So you are thinking of writing a script!

This course is perfect for absolute beginners and those who are looking to explore a new genre for their writing.

Your tutor Barry Smith is a recent graduate of Leeds Northern Film School's MA in script-writing and writes comedy shorts and features, thrillers and horror for television and the big screen. His current project "All You Need Is..." will be adapted for theatre with its debut planned for a stage in Leeds in 2027.

This is a 6-week course - you can pick and choose which sessions you would like to attend or book the full course. 

Week 1 - Understanding the screen writing format

Week 2 - Character development

Week 3 - Structure

Week 4 - Writing Dialogue

Week 5 - Exploring Genre & where your project belongs

Week 6 - Pitch Development

Left Bank is a beautiful Grade II* Listed former Church Building with a licensed bar and cafe. There is accessible parking on site, please contact the team if you need to book one of these spaces at hello@leftbankleeds.org.uk

Please note: Tickets are non-refundable.

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