Training Courses for 2008

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With International Actress Sasha Paul

Are you currently a professional or amateur actor and looking to expand your skills into acting on screen?  Or, do you think you have what it takes to become an extra in films?  If so this one-day interactive and intensive workshop run by international actress Sasha Paul is for you.  It is anticipated that participants will have some acting experience.

After the course there will be an opportunity for networking in the Lighthouse Bar and Cafe.

Who should attend?
This course is open to anyone who is interested in acting for film or television.

Prerequisites:
Basic acting experience.

Dates:
Saturday 12 April 2008
9.30am - 5.30pm

Course Fee:
Only £85 - Concessions for members of Equity £80 (proof required)

To book call Lighthouse, Poole on 08700 668701 or book on-line here



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With BBC Scriptwriter and editor Danny Stack

A one day workshop with Danny Stack, which will set writing enthusiasts on the road to creating their first script.  Danny is a script consultant reading and editing for The Irish Film Board, Working Title Films, Pathe Pictures, and the UK Film Council.   The course looks at character and story structure along with how to layout a script and the use of script devices.  To get the most benefit from the workshop, it is recommended that participants should have a strong interest in film or television.

After the course there will be an opportunity for networking in the Lighthouse Bar and Cafe.  

Who should attend?
This course is open to anyone who is interested in writing scripts..

Prerequisites
Good written and spoken English is required for this course.

Dates:
Saturday 19 April 2008
9.30am - 5.30pm

Course Fee:
Only £85 Concessions for members of The Writers’ Guild of GB £80 (proof required)

To book call Lighthouse, Poole on 08700 668701 or book on-line here

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lead by award-winning Documentary Producer Eric Harwood

This intensive one day workshop is designed to equip the confident filmmaker or writer, with the knowledge to find stories in the simplest of places and turn them into a documentary that will touch the heart of the audience. Lead by award-winning documentary producer of Channel 4's THE BOY WHOSE SKIN FELL OFF, the day will provide an opportunity to gain inside knowledge and tips for pitching new ideas to broadcaster’s ideal for anyone who wants to break into Documentary Filmmaking.

After the course there will be an opportunity for networking in the Lighthouse Bar and Cafe.  

Who should attend?
This course is open to anyone who is interested in Documentary production.

Prerequisites
Some basic film production experience.

Dates:
Saturday 10 May 2008
9.30am - 5.30pm

Course Fee:
Only £85

To book call Lighthouse, Poole on 08700 668701 or book on-line here

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lead by Danny Stack with guest speaker BAFTA nomiated Tim Clague

A two-day weekend Masterclass delivered by Danny Stack, which is full of invaluable practical support and recommendations on how to move your freelance career nearer to the goal of becoming a full time Screenwriter. Practice pitching, prepare attention grabbing log lines, treatments and synopses. Age 18 + Guest Speaker: BAFTA nominated Writer/Director Tim Clague

After the course there will be an opportunity for networking in the Lighthouse Bar and Cafe.  

Dates:
Saturday and Sunday 5 & 6 April 2008
9.30am - 5.30pm (4.30pm Sunday)

Course Fee:
Only £185 Concessions for members of the Writers’ Guild of GB £175 (Proof required)

Prerequisites
This course is for 18+ years only.

To book call Lighthouse, Poole on 08700 668701 or book on-line here

 

Course managed by Creative Thoughts Ltd

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lead by Phil Mathews, Jan Weddup and Danny Stack

This two-day weekend Masterclass explores how to write attention-grabbing comedy and effectively include this into your script.  From Sit-com to Rom-com on day one, to comedy submissions for television and film on day two. Situational Comedy and writing sketches with Jan Weddup, film writer and lecturer of MA and BA Screenwriting at Bournemouth University along with Phil Mathews, television and film writer, BA and MA lecturer and specialist in Rom-Com, romance and drama. Day two with award winning screenwriter Danny Stack, formerly script editor for some of the most iconic Channel 4 comedy series.  Danny has also been a script editor for Working Titles Film.

After the course there will be an opportunity for networking in the Lighthouse Bar and Cafe.  

Dates:
Saturday and Sunday 13 & 14 Sept 2008
9.30am - 5.30pm (4.30pm Sunday)

Course Fee:
Only £185 Concessions for members of the Writers’ Guild of GB £175 (proof required)

To book call Lighthouse, Poole on 08700 668701 or book on-line here

 

Course managed by Creative Thoughts Ltd

Terms: Due to unforeseen circumstances, it may be necessary to change the practitioner at the last minute and the organisers will secure appropriate practitioners with equal experience or standing.  Due to the popularity of these courses outside the London area, early booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment as numbers are capped. Course fees cannot be refunded unless a course is cancelled. Please see the terms and conditions of Lighthouse, Poole here.