HOW TO SUCCeed as a comedy writer
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A ONE-DAY WORKSHOP WITH COMEDY WRITER AND PRODUCER
PAUL BASSETT DAVIES There are two key steps to success as a comedy writer: 1. WRITE SOMETHING FUNNY. 2. SELL IT. This workshop is based around a series of practical exercises and takes a decidedly conventional approach by starting with the first step. Call it old-fashioned, but it seems to work; trying to sell something you haven't got doesn't usually end well. So, whether you're writing for page, stage, television, film, audio or online, you need to make sure your work is as good as it can possibly be before you take it to market. The first part of this workshop focuses on helping you to make your material funny, in ANY format or genre - from sketches to feature films, via sitcom, comedy-drama, podcast, and funny online clip. The second part explores what it takes to forge a successful career in comedy writing, from the basics right through to getting insider tips on how to break into the industry. By the end of the day, you’ll have a clear idea of how to go forward, armed with the secrets of successful comedy writing and information to help you move your career forward. OVERVIEW: This workshop offers a rare opportunity to get expert guidance & support from a highly experienced professional comedy writer, performer and producer. In Paul's words: "I might not be able to make you funny, but I can make you a better comedy writer; and I can tell you everything I've learned about the best way to present and pitch your work to the industry." |
CONTENT
MORNING: HOW TO WRITE FUNNY.
AFTERNOON: HOW TO SELL FUNNY.
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DATE:
Friday 24th January 2025 10.30AM to 5PM VENUE: BECTU Prospect House 100 Rochester Row London SW1P 1JP (Close to London Victoria.) PRICE: FULL FEE: £95 CONCESSIONS: £85 BECTU MEMBERS: £75 PLACES ARE STRICTLY LIMITED - PLEASE BOOK EARLY ON THE BUTTONS BELOW *We offer the concessionary rate to all Concessions as well as to members of these affiliated organisations. If you are a member of one of these organisations, please book at the concessionary rate and show your membership card to the course tutor at registration.
ENQUIRIES: Paul Bassett Davies
TUTOR Paul Bassett Davies is an experienced writer, producer and broadcaster. He began his career in experimental multimedia before creating a series of one-man shows, two of which were comedy award finalists at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and were adapted for BBC radio. Paul has worked with some of the biggest names in British comedy on TV and radio, as both a writer and producer. He co-wrote the BBC radio sitcom At Home with the Hardys with Jeremy Hardy, and produced the BBC series Do Go On, which he wrote with Graeme Garden and Griff Rhys Jones. He scripted the children's feature animation film, The Magic Roundabout along with several award-winning short films and music videos. He has written four novels, and his short story The Spots is one of Six Scary Stories Selected and Introduced by Stephen King. Paul was also the creative director of the London Comedy Writing Festival. NEWS Paul's acclaimed novel Dead Writers in Rehab has been reissued in a new edition. Available HERE His last novel, Stone Heart Deep, is a chilling psychological thriller. Order it from bookstores, buy it from Amazon (click HERE) or directly from the independent publisher: (click HERE) His previous novel, Please do not Ask for Mercy as a Refusal Often Offends, is available on Amazon, or from the publisher HERE His first book, Utter Folly, ("A very funny novel" - Jack Dee) is available on Amazon HERE |
