TV Pilot Writing // SUNDAYS // Jan 5-Feb 9

Schedule

Sun Jan 05 2025 at 02:00 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

The Lincoln Lodge | Chicago, IL

TV Pilot Writing is a class to give writers tricks, tips and deadlines to push themselves to knock out a pilot draft in 6 weeks.
About this Event

TV Pilot Writing: From Idea to First Draft in 6 weeks - is a beginner's course to give writers tricks, tips and deadlines to push themselves to knock out a TV pilot draft!

Students will leave the class with a completed TV pilot, including basic beats, characters and conflicts, as well as experience getting peer and teacher feedback on the pilot.

The class requires no previous stand up comedy or writing experience.


The weekly 2 hour sessions of this course will focus on:

Generating i deas

Developing characters

Plot, tone and setting

Outlining

Receiving feedback

**Please note this class is meant to help participants generate ideas on the page, and while formatting scripts will be addressed, it will not be the main focus of the class!


Class schedule is as follows:

Sunday, January 5th at 2:00-4:30pm (CST US)

Sunday, January 12th at 2:00-4:30pm (CST US)

Sunday, January 19th at 2:00-4:30pm (CST US)

Sunday, January 26th at 2:00-4:30pm (CST US)

Sunday, February 2nd at 2:00-4:30pm (CST US)

Sunday, February 9th at 2:00-4:30pm (CST US)


Class instructor: Brandon Prosek


All students will receive an email no later than one day prior to their class start date confirming dates, times and location.

REFUND/ROLLOVER POLICY: Full refunds are available any time up to 5 days before the first class commences. If you are not able to attend class and the refund window has closed, we can issue class credits and roll you into a future session. Please note - once class has begun, no refunds or rollovers will be issued, regardless of attendance.



The Lincoln Lodge Theater Code of Conduct

The Lincoln Lodge Theater and Training Center is a place to foster creativity, connection and artistic expression with an aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for performers to grow. Those entering this space must be able to come together in trust and respect, while honoring the diversity of its community members. The purpose of this document is to promote student/performer well being and encourage a collaborative and harmonious theater environment.

The following is a list of expectations for students and performers while in The Lincoln Lodge space:

-Be aware of the diverse background of theater attendees/classmates and create material from a place of fun, respect and kindness towards others

-Sexist, racist, homophobic, and discriminatory behavior or jokes will not be tolerated

-Behave professionally and respectfully towards others

-Treat sensitive and risky subject matter carefully and with emotional intelligence. Be open to having a constructive, open conversation about a performance afterwards if the occasion arises.


The following is a non-exhaustive list of prohibited conduct:

-Physical abuse

-Theft/damage/misuse of property: Theft or damage, misuse and unauthorized possession or improper use of personal property; and unauthorized or improper use of, or entry into, theater facilities

-Harassment: Threatening, harassing, bullying or intimidating a person, either verbally, in writing or through electronic or other means

-Sexual Harassment: Unwanted/unwelcome sexual behavior directed at a person in a physical, verbal or non-verbal form

-Drug/alcohol use: Possession, consumption, sale, distribution or use of illicit drugs or outside alcohol is strictly prohibited. Additionally, the Lincoln Lodge is a smoke free zone, including vaping/e-cigarettes.

-Weapons and hazardous materials: The use, possession or storage of any firearms or weapons; dangerous materials or chemicals are prohibited on the theater premises


Consequences for breaching our Code of Conduct will be dealt with accordingly and may consist of, but not limited to: warnings, apologies, probation, suspension, or even removal from the premises. All decisions in regards to situations will be at the discretion of the theater director and training center manager.


Where is it happening?

The Lincoln Lodge, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, United States
Tickets

USD 251.23

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Host or Publisher The Lincoln Lodge

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