The Script Revision Workshop begins Wednesday, June 15 and continues for 8 weeks. Classes meet from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at 440 Studios, 440 Lafayette Street. The cost is $495.00 Why: I know the excitement of being in a screenwriting workshop and chipping away at a screenplay until you find what is essential. I will share with you the tremendous insight and training I received from the celebrated faculty at Columbia University’s graduate film program, while studying for my MFA degree. When I r …

GO TO NYCscreenwriter.org for all updates, schedules, blogs, multimedia and script services. NycScreenwriter.org, where screenwriters meet, offers classes twice monthly at a convenient midtown Manhattan location. Our goal is to demystify the craft of screenwriting and make it accessible to any writer who wants to learn. Our thriving membership are a diverse group of writers, of all abilities, who meet to fine-tune craft, share war stories, professional triumphs, network and develop contacts i …

As screenplay writers, I think most of us write because part of our passion is fueled by the movies, which inspires us. Personally, I prefer to breakdown a movie by watching it rather than reading the script. That’s why I created this group. This is a group where screenplay writers can discuss what makes great movies work from a story point of view. I think, if we all were to watch a film then discuss a film with fellow screenwriters afterwards - from the perspective of breaking down how the sto …

This group was created to help writers advance their skills and help writers network with other writers, filmmakers and producers. This groups focus is for screenwriters and playwrights but all writers are welcome to join!

The goal of this meetup group is to become better filmmakers and actors. You can only learn so much about filmmaking from reading books (which is helpful in its own right), or going to film school (very expensive/time intensive)... but the best way is improve as a filmmaker and actor is to get involved in the whole process numerous times (Director Robert Rodriguez made thirty shorts before making his first full length feature, El Mariachi ). It is our hope that by repeatedly making good little f …

***This group is currently on hiatus, check back here or look out for email updates on if / who / when we start up the weekly screenwriting or production groups for spring/summer*** About a year ago, I began purchasing equipment to develop video content. It started out with a camera, then another, then microphones, then Final Cut, then Motion, then a green screen, then lighting, and so forth. I realized that there are probably other people like me, producers, directors, cinematographers, sound …

This is a filmmakers group for those in film who are inspired to shoot now! This is a group for active members only; people who are desperate to make awesome movies. You must be motivated and willing to make it to production meetings. Here we are a team. To start we take on one film at a time. We meet once a week for production meetings and brainstorming