the writing studio
Celebrating the art of storytelling and the craft of writing

Do you have a story to share with the world?

Do you want to turn that potential story into profit?

Our workshops and courses for storytellers will  transform ideas into a film, stageplay or novel!
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An information based website for writers who want to flex their creative muscle and turn words into action, and for film, theatre and dvd buffs who want to escape into story.

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Hosted by Homebrew Films, our outcome-based The Write Journey weekend workshop explores the writing process, developing characters and mastering the art of structure, as well as examining the world of contemporary filmmaking and films.  In Cape Town on February 11 and 12Read more

About Us 2012 marks the 18th year of The Writing Studio's existence, a leading independent training initiative in Africa. Read more

Resources Links and contacts for writers and filmmakers; tips for writers and filmmakers; notes on writing and filmmaking; format, free screenplays to read. Read more

Workshops, courses and services Workshops for storytellers and filmmakers; reading of scripts, services to support writing and filmmaking. Read more

Win a DVD of Julie Taymor's sensational The Tempest… Read more

The Write Agency Developing scripts and selling professional drafts. Read more

Film  Click here
The latest and upcoming film releases.

Theatre Click here
Live theatre in Cape Town, Gauteng/ Tshwane and KwaZulu Natal

DVD Click here
Home Entertainment.
The Latest DVDs

The Write Trainer Since he launched The Writing Studio 18 years ago Daniel Dercksen continues to develop the write attitude throughout South Africa. Read more

The Write Stuff Tips for writers, filmmakers and performers. Read more

Conversations Interviews with writers, filmmakers and performers. Read more

The art of film Explore the world of film; the art of adaptation, the art of sequels, original and independent filmmaking, the art of animation, the art of documentary filmmaking, the art of world cinema. Read more

5 easy steps to reach your
maximum potential
as a storyteller
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