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Concurrent Course
Concurrent Course
Writing (CTWR)
- http://cinema.usc.edu/writing
- D class assignments for undergraduates available in SCA335; Phone: (213) 740-3303.
- YOU MUST ATTEND THE FIRST SESSION of each course or you may be replaced by a student on the waiting list, even if you are registered. If you do not register for a class for which you have D-clearance by the registration deadline, your D-clearance will EXPIRE. School of Cinematic Arts "R" courses change to "D" in the third week of classes, and require both instructor and departmental approval.
Writing a feature-length screenplay based on treatment developed in CTWR 206a. Includes a first draft and a polish.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 206a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19156D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Friday | 6 of 7 | Janet Batchler | SCA362 |   | |
| 19157D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Friday | 7 of 8 | Deborah Baron | SCB101 | | |
| 19316D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Friday | 8 of 8 | David Brind | SCA361 | | |
| 19352D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Friday | 8 of 8 | Robert Ramsey | SCA345 | |
Examination of the fundamental elements of a good story, and how to use those elements to develop new screenplay ideas. Recommended preparation: CTWR 106b.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19358D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 11 of 12 | David Howard | SCA342 | | |
| 19360D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 11 of 12 | Mark Shepherd | SCA214 | | |
| 19422D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 14 of 15 | Donald Bohlinger | SCA342 | | |
| 19423D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 15 of 15 | Ian Shorr | SCB101 | |
Understanding the elements of screen performance to enhance the writing of complex characters and human relationships. Prerequisite: CTWR-100. Open only to Writing for Screen and Television majors.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 100
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19167D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Tuesday | 14 of 15 | Wendy Phillips | SCA214 | | |
| 19350D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Thursday | 14 of 15 | Wendy Phillips | RZCSTG A | |
The fundamentals of writing for dramatic episodic television. Writing scenes from popular television shows and examination of television story structure. Prerequisite: CTWR-100, CTWR 402, CTWR 412 or CTWR 413.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 100 or CTWR 402 or CTWR 412 or CTWR 413)
- Note: Sections 19353, 19362, 19364 are restricted to WST majors.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19306D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Thursday | 12 of 12 | Maria Escobedo | SCA362 |  | |
| 19353D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 7 of 7 | Kevin Arkadie | SCA259 | | |
| 19362D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 7 of 7 | David Balkan | SCA363 | | |
| 19364D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 7 of 8 | Deborah Seibel | SCA258 | | |
| 19412D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Thursday | 11 of 12 | Sonja Warfield | SCA342 | | |
| 19414D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 11 of 12 | Julie Sayres | SCI209 | |
An exploration of characters and story worlds as they relate to gaming with an emphasis on emotionally rich environments in interactive enetertainment. Recommended preparation: CTIN 488
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19168D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | 18 of 18 (16 on waitlist) | Danny Bilson | SCI207 | PDF (224945 KB) | |
In-depth analysis of the craft of writing prime-time episodic television. Examination of situation comedies and dramas through weekly screenings and lectures.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19205R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 126 of 150 | Pamela Douglas | SCI106 | PDF (366377 KB) | |
Introduction to the formal elements of writing the short film.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19169R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | Martin Daniel | SCB304 | | |
| 19173R | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 12 of 12 | Vincent Robert | SCA255 | PDF (115017 KB) | |
| 19177R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 10 of 12 | Frank Mc Adams | SCA310 | | |
| 19199R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 10 of 12 | Peter Exline | SCA342 | | |
| 19351R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | Nevin Schreiner | SCA214 | | |
| 19434R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Thursday | 10 of 12 | Jason E Squire | SCA214 | | |
| 19435R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Tuesday | 11 of 12 | James Mc Ginn | SCB101 | | |
| 19441R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Thursday | 11 of 12 | Jim Staahl | SCB101 | |
Preparation of scripts for short films: form, structure, planning. Open only to Cinematic Arts Film and Television Production majors.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19182D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 10 of 12 | Sean Hood | SCA362 | | |
| 19183D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 10 of 12 | Julie Sayres | SCA362 | | |
| 19184D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 11 of 12 | Deborah Baron | SCI209 | | |
| 19185D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 12 of 12 | Siavash Farahani | SCB304 | PDF (126816 KB) | |
| 19342D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | Benita Garvin | SCA310 | |
Students study story structure and develop several story outlines, write a short script for possible production, a feature film outline and first act. Recommended preparation: CTWR-416. Open only to Cinematic Arts Film and Television Production majors.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 413
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production, Cinema-Television
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19193D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 14 of 14 | Benita Garvin | SCA342 | | |
| 19195D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 13 of 14 | Robert Sabin | SCA214 | |
Principles of the feature film; creating theme, character and structure that combine into a feature-length story treatment. Recommended preparation: CTWR 416.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19200D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 12 of 13 | David Weber | SCA363 | | |
