encouraged and invited to present work in progress. Classes will also include analysis of a classic musical.

Open to all ages and levels of experience, beginners to professionals.