Saturdays | April 6, 13, 20, 27 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Permission to: Write Your Dream Screenplay Master Class w/ Linda Manning
Linda Manning, award-winning screenwriter, playwright and performer, will lead a four week workshop on writing the screenplay you have always wanted to write. The one that has been rolling around in your thoughts, tugging at your heart, and trying to get out, but hasn't found its way onto paper yet. At the end of four weeks you will have a detailed, structured outline from which to begin your first draft. We will study genre, character, plot, and breakdown the traditional three act structure of screenplays. We will do writing exercises in class, and analyze current films. Every week there will be homework in order to build upon your developing outline. And perhaps most importantly, we will work on developing your individual writer's voice, and illuminating the story that you want to tell. Click here to RSVP.
Saturday | April 13, 2013 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Free Ray Bradbury Read Aloud for Kids
Ray Bradbury Read Aloud for Kids. Appropriate for Ages 5-10. All ages welcome! Bronx poet, musician and actor Flaco Navaja reads books for kids ages 4-12. Books, will be creepy, silly and sweet. Click here to RSVP.
Sunday | April 14, 2013 | 11:00am – 4:00pm
Writing in Public: A Free Event for Writers of All Ages
A Day of Free Workshops and Events for Writers
11am-12pm: Speed Writing. Short writing exercises to warm-up and meet the community, Coffee and donuts served
12-2pm: Open Work Time. Bring your laptop or notebook and write your work in progress during this quiet time. Small group work/sharing encouraged.
12-2pm: One on One Pitch Practice w/ Maria Romano and guests: Practice your query letter and elevator pitch in the mezzanine.
2-3pm: Getting Read. Your goal and how to get there. Open Q&A about the publishing process and hints/help.
3-4pm: Writing for All Senses. Workshop on writing poetry and prose that is textural, vivid and intentional.
4-6pm: Open Mic and reading by emerging novelist and BRIO winner Tiffany Soriano.Click here to RSVP.
Monday | April 15, 2013 | 6:00 – 8:00pm
Free Handmade Journal Workshop with Artisan Lis Ortiz
Come and create your own handmade personal journal to capture your thoughts, hopes and dreams. Journals will be made of recycled items, so please feel free to bring images, fabric and/or items to make yours extra special! Note: This workshop is labor intensive so please arrive on time so that you can leave with a completed piece. Click here to RSVP.
Friday | April 19, 2013 | 6:00 – 8:00pm
Women in Creative Rebellion: A Free Spoken Word Event
An event celebrating and uniting women who have reinvented themselves featuring: Peggy Robles-Alvarado, Maria Rodriguez, True, and Cindy "Black Angel" Peralta. Special Musical Performance by A. Lyric. Spoken Word, Vendors, Networking, Open Mic. Click here to RSVP.
Monday | April 22, 2013 | 6:30 – 8:30pm
In Progress: Writing Like Ray Bradbury
6:30-7pm Speed Writing: Meet other writers while responding to short writing prompts. Bring work in progress.
7-8:30pm Writing Like Ray Bradbury: Prolific and award-winning writer Ray Bradbury published more than 50 books over his lifetime, many of them classics that will be read for generations to come. Using his own words and advice, we will learn from the master. This is a hands-on workshop. Be prepared to participate! Click here to RSVP.
Thursday | April 25, 2013 | 6:00 – 8:00pm
The Bronx Present and Future: A Free Incendiary Conversation
A discussion about the past, present and future of the Bronx: Where have we been? Where are we? Where are we going? What should we bring with us as we move forward? A conversation with Ed Conde Garcia, the Mayor of Melrose; Al Pizarro, Founder of the Hip Hop Parade and others. All welcome to participate and engage. Click here to RSVP.
Saturday | April 27, 2013 | 2:00 – 4:00pm
Free Family Friendly Book Making Workshop
Create your own books and journals. Appropriate for Ages 5-15. All ages welcome! This is a free hands-on workshop. Each participant will take home finished products. Great as gifts! Click here to RSVP.
Sunday | April 28, 2013 | 4:00-6:00pm
The Book Club Discussion of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
All readers of Ray Bradbury's classic novel are invited to discuss the book and respond to the imagery and writing at this special, free book club meeting. Door prizes, snacks and drinks provided. Click here to RSVP.
Tuesday | April 30, 2013 | 6:30 – 8:30pm
In Progress: Living in Sequence, a Graphic Novel Workshop
6:30-7pm Speed Writing: Meet other writers while responding to short writing prompts. Bring work in progress.
7-8:30pm Living in Sequence: A Graphic Novel Workshop Ray Felix, Executive Director of the Bronx Heroes Comic Con, will lead an intense workshop on this growing format. He will speak to writing, drawing and publishing. All who are interested in the genre are encouraged to attend. This free event is part of The Big Read in the Bronx. Participants will receive a free copy of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. (Supplies are limited). All welcome! Bring a notebook, a pen and your creative energy. Click here to RSVP.
Sunday | May 5, 2013 | 2:00 – 4:00pm
Word Forward: A Competition for Writers
WordForward: Freedom, hosted by Flaco Navaja. Tell a story, perform a poem, spin a yarn, impress the audience and make it to the end of this fun and exciting competition for word lovers! Performers: We only have time for 10 performers, so come at 1:30 to register. First come, first to perform. The audience chooses the winner. (Bring a crowd; it helps!). Writers, poets and storytellers perform a prepared piece of no more than 3 minutes. Finalists will move on to write and perform a flash piece, vying for the prize of WordForward Champion. Click here to RSVP.
For more information about The Big Read in the Bronx: Contact Maria Romano at 718-931-9500 x21 or maria@bronxarts.org, or visit www.bronxarts.org and click on The Big Read.