| 19201D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Friday | 12 of 13 | Paul De Meo | SCA342 | | |
| 19366D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 12 of 13 | Sandra Berg | SCA259 | | |
| 19436D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 12 of 13 | Robert Sabin | SCB304 | |
Creation of script with extensive workshopping of scenes in class leading to a first draft and revision as a final assignment.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 415A
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19203D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 12 of 12 | Richard Whitley | SCA362 | | |
| 19343D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Monday | 7 of 12 | Sandra Berg | SCA342 | |
Revision of original pilot script, writing of mid-season episode, and completion of bible for original dramatic series developed in first semester.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 419a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19210D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Wednesday | 8 of 8 | Harold Apter | SCA345 | | |
| 19430D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 8 of 8 | Georgia Jeffries | SCA361 | |
Rewrite, casting, and stage performance of the comedy development process. A rewrite of the final draft and completion of the series bible with multiple seasons.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 420a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19370D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 5 of 5 | John Bowman | SCA345 | | |
| 19372D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 4 of 5 | Mort Nathan | SCA361 | |
Writing an episode of an existing dramatic television series within the hour-long format with an emphasis on conception, pitching, characterization and structure. Recommended preparation: CTWR-411.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19214D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 12 of 12 | Deborah Seibel | SCA362 | | |
| 19216D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 10 of 12 | Paul De Meo | SCA342 | | |
| 19318D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | Canceled | Sonja Warfield | |
Examination and creation of the world, characters, and concept for an original hour-long dramatic series. Writing an outline for an original dramatic pilot.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19432D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 13 of 16 (13 on waitlist) | Michael Cassutt | SCB304 | PDF (112483 KB) | |
Detailed investigation of a specific screenwriter's style and the works they've influenced. Lectures include screenings and visiting screenwriters.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loners, Stoners, Mean Girls, & Jocks: Writing High School | |||||||||
| 19431R | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 102 of 150 | David Brind | SCI106 | PDF (936000 KB) | |
Writing an episode of an existing half-hour comedy series, with emphasis on the anatomy of a joke, comedic structure, and character. Recommended preparation: CTWR 411.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19153D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 11 of 12 | Larry Balmagia | SCB304 | | |
| 19440D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 11 of 12 (5 on waitlist) | Paul Wolff | SCA342 | | |
| 19444D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Wednesday | 11 of 12 (4 on waitlist) | F J Pratt | SCA362 | |
Preparation of proposals and scripts for different types of film or television programming: emphasis on conception, structure, characterization and format. Prerequisite: CTWR 206b or CTWR 415b. Recommended preparation: CTWR-416.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 206b or CTWR 415b)
- Note: Section 19333 The Contained Feature Section 19346 The Feature Thriller
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19333D | 001 | 4.0 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 6 of 8 (2 on waitlist) | Peter Robinson | SCB304 | | |
| 19346D | 001 | 4.0 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Monday | Canceled | Sandra Berg | |
Advanced workshop for writing an original half-hour comedy series, including a pilot script, summary of characters, and story lines for first season. Prerequisite: CTWR-421 or CTWR-434. Recommended preparation: CTWR-411.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19226D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 8 of 10 (1 on waitlist) | Russ Woody | SCB101 | PDF (90291 KB) | |
An advanced workshop in which students create an original dramatic series, including a first script and a summary of characters and story lines. Prerequisite: CTWR-421 or CTWR-434.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19227D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 9 of 10 (4 on waitlist) | Lance Gentile | SCI209 | Word (46080 KB) | |
An advanced workshop in which an original hour-long television pilot will be rewritten with emphasis on character, world creation and future story lines. Prerequisite(s): CTWR 439. Recommended preparation: CTWR 411.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 439
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19332D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | Canceled | Bryce Zabel | |
An advanced workshop in which a feature length screenplay will be rewritten using a specific methodology that focuses on a macro to micro approach to revision.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19155D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 7 of 8 (1 on waitlist) | Maureen Yeager | SCA362 | | |
| 19230D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 9 of 9 (4 on waitlist) | Paul Foley | SCA259 | | |
| 19231D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Thursday | 8 of 8 (4 on waitlist) | Anna Waterhouse | SCA342 | | |
| 19326D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 8 of 8 (8 on waitlist) | Anne Postman | SCI209 | | |
| 19411D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 8 of 8 (6 on waitlist) | Peter Robinson | SCA362 | |
Examination and analysis of various topics, issues, and resources pertaining to creative, legal, and business perspectives for writers in the entertainment industry.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19336D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | 27 of 28 | Kristen Davis, Michael Lane | SCA255 | |
