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SCOTLAND
INVERNESS AND ORKNEY
1 July: Inverness
"SO YOU WANT TO WRITE TV DRAMA?"www.meadkerr.com
Do YOU daydream about becoming a professional TV drama writer? Do WE believe you could do it? Absolutely! Do we have proof? Read what previous attendees of this acclaimed class have said -
"I attended Adrian's first class. I found it practical yet inspiring." David Hutchison."Energising - no excuse now for not following the up-to-minute advice Given by Adrian.
Excellent value - thanks." Sheila MalhamWhen he decided to try his hand at writing Adrian Mead was thirty three years old, a bouncer and a hairdresser with no formal training and no connections to the industry. Within two years he was being paid to write for ITV, BBC and Channel 4 and is now an award winning writer and director. So, how did he do it?
Adrian states, "The most exciting and inspirational moment for me was when I realised that writing isn't MAGIC. It isn't some unfathomable, mystical process only gifted to a rare few. Screenwriting is a craft. You can learn how to do it, you can hone and improve your skills."
A FREE 15 PAGE BOOKLET of the kind of material Adrian covers is also available from info@meadkerr.com
In the space of just one fun, info packed and highly practical day we demystify how the world of TV Drama writing works and how to get your break.
Don't just day dream, find out if you could have a career as a TV drama writer. Sign up for the next course and learn what it takes.
This class always fills up fast! If you haven't booked your place already book now.
SAT 1st July
10.00 - 4.00
Kenneth St Hall, Kenneth St, Inverness
Cost £40.00
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Castle of Park
A ‘small but perfectly formed’ Scottish castle near Banff on the Moray Firth, Castle of Park has rapidly gained a reputation for its first-class painting and creative writing courses, unforgettable weddings and its unique getaway weekend house parties. The estate at Park dates back to 1242 and the castle itself originates in 1530, with elegant Georgian extensions in the 18th century. All the historic rooms have been lovingly restored, each bedroom has its own modern bathroom and there’s new central heating and a roaring log fire in the elegant Drawing Room, so the castle is as warm as the welcome our guests receive. The accent is on comfort, informality and fun.
Contact: Bill Breckon, Castle of Park
info@castleofpark.net
Tel: +44 (0)1466 751111
"One of the 10 best castles in Britain" - The Independent on Sunday
www.castleofpark.net/mainpages/writing.htm
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ANNAN
Avalon is a bed and breakfast for writers. Situated in the south west, eight miles from Gretna Green. Facilities include computers in some rooms, an extensive library and quiet surroundings for writing. For both professional and amateur writers we offer peace and quiet, inspiration and excellent facilities for some quality time to write.Full details and prices are at wwww.avalonbb.co.uk
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EDINBURGH
Wordstore Workshops
Why not try a creative writing course? Small supportive groups. Contact Alison Summers at:Wordstore Workshops
9 Comely Bank Avenue
Edinburgh EH4 1EW
Tel: 0131 315 3634
Email: alib@cremedelacreme.fsnet.co.uk
URL: http://wordstoreworkshops.mysit.wanadoo-members.co.uk
Alison's blog site: http://wordstoreworkshops.blogspot.com9 JUNE 2007
WORKSHOP BY ADRIAN MEAD: "THE LONG DISTANCE SCREENWRITER"
Full details at www.meadkerr.com
Tel: 0131 554 4539
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NEWWRITING NEWWORLDS FESTIVAL
Full details at www.newwritingnewworlds.co.uk
This festival is open to submissions from all over the world. If you would like to submit your play visit their website.
The Centre for Lifelong Learning, University of Strathclyde
Attendance Based ClassesThe Centre for Lifelong Learning at the University of Strathclyde has been offering writing classes to the public for over 20 years. We have built up a wide and varied portfolio of classes which run throughout the academic year. Choose from beginners and advanced level creative writing, novel, features and travel writing as well as a class dedicated to ‘works in progress’. Accredited classes are ILA eligible and are also offered at a substantial reduction to those on certain benefits.
The Centre for Lifelong Learning
University of Strathclyde
Graham Hills Building
40 George Street
Glasgow G1 1QE
Tel: 0141 548 4803
Email: learn@cll.strath.ac.uk
Web: www.cll.strath.ac.uk/alp/classlists/writing.htm
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INVERNESSHIREArvon Foundation
Moniack Mhor, Teavarrian, Kiltarlity, Beauly, Invernesshire IV4 7HT
Tel: 01463 741675
Email: m-mhor@arvonfoundation.org
URL: www.arvonfoundation.org
Arvon Foundation courses are also held in Devon, Shropshire and Yorkshire.
Full details of all courses on the website or from the national HQ:
2nd Floor, 42A Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 0RE
Tel: 020 7931 7611
Fax: 020 7963 0961
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ISLE OF IONA
Creative writing retreat at the Argyll Hotel, Isle of Iona, Argyll PA76 6SJ
Tel; 01681 700334
Fax: 01681 700510
Email: reception@argyllhoteliona.co.uk
www.argyllhoteliona.co.uk
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ISLE OF SKYE
Linda Gillard, novelist, journalist and teacher, author of EMOTIONAL GEOLOGY and A LIFETIME BURNING, runs workshops and speaks to readers' and writers' groups. For details of Linda's 2006 workshops see www.lindagillard.co.uk/news.php
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