Skip Main Navigation
Eventbrite
Browse Events
Organise an event
Organise
Help
Log InSign Up
Menu
Page Content
This event has ended.
An Introduction to Screenwriting with TV Writer Rick Laxton

Nov

13

An Introduction to Screenwriting with TV Writer Rick Laxton

by First Take Workshops

Actions and Detail Panel

Postponed

Date and time

Sat, 13 November 2021

13:30 – 18:30 GMT

Location

Stableside at York Racecourse

Stableside

York

YO24 1QG

United Kingdom

View map

Refund policy

Contact the organiser to request a refund.

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Learn from TV Writer Rick Laxton on getting started in the art of Screenwriting.

About this event

In this workshop, Rick will use practical exercises to guide you through the crucial elements of writing for the screen. Topics to be covered include -

creating effective characters,

  • writing visually,
  • constructing storylines,
  • devising overall series ideas,
  • scene structure,
  • creating dialogue,
  • tackling exposition,
  • devising treatments,
  • and practical career advice on working as a professional writer.​

​Rick Laxton is a Screenwriter and Casting Director, with over 15 years experience of working in the television industry. He has cast over 800 hours of TV content for major broadcasters, including BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Amazon Prime, Disney and Nickelodeon, and is a member of the Casting Director’s Guild.

As a writer, Rick cut his teeth storylining for Coronation Street. His debut screenplay went into development within the BBC Comedy Department, which lead to The Pact, a comedy-drama he co-wrote, being broadcast on BBC2. Rick is now working on original commissions from BBC Studios and Comedy Central and developing other new projects with independent production companies.

An Introduction to Screenwriting with TV Writer Rick Laxton image

Tags

  • United Kingdom Events
  • York Events
  • Things to do in York
  • York Classes
  • York Film & Media Classes
  • #writers
  • #writing
  • #scriptwriting
  • #screenwriting
  • #scriptwriter
  • #writing_workshop
  • #writing_class
  • #writing_skills
  • #screenwriting_workshop
Event ended

An Introduction to Screenwriting with TV Writer Rick Laxton


Follow this organiser to stay informed on future events

First Take Workshops

Event creator

Events you might like

  • SCRIPT LAB:  Screenwriting Fundamentals

    SCRIPT LAB: Screenwriting Fundamentals
    SCRIPT LAB: Screenwriting Fundamentals

    Wed, Nov 2, 12:00
    Yorkshire Museum • York
    Free
  • Introduction to the Enneagram

    Introduction to the Enneagram
    Introduction to the Enneagram

    Wed, Nov 2, 10:00
    Diocese of York • York
    Free
  • Introduction to Ukulele Workshop

    Introduction to Ukulele Workshop
    Introduction to Ukulele Workshop

    Mon, Aug 22, 11:15
    Little London Community Centre • Woodhouse
    Free
  • Introduction to Hand Embroidery

    Introduction to Hand Embroidery
    Introduction to Hand Embroidery

    Thu, Sep 22, 10:00
    The Craft House • Bradford
    £30
  • Introduction to Hand Embroidery

    Introduction to Hand Embroidery
    Introduction to Hand Embroidery

    Thu, Nov 17, 10:00
    The Craft House • Bradford
    £30
  • Introduction to Average Weight

    Introduction to Average Weight
    Introduction to Average Weight

    Thu, Oct 6, 09:30
    Business Hive Meeting Rooms • Leeds
    £150
  • Introduction to Yoga Workshop

    Introduction to Yoga Workshop
    Introduction to Yoga Workshop

    Wed, Aug 24, 14:30
    New Headingley Club • Headingley
    Free
  • Introduction to lino print

    Introduction to lino print
    Introduction to lino print

    Wed, Nov 9, 18:00
    Seagulls Reuse • Leeds
    £35.08
  • INTRODUCTION TO MODERN CALLIGRAPHY

    INTRODUCTION TO MODERN CALLIGRAPHY
    INTRODUCTION TO MODERN CALLIGRAPHY

    Sun, Sep 18, 13:30
    Bowery • Leeds
    £38.32
  • Introduction to Cane Weaving

    Introduction to Cane Weaving
    Introduction to Cane Weaving

    Wed, Sep 21, 18:30
    Leeds Wood Recycling • Leeds
    £120

Site Navigation

Use Eventbrite

  • How it Works
  • Pricing
  • Event Blog
  • Event Planner Forum

Plan events

  • Online Registration
  • Sell Event Tickets
  • Event Management Software

Find events

  • Browse York Events
  • Get the Eventbrite App

Connect with us

  • Report This Event
  • Help Centre
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility
  • Community Guidelines
Eventbrite + Ticketfly

© 2022 Eventbrite