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TOUCH OF LIGHT: HAIKU FOR A LATE WINTER AFTERNOON Jeanne Martin | Ed. D., Teacher Poet and Retreat Leader Haiku is a simple yet complex nature poem that takes us directly into the present moment. Originating in Japan, it has become one of the most popular poetry forms in the world. In this course we will learn about haiku: its form, history, and structure, read many haiku, both famous and not so famous, and try our hands at writing haiku using fun and easy writing prompts. We will focus on images of late winter to deepen our awareness of the natural world using all five senses. Each participant will receive a copy of Jeannie’sTouch book, of Light, and a small writing notebook. C O U R S E C O D E : JA PA Sec. 01: Sunday, 10am-3:30pm. Feb. 13 | $110
STICKING THE LANDING: INTERMEDIATE POETRY WORKSHOP Ralph Pennel | M.F.A. Creative Writing
FILM Where we enter into poetry is rarely where we end up CLUB DISCUSSION staying, so it’s time to take it to the next level! In this Thomas Meek | Writer course, we will spend the term creating and revising For this four-week session, you’ll watch two films each week new work, as we develop our truest voices. We will hone our craft by and join classmates for a lively discussion led by Tom Meek reading and studying a variety of poets, exposing ourselves to a wide Cambridge Day film editor and member of the Boston Society range of styles and aesthetics to best cultivate our emerging poetic of Film Critics. Two films will be assigned each week (assignments wil identities. This class focuses heavily on revision and how to revisit the be given out before the first meeting). Films will be selected from initial creative impulse where our poems began what’s available on Amazon (may require rental) and Netix - (member COURSE CODE: STIK ship). Selections will ideally be one recently released film, and on Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $120 related film (by filmmaker, theme, social issue, etc.). Cinephiles and casual viewers are welcomed alike.
STAGE, SCREEN & MORE
COURSE CODE: PICS Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $100
PLAYWRIGHTS’ WORKSHOP
YOU MAY ALSO BE INTERESTED IN CINE-CITTÀ: PINOCCHIO: You get an idea for a play. Now, how do you build it into a narrative? Moments grow into scenes. The movement of ITALIAN LITERATURE INTO FILM scenes becomes a language in itself. The story is secondary ON PAGE 25 to something more elusive: a dramatic world recognizable from our
Peter Littlefield | Stage Director, Writer, and Dramaturg
lives. We are here to support you, whether you’re just beginning or writing a full-length play. We will read work, discuss problems, and use exercises to trigger observation and imagination. C O U R S E C O D E : P LW R Sec. 01: 10 Thursdays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $270
GRANT WRITING Hillel Bromberg | Freelance Grant Writer
Do you have a wonderful project idea but feel stuck becaus you have no idea how to fund it? This grant writing class wil provide the foundational knowledge to write a compellin grant proposal. You will learn about the entire grant lifecycle, i Andrew Osborne | Screenwriter, baitshop.org the essential skills of prospecting, the key components of a prop the basics of proposal budgeting, and strategies to help you miti Whether you want to create movies, TV shows, plays, video common mistakes which block the approval of your grant. games, comic books, or web videos, come learn the basics of
INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING FOR MOVIES, TV, THEATER, AND MULTIMEDIA
scriptwriting in a supportive environment while you work CO URSE CODE: GRNT 01: Wednesday, 7:45-9:45pm. Jan. 12 | $55 towards the first, second, or even final draft of a solid “spec”Sec. script. We’ll explore the three-act structure, industry-standard format, character, and dialogue, as well as tips for surviving-in the entertain ment business and building your audience.
COURSE CODE: REEN Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 7-9pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $270 No class Jan. 17 & Feb. 21
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