Writing comedy scripts stage 2

An opportunity for 'Writing comedy scripts' students to apply the comic skills learned. Bring along your own comic idea for a sitcom series or a comedy film to be worked through in class. NB The course is also open to those who have completed 'Screenwriting stage 1' and wish to work on a comedy idea.

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Key course information

Dates
20/04/12 - 08/06/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
8 weeks

Time
18:00 - 20:00

Fees
Full fee: £90
Senior fee: £90

Venue
EC - European College

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Course code
HW273*

Availability
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No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course is full

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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course is about writing comedy for television or film. It follows on from Writing Comedy Scripts and is aimed at those who want to practice the skills learned in that course on their own projects. Students who have completed Screenwriting 1 and wish to work on a comedy idea may also apply.

What topics will we cover?

Students will need to come up with their own comic idea - for a sitcom or comedy film. This will be worked through in class with other students contributing suggestions and criticism. It is essential that students are prepared to share their own ideas and contribute to others'.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

finalise work on your own chosen comic concept
spot the flaws in projects brought in front of the class (including your own!)
collaborate constructively in the process of project development.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is suitable for those who have completed Writing comedy scripts. Also those who have completed Screenwriting: stage 1 and wish to work on a comedy idea.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The majority of each class will be given over to the development of students' projects. There may also be some airing and analysis of comedy programmes. Students are expected to work on their own projects between sessions.

The Tutor
Guy Meredith is a scriptwriter, story consultant and teacher with 25 years' experience in the business. He has taught scriptwriting at a number of universities and professional bodies both in this country and abroad. His writing credits include Ruth Rendell Mysteries for ITV and Einstein for the BBC, as well as The Bill and Heartbeat. His radio play, 'The Surprise Symphony' was the UK entry for the Prix Italia. He is a guest lecturer at the European Broadcasting Union.

City lit reserves the right to change course tutors or venues from those advertised in this outline. In line with our refund policy we are unable to grant a refund on the grounds of a change of tutor/venue.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please bring writing materials.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions. If you have completed a Writing comedy scripts or Screenwriting: stage 1 course at the City Lit please contact Humanities on 0207 492 2652/2650 or e mail Humanities@citylit.ac.uk. Otherwise please come along to a Humanities drop-in-advice session. These take place as follows:
Term time
Mondays and Thursdays 12.30-13.30 and 17.30-18.30
Non term time
Mondays 17.30-18.30
Thursdays 12.30-13.30.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.