Writing an original screenplay or pilot collaboratively with a partner, with special attention paid to the writing team dynamic and the 'third' writer's voice. Recommended preparation: CTWR-416 or CTWR-516.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19374D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 15 of 18 | Jack Epps | SCB304 | |
Staff writing a sketch comedy show with emphasis on creating comedic characters, political humor, monologue writing, and joke construction. A live show will be produced. Prerequisite: CTWR 404
- Prerequisite: CTWR 404
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19376D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 10 of 10 (10 on waitlist) | John Bowman | RZC117 | | |
| 4:00-10:00pm | Friday | RZC117 |
Detailed investigation of new or emerging aspects of cinema and/or television; special subjects offered by visiting faculty; experimental subjects.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Writing Scripted Content for the Internet | ||||||||||
| 19154D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 7 of 12 (6 on waitlist) | David Isaacs | SCI209 | | |
A survey of the creative and professional range of the working screenwriter. Recommended preparation: CNTV 501.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19340D | 037 | Lecture | 10:00-11:20am | Thursday | 32 of 32 | Jack Epps | SCB104 | |
Strengthening and deepening the ability to conceive and develop ideas that will lead to compelling, authentic, and personally meaningful films. Duplicates credit in CTWR 528.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19280D | 037 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 12 of 12 | Rick Parks | SCA342 | | |
| 19281D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 12 of 12 | Paul Foley | SCI209 | | |
| 19282D | 037 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 13 of 13 | Anne Postman | SCA316 | | |
| 19283D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | David Weber | SCB101 | | |
| 19285D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | Robert Ramsey | SCA316 | |
Concurrent Course
CTPR 507: Production I (4.0 units)
The effective communication of ideas through the language of cinema; one directing exercise; two short HD projects; introductions to producing, directing, editing, cinematography, and sound.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18460D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-5:50pm | Monday | 19 of 19 | Robert Kositchek, | SCESTG 2 | PDF (390904 KB) | |
| 2:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | Stuart Pollard, Nancy Forner | SCA259 | ||||||
| 18461D | 037 | Lecture | 9:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 18 of 18 | Judith Irola, | SCESTG 2 | PDF (273516 KB) | |
| 9:00-12:50pm | Thursday | Thomas Abrams | SCA363 | ||||||
| 18462D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 18 of 18 | Paul Maibaum, | SCESTG 2 | PDF (322622 KB) | |
| 2:00-5:50pm | Thursday | Jennifer Warren, Reine-Claire Dousarkissian | SCA259 | ||||||
| 18464D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 18 of 18 | Everett Lewis, | SCA258 | | |
| 2:00-5:50pm | Thursday | Jason Inouye, Tony Porter | SCESTG 2 | ||||||
| 18673D | 037 | Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Wednesday | 17 of 18 | Steven Albrezzi | SCA258 | | |
| 18674D | 037 | Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Monday | 17 of 18 | Steven Albrezzi | SCA258 | | |
| 18675D | 037 | Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Tuesday | 18 of 18 | Peter Robinson | SCA258 | | |
| 18676D | 037 | Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Thursday | 15 of 18 | Peter Robinson | SCA258 | | |
| 18677D | 037 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 6 of 12 | OFFICE | |
Concurrent Course
CTPR 510: Concepts of Cinematic Production (2.0 units)
Overview of the process of making media. Introduces fundamental thinking typical of each craft. Presents realities of careers and ethical issues in media. Corequisite: CTPR-507.
- Corequisite: CTPR 507
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18622D | 037 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 61 of 61 | Don Hall | NCT | |
Dramaturgy for the fiction and nonfiction work. Techniques for creating the original or adapted theatrical length script. b: Development of an outline and feature length, original script. Open to graduate screenwriting (CNTV) and dramatic writing (Theatre) students only.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television, Theatre (Dramatic Writing)
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19233D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 7 of 7 | David Howard | SCA361 | | |
| 19234D | 037 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 7 of 7 | Stephen Sommers | SCB304 | | |
| 19235D | 037 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Tuesday | 8 of 8 | Donald Bohlinger | SCA361 | | |
| 19236D | 037 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 7 of 7 | Howard Rodman | SCA361 | | |
| 19237D | 037 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Tuesday | 7 of 7 | Mary Sweeney | SCA345 | |
Comprehensive re-writing of second and third drafts of a feature screenplay leading to a polished and professional piece.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 515A
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19242D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 7 of 7 | Irving Belateche | SCA363 | | |
| 19310D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 7 of 7 | Mary Sweeney | SCA345 | |
Critical analysis of the structure of films from the classics to current award winners. Students will learn how to identify key story concepts and break down three act structure in finished films and scripts.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19251R | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 38 of 50 | Irving Belateche | SCA110 | | |
| 19252D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-4:50pm | Thursday | 32 of 32 | Theodore Braun | SCA110 | | |
| 19449R | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 34 of 50 | Thomas Abrams | SCA112 | PDF (126780 KB) | |
The re-write, casting, and performance stages of television comedy development. The completion of a final draft of the pilot script and series bible. Open only to Writing for Screen and Television master students.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 517a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19243D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 5 of 7 | David Isaacs | SCB304 | | |
