Luces, cámara, escritura: una introducción a la escritura de guiones

Join us for an exciting four-session course that introduces teenagers to the captivating world of screenplay writing, also known as screenwriting. Designed to inspire creativity and ignite storytelling skills, this course provides a solid foundation in the art and craft of screenwriting. Through interactive learning experiences and engaging activities, students will explore key concepts and techniques essential to crafting compelling screenplays.

Course Overview:

Session 1: Screenwriting Fundamentals
Session 2: Character Development
Session 3: Story and Plot
Session 4: Revisions and Feedback

Each 60-minute session is packed with engaging discussions, interactive exercises, and analysis of professional screenplays. Students will have the opportunity to interact with their instructor and peers, fostering a collaborative and inspiring learning environment. Home activities will reinforce learning and encourage independent creative exploration.

By the end of the course, students will have a solid understanding of screenwriting fundamentals and practical skills to bring their stories to life on the screen. Join us and embark on an exciting screenwriting journey!

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Week 1: Introduction to Screenplay Writing
  • What is a screenplay? Understanding the basics of the form
  • The structure of a screenplay: acts, scenes, and sequences
  • Developing a logline and premise for your screenplay
  • Beginning to develop your characters

Week 2: Character Development
  • Creating three-dimensional characters with depth and complexity
  • Understanding character motivation and conflict
  • Exploring how character arcs drive the story forward
  • Writing effective dialogue for your characters

Week 3: Story and Plot
  • Developing a strong story concept
  • Creating a compelling plot with twists and turns
  • Understanding the elements of genre and tone
  • The importance of conflict in driving the story forward

Week 4: Revisions and Feedback
  • Revising and polishing your screenplay
  • Giving and receiving feedback in a writers' workshop
  • Understanding the importance of rewriting and revision in the writing process
  • Celebrating the completion of your first screenplay!