Creative WritingCreative WritingA Picture is Worth A Thousand Words - writing short stories inspired by art - 29096 (Tuesday 6 - 8pmDescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. If a picture is worth a thousand words, what might those thousand words be? Could you write a 1,000-word piece of flash fiction inspired by an artwork? This six-week course will provide participants with visual prompts to craft short stories. Number of Meetings 6 Course Leader Phil Olsen 29096/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £100/£concession £50 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
An Introduction to Reading & Writing Poetry - 29093 (Wednesday 6 - 8pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. Are you a secret poet? Do you want to improve your writing and start to share your work with other people? Or would you like to write poetry but are unsure of where or how to start? If so, this course is for you. Number of Meetings 10 Course Leader Dr Pauline Rowe CRN 29093/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £165/£concession £85 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
Poetry Workshop - 29094 (Wednesday 11am - 1pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. TBC Number of Meetings 10 Course Leader Dr Pauline Rowe CRN 29094/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £165/£concession £85 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
Advanced Screenwriting and Story Solutions with Adam Simpson - 29099 (Wednesday 6 - 8pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. No screenwriter has ever been told their work is perfect without needing changes. Rewriting is essential and can be highly rewarding. In rewriting courses, each student faces unique challenges. Writers often cling to their words, but accepting feedback can elevate their work and growth as screenwriters. The ability to rewrite distinguishes professional screenwriters from amateurs. In the course "Advanced Screenwriting and Story Solutions," award-winning writer Adam Simpson delves into the nuances of rewriting and offers a condensed approach to screenwriting. Number of Meetings 8 Course Leader Adam Simpson 29099/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £135£concession £70 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
Introduction to Creative Writing - 29092 (Monday 7 - 9pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. Where do I start? How do I start? What if I try but I’m no good at it? Answer these questions and overcome your fears with this course designed for brand-new writers and those with little experience. Number of Meetings 10 Course Leader Dr Emma Morgan 29092/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £165£concession £85 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
Scriptwriting for TV and Film with Adam Simpson - 29098 (Monday 6 - 8pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. Conflict, action, relationships, killer lines. They all begin at the writer’s desk. You’ll be introduced to the concepts behind screenwriting by a professional working screenwriter, exploring key principles as they’re expressed in a range of TV and film scripts, including Adam’s own broadcast work. Number of Meetings 10 Course Leader Adam Simpson 29098/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £165£concession £85 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
Storytelling Fundamentals: From Planning to the Page - 29095 (Wednesday 7 - 9pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. Whether you're a new writer eager to pen your first story or a seasoned wordsmith honing your craft, this short course offers valuable insights and practical techniques to bring your ideas to life on the page. Each session blends theory with hands-on exercises, allowing participants to explore key concepts and apply them in creative ways. Number of Meetings 10 Course Leader Dr Em Segar 29095/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £165/concession £85 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
Graphic Novels: Thinking Inside the Box(es) - 29097 (Saturday 10am - 3pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. This one-day Saturday workshop will explore some of the storytelling techniques used in satirical cartoon strips and critically acclaimed graphic novels. Led by short story writer, Phil Olsen, and illustrator/designer, Chris Rodenhurst, participants will be shown examples of successful visual narratives as well as being given the opportunity to draw some panels of their own. Number of Meetings 1 Course Leader Phil Olsen & Chris Rodenhurst 29097/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £55 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
One Day Introduction to Screenwriting with Adam Simpson - 29100 (Saturday 10am - 4pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. Spend a day learning the craft of screenwriting with Adam Simpson, a working professional who writes for primetime TV drama. This one-day intensive introduces you to the essential tools of the trade, offering a fast-paced, inspiring and practical guide to writing for film and television. Whether you're a complete beginner, a curious creative, or an emerging writer looking to sharpen your skills, this session is designed to get you thinking like a screenwriter from the very first minute. Number of Meetings 1 Course Leader Adam Simpson 29100/CREA000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £60 Click this link for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information - Fee bands
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