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WORKSHOPS

Bennett has had over 30 scripts produced on TV and Radio as well as a feature film. He also works as a script consultant/editor for producers, writing teams and new writers. In addition to this he runs workshops which are friendly, structured and focussed on results.

 

Sitcom Writing: 5 Day and 1 Day Workshops

£98.50 + Booking Fee

“A brilliant introduction to the principles of sitcom writing and actually a whole lot of fun too”  
Iain Coyle, Former Commissioning Editor at DAVE

“We have used Bennett as a script consultant many times. You will learn tons about writing (and selling) really successful comedy scripts”  
Elaine Cameron, Producer of Men Behaving Badly and Sherlock

Always wanted to write Comedy? Have a Sitcom idea but don’t know where to start? Started a Sitcom script but don’t know how to finish? First time writer, or experienced, this Sitcom Writing Workshop will help you develop.

WORKSHOP INCLUDES:

Starting From a Blank Page, Characterisation, Plot Development, Dialogue, Joke Writing, Story Arcs, Formatting, Submitting Scripts to Producers

By the end of the Workshop you will have written a scene for a brand new sitcom. I will then read it and give you notes.

Previous students have:

  • Had their own Sitcom Series produced
  • Had a major feature film released in the cinema
  • Won the BAFTA Rocliffe Writing Award
  • Been awarded a University Scholarship for an MA in TV Fiction Writing
  • Won the Best Comedy Short Film at the Los Angeles Global Film Festival
  • Had a programme commissioned for Sky Arts

Next Workshop is a One Day Intensive Workshop on April 26th 11:00am-4:00pm

Book here: https://www.jokepit.com/e/56063

 

FORMAT

Live via Zoom.
5 days: Monday – Friday, 11am start.
One hour with group together.
Work to be done between sessions.

1 Day Intensive: 11:00am – 4:00pm

Limited numbers.

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    Sitcom Writing 5 Day Workshop
    £89.00

    Writers’ Room
    6 Writers, 2 Days

    £90

    A place for writers to work on their screenplays and scripts together. All helping each other, led by an experienced script editor.

    Stuck on a storyline? Worried your characters feel too similar? Don’t have a resolution for a plot? Just need stimulation? Benefit from creative input and offer your thoughts to other writers.

    FORMAT

    Each room (physical or online) is grouped with writers who can offer each other something – giving everyone time to work on notes and come back with developments.

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      Stand Up Comedy
      5 Day Workshop

      £95

      Ever wanted to try Stand-Up Comedy but didn’t know where to start? If you just answered ‘Yes’ or ‘Er…’ this is the workshop for you. Five days that could change your life, and is good fun too.

      WORKSHOP INCLUDES:

      • The various styles of humour
      • Working out your own style
      • How to come up with material and write it
      • The ‘Rule of Three’
      • How to hold the room
      • How to deal with hecklers
      • How to get gigs
      • The comedy industry and agents

      FORMAT

      Via Zoom.
      Five days, Monday – Friday 11am start.
      One hour with group together.
      Work to be done between sessions.
      Over 18s only

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        Script Boost
        One-to-One

        £100/Hour

         

        This rate is for working directly with a writer. For production companies, please contact directly for a quote.

        Bennett will read your script twice and then give you notes on plot, structure, character, dialogue etc to make it tighter and, where needed, funnier. Everything you write together on the project – you own. Writers Bennett has helped in the past have gone on to have their scripts produced and win awards.

         

         

        FORMAT
        Initially via email and then a follow-up Zoom call if required.

         





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