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Design Thinking Bootcamp
The Design Gym See all classes by this school @ 30 John St, Brooklyn, NY
Design Thinking is a creative problem solving method and mindset. It’s human-centered, iterative, and collaborative. By using empathetic research techniques, creative brainstorming skills, and rapid prototyping techniques, Design Thinking leads to more interesting and effective ideas. It’s also pretty fun! In this Bootcamp, you will learn: A common language for using the five-phase Design Thinking process Tools that you can apply immediately...
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$425
Creating Your Comedy Podcast
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Ready to turn your podcast vision into reality? This hands-on class will guide you through every stage of creating a standout show, from brainstorming and recording to editing and marketing. Gain the skills and confidence needed to craft a polished, professional podcast and grow your audience with expert strategies.
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Writing for Late Night
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 130 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Sharpen your comedic voice and craft a standout writing packet for late-night TV. This workshop helps you develop jokes across formats like monologues, sketches, and games while refining tone and efficiency. Learn what makes a submission stand out and align your style with the show you’re targeting. Gain insider insights and leave with a polished packet ready for the industry.
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Documentary Research and Writing: Finding the Story
Made in NY Media Center by IFP See all classes by this school @ 30 John St, Brooklyn, NY
Documentaries often tell stories that unfold in real time, and filmmakers must expect twists and turns along the way. By the time you get to the editing stage, it’s too late to figure out what your story is. This one-day workshop will guide you through the process of developing your story and honing your character arcs, from the research process through to the edit. The aim of this course is to help you navigate the many decisions that go into...
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$125
Wild Mind, Open Heart: Writing from the Source
Input Lofts (formerly WECREATE) See all classes by this school @ 576 9th St, Brooklyn, NY
This class will be held at the beautiful New Leaf Yoga Studio in Park Slope, Brooklyn. In this workshop, we'll explore writing as an art form that often lies in contradiction: structure and no structure, movement and stillness, wildness and tameness. Utilizing yoga, heart opening exercises, African dance and movement we will tap into the depths of our creativity. You will leave the workshop with a range of practical tools, a broader perspective...
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$119
Crash Course in Creative Brief Writing
Miami Ad School PRO See all classes by this school @ 10 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY
In this half day account planning workshop, you'll explore the strategic processes and techniques employed by the world's best creative agencies to get closer to consumers and write razor sharp briefs. Great creative work begins with a killer brief. It's not easy to develop creative briefs filled with insight, consumer understanding, and inspiration for your team. It takes time, hard work, and passion. Luckily, there's a process to unlocking this...
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$250
Fiction and Short Story Writing
Alaa Al Aswany Creative Writing Workshop See all classes by this school @ 159 17th St, New York, NY
Learn the art of writing from a master at his craft Through the magic of imagination, fiction takes us deep inside worlds and into the lives of characters. This workshop course teaches students to recognize the qualities that make for spellbinding fiction, including the natural rhythm and tone, mapping the structure, and shaping the content. The short story exemplifies a unique genre of writing. This workshop teaches the essential short story...
All levels
18 and older
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Intensive Creative Writing Weekend
Alaa Al Aswany Creative Writing Workshop See all classes by this school @ 159 20th St, Brooklyn, NY & Virtually Online
Unlock your creative potential and become a master storyteller in this immersive workshop. Learn the secrets of captivating fiction, from crafting compelling characters to creating vivid settings. Join us for a weekend of intensive training in the art of exceptional storytelling.
All levels
18 and older
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Web Series Writing and Development: The Essentials
Made in NY Media Center by IFP See all classes by this school @ 30 John St, Brooklyn, NY
Want to create a web series but don’t know where to start? This class is for you. At this day-long workshop, learn the essentials of how to write and develop a web series on your own, and also get insight on how to create a series with a network. This course is taught by Sarah Salovaara, writer and director of the Gotham Award nominated series Let Me Die a Nun. Come in ready to learn about the writing process, independent production (how do...
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Writing Treehouse of Horrors w/ Dan McGrath (The Simpsons, SNL)
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 130 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Step into the writers’ room and channel your inner mischief-maker as you craft wild, Halloween-inspired tales through the voices of iconic characters. Explore how structure, tone, and chaos collide to create unforgettable comedy. Let your imagination run amok—where spooky meets hilarious and anything can happen.
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Storytelling 101
CLASS & CO See all classes by this school @ 260 Ainslie St, Brooklyn, NY
Are you working on stand up, public speaking or have a solo show idea percolating in your brain? Do you want to inject more vulnerability into your comedy? Are you like me and have had a ton of truly ridiculous dating experiences!? In this writing/performance workshop, you’ll sharpen your skills with writing exercises designed to mine memories, improvisational exercises to define your voice, and personal notes to flesh out your material. By the...
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Intro to Storytelling Workshop
CLASS & CO See all classes by this school @ 260 Ainslie St, Brooklyn, NY
Are you working on stand up, public speaking or have a solo show idea you’ve been thinking about? Do you want to inject more vulnerability into your comedy? Are you like me and have had a ton of truly ridiculous dating experiences!?* Well, you’ve clicked on the right link! In this writing/performance workshop, you’ll sharpen your skills with writing exercises designed to mine memories, improvisational exercises to define your voice, and personal...
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$30
Short Story Writing
Alaa Al Aswany Creative Writing Workshop See all classes by this school @ 159 17th St, New York, NY
The short story exemplifies a unique genre of writing. This course teaches the essential short story elements: sketching a story, creating a great opening, devising structure and plot twists, incorporating tension, implementing flashback and viewpoint, and mastering the art of dialogue. Students will learn tips and techniques to write great short stories. In addition to writing exercises, students will complete three short stories and receive feedback...
Advanced
18 and older
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Writing Satire
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 98 Moore St, Brooklyn, NY
If you're looking to hone your skills as a satirist or simply learn the basics of humor writing, this workshop is here to help! Through writing exercises and feedback, both novice and experienced writers will get the assistance they need to turn their ideas into sharp and funny satirical pieces. Students will also get advice on how to hone their voices as writers and tips on where and how to effectively pitch their work to humor outlets. Whether...
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$40
Playwriting I
The Barrow Group Acting School See all classes by this school @ 254 Hicks St, New York, NY
Turn compelling ideas into engaging, well-structured stories by exploring the fundamentals of dramatic structure. Develop characters and narratives through practical exercises and writing assignments while embracing creativity, spontaneity, and discovery. Share new work in a supportive environment designed to encourage thoughtful exploration and creative risk-taking.
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One-Day Master Class
Alaa Al Aswany Creative Writing Workshop See all classes by this school @ 159 17th St, New York, NY
The seven-hour master class is designed for aspiring writers who want to learn the craft of exceptional storytelling. Students will be given an overview of the qualities that make for spellbinding fiction and the techniques used by writers in crafting stories and imagining characters. These lessons will be reinforced through in-class writing exercises.
All levels
18 and older
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$175
Level 1 Intro to Fiction and Poetry
The Writers Studio See all classes by this school @ 232 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the creative power of persona writing in this reflective workshop at The Writers Studio. See how stepping into the voices of accomplished writers can unlock your most personal stories and turn tough subject matter into inspiration for fiction and poetry. Broaden your literary range and approach as you deepen your handle on craft and technique.
Sat. Oct 14th, 10am–12pm ET
(20 hours over 10 sessions)
Writing Your Comedy Pilot
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Develop your comedy pilot from concept to completion in a structured, hands-on workshop. Learn the fundamentals of a three-act structure, refine plotlines, and master act breaks and scene transitions. Through writing, reading, and analysis, gain the skills to craft a polished, presentable script. Perfect for those ready to dive into the creative and technical demands of comedic storytelling.
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Moby-Dick: Reading the White Whale
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 1016 Beverley Rd, Brooklyn, NY
Explore how a once-dismissed novel became a cornerstone of American literature. Through close reading, discussion, and key contextual texts, examine obsession, power, ethics, identity, race, and ecology in all their contradictions. Emphasis falls on ambiguity and multiple meanings rather than a single moral.
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Map Your Story: Research, Reporting and Interviewing
Made in NY Media Center by IFP See all classes by this school @ 30 John St, Brooklyn, NY
Making a great film, podcast, or report starts with having a solid story. How do you turn a topic that sparked your interest into a story that others want to absorb? Learn tried and true techniques used by journalists, like interviewing, research, and story reporting and apply these skills to your creative project. The instructor for this day-long workshop is Iris Mansour, who has written and produced viral stories for Bustle, The Guardian, and Mashable,...
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$150
