EXPLORE YOUR CREATIVE TALENT

Find your purpose in writing and explore the endless possibilities you have to tell your story and express yourself.

Are you guilty of spending more time talking about your writing, than actually sitting down and putting words to paper?

If you find it difficult to start writing, not sure what medium to write for, or what to write, this workshop will empower you with the write skills and turn inspiration into profit.

The workshop explores the writing process and examines writing fiction, non-fiction and journalism.

It is a motivational and inspirational workshop for writers who need to sharpen their storytelling skills and learn the fundamentals of writing fiction and non-fiction.

Through different types of writing, such as screenwriting, playwriting, short stories, novels and journalism, you can learn to express yourself in a positive manner that can be shared with others and communicated to the world, and heal your creative self

The workshop is ideal for anyone who needs a jump start and take that step forward in writing creatively; during the workshop you will have the opportunity to write a short story and get positive feedback through practical and motivational exercises.

The advantages of a weekend workshop: it sharpens your creative focus, intensifies the creative process, maximizes your me-time and cuts down on traveling expenses.

TRAINER
Since he launched The Writing Studio 16 years ago Daniel Dercksen has presented over 500 workshops in scriptwriting and creative writing throughout South Africa.
As a published playwright, writer and movie journalist, he is a qualified ETD Practitioner (Education, Training and Development) - accredited by SAQA (The South African Qualifications Authority) -   working in accordance with the principles of the Department of Education and focusing on outcomes-based education, training and development, and has been involved in movie journalism for more than 20 years.
As a published movie journalist, with more than 22 years experience, he writes regular interviews and features for the trade magazine Screen Africa, as well as the Sunday Tribune, The Sunday Independent, and other newspapers and magazines .During the last year he has published more than 30 features and interviews, ranging from interviews with prominent international and local actors, writers and directors, to aspiring documentary filmmakers for Animal Planet.  Read more

GUEST SPEAKER
Writer and performer Saul Reichlin, who is performing his dramatisation of the stories that inspired "Fiddler On The Roof", featuring the tale Gimpel the Fool by Nobel Prize Winner, Isaac Bashevis Singer, at Theatre on the Bay during March. Reichlin has been touring 35 cities in the U.K., U.S., Canada, Europe, and in South Africa.

DATES AND VENUE
CAPE TOWN
Saturday, March 27 and Sunday March 28 from 10h00 until 17h00
Planning Room, Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan Steet, Foreshore, Cape Town, South Africa

COST
The cost is R900.00. There is a discounted rate of R800.00 for scholars, students and pensioners.

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"Unlike some writing courses, this course is immensely practical. It equips the beginner with skills and a sense of what is necessary to write (beyond mere talent!) Sharing, i.e. reading our work out aloud or discussing the process of writing, was very beneficial. I have tended to keep my ideas to myself, and to be too self-conscious when it comes to showing others my work. This course enables one to connect with others exploring the same process, which ultimately allows one to be more free, more confident, and more able to overcome all the insecurities which stand in the way of one's writing ambitions. To be taught by someone who makes a living from the craft is the most valuable aspect of this course. Your insights and advice informed a more analytical approach to the craft of writing which has already paid dividends."   Ingrid Meintjes-Moakes

"I really enjoyed the course - it helped me to make the transition from writing bits and pieces and never finishing them, to getting something down from start to finish and getting it out. I was also quite daunted at hearing my story being read out in front of others, but that process helped me a lot and getting good feedback was a great leg-up for my confidence."  James Sleigh

"When I decided to enrol for the course, I had no idea what to expect. Nor did I have a clear picture of what kind of writing my abilities are most suited to. The course inspired me to identify my place in the writing arena. Thank you also for the opportunity to write my first review. The fact that it could be used for your website is a promising sign - not to mention that I can now add it to my portfolio which is priceless."  Leslie Pietersen

"Wow, what a stunning day , once I was over the life shock of having THAT piece read out . I had had some doubt about even submitting a piece so graphic and tried to re-write a sanitized version- impossible, it just wasn't my story anymore. It is like a declaration of intent, for me , to really put myself out there like that . I have done a fair amount of work on my 'exposure issue' over the years, and this was a real test, both as a person and as a writer .A freeing up experience. "Jackie Barrington

"I learnt a lot and definitely found it worth while. Was a good mix of business and technical information. I will recommend it !" Craig McGahey

"I think a good base of knowledge was covered and left me with a much better understanding of what I hope to achieve with my writing, and how to do this.  The insight into the application of problem-solving and various other life skills, to writing, is invaluable." Daryl Hunt

"I think about writing, but write too occasionally. The workshop has helped me imagine that I might finish a short story…" Kessete Tekié