| 19368D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 4 of 7 | Daphne Pollon | SCA345 | |
Part B -- writing the series bible and mid-season episode -- is part two of the television thesis course. Students develop their original series further by writing the bible for the series and the mid-season episode which is reflective of storylines, characters and settings developed in part A of the course. Open to M.F.A. Writing for Screen and Television students only.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 519A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19246D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 4 of 5 | Pamela Douglas | SCA345 | | |
| 19247D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 4 of 5 | Darin Goldberg | SCB101 | |
Intensive workshop oriented specifically to writing and re-writing the most effective and telling dramatic scenes to heighten audience participation and greater story impact.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19256D | 037 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 11 of 12 (4 on waitlist) | Theodore Braun | SCB101 | |
Introduction to formal elements of the screenplay through lectures and the workshopping of a complete first draft of a feature-length script. Prerequisite: CTAN 536 or CTWR 505 or CTWR 518. Recommended preparation: CTWR 516.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19378D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 6 of 10 (1 on waitlist) | Rick Parks | SCA362 | |
Emphasizes structural elements crucial to the feature film. Techniques for creating an original or adapted theatrical-length script.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19265D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 9 of 12 | Tyger Williams | SCA362 | | |
| 19266D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 11 of 12 | Vincent Robert | SCA216 | PDF (121349 KB) | |
| 19267D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 10 of 12 | Martin Daniel | SCA259 | | |
| 19268D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 12 of 12 | Tim Curnen | SCB101 | | |
| 19269D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 12 of 12 | Nevin Schreiner | SCA362 | |
Advanced screenwriting workshop. a: Development of characters and story to complete a treatment and first draft of a feature length script. Prerequisite: CTWR-529. Recommended preparation: CTWR 516.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 529
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19276D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 8 of 10 | Mark Shepherd | SCA342 | | |
| 19424D | 037 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Monday | 6 of 10 | Anna Waterhouse | SCB101 | |
Advanced screenwriting workshop. b: Rewriting the first draft into a second draft through advanced work-shopping of script. A third draft polish is the final assignment.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 533A
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19284D | 037 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 9 of 10 | Sean Hood | SCB207 | | |
| 19286D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | 5 of 10 | Siavash Farahani | SCI209 | PDF (121803 KB) | |
Development of an original half-hour comedy series; writing of the pilot episode and series bible. Prerequisite: CTWR 514a. Open only to master students in Theatre (Dramatic Writing) and Writing for Screen and Television.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 514a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Dramatic Writing), Writing for Screen and Television
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19322D | 037 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Wednesday | 5 of 8 | Paul Wolff | SCI209 | | |
| 19324D | 037 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Wednesday | 7 of 8 | Mort Nathan | SCA342 | |
Development of an original one hour drama series; writing of the pilot episode and series bible. Prerequisite: CTWR 514a. Open only to master students in Theatre (Dramatic Writing) and Writing for Screen and Television.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 514a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Dramatic Writing), Writing for Screen and Television
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19327D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 8 of 8 (3 on waitlist) | Bryce Zabel | SCA345 | | |
| 19328D | 037 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Wednesday | 8 of 8 (6 on waitlist) | Maria Escobedo | SCA310 | | |
| 19445D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 8 of 9 (6 on waitlist) | David Balkan | SCA361 | |
Advanced television writing, emphasizing the rewrite of a first draft pilot script and series bible for an hour-long television series. Prerequisite: CTWR 539. Open only to Dramatic Writing, and to Writing for Screen and Television master students.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 539
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Dramatic Writing), Writing for Screen and Television
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19380D | 037 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Wednesday | 8 of 8 (1 on waitlist) | Georgia Jeffries | SCA361 | |
Development and pitching of ideas for motion pictures, episodic and television pilots. Reducing ideas to basic components; enhancing verbal presentation skills.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19295D | 037 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Tuesday | 12 of 12 (2 on waitlist) | Janet Batchler | SCA342 | | |
| 19296D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 13 of 13 (6 on waitlist) | Trey Callaway | SCA342 | |
Advanced seminar and analysis of the current state of the film and television markets as it relates to writers. Weekly industry guests and current trends. Prerequisite: CTWR 559.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 559
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19384D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | Canceled | Neely Swanson | |
Development and execution of writing in various genres of film, television, or new media scripts. Prerequisite: CTWR 514b.
- Prerequisite: CTWR 514b
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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| 19158D | 037 | 2.0 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 4 of 4 | Richard Kletter | SCA345 | | |
| 19386D | 037 | 2.0 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | Canceled | | |||