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Celebrating the art of storytelling and the craft of writing
2010 marks the 16th year of The Writing Studio's existence,  a leading independent training initiative in Africa that empowers writers and filmmakers and fosters the growth of the film and television industries, theatre, journalism and publishers in South Africa The Writing Studio is committed to the art of writing and the craft of filmmaking, turning ideas into words, and words into images and action;  celebrates the art and craft of filmmaking, offering an informative and educational exploration of the world of film; and supports arts and culture in South Africa with updated information on live theatre and performance art .

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The Write Characters
Make the most of the people who live in your story. Breathe life into your characters and give them a soulful journey of transformation. The Write Characters is a practical 2-day workshop for writers in Johannesburg and Cape Town who would like to explore, write and develop the characters in their story, and master the art of dialogue. Read more

The Write Voice
Find your purpose in writing and explore the endless possibilities you have to tell your story and express yourself. The motivational and inspirational The Write Voice explores the writing process and deconstructs writing fiction, non-fiction and journalism. On 2 Saturdays in Cape Town: November 13 and 20.  Read more

Be the writer you want to be
The only way to be a writer is to write, and the only way to improve your writing and storytelling skills is to master the discipline the exhausting writing process demands, and to cultivate the patience the development process calls for.  Take 5 steps in the write direction and maximise your creative potential. Read more


Workshops and Courses

The Write Voice  The Write Journey
Take a step in the write direction
Resources for writers


Film & DVD

The Latest Film Releases
DVD releases
Upcoming Film Releases
South African Filmmaking
The South African Box Office
The Art of Writing and Making Films

Conversations
Interviews with Fiona Coyne, Henk Pretorius, Sharlto Copley, Regardt van den Bergh and more… Read more

The Write Stuff
Tips and advice from writers and filmmakers: exploring the genesis of a story that is told in pictures and eventually immortalised on disc. This week: The Last Airbender and Resident Evil.  Read more


Contact Us

Email: info@writingstudio.co.za     
Mobile: + 27 72 474 1079       
Fax: 086 672 1757

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On stage: Western Cape
On Stage: Gauteng 
On stage: KwaZulu Natal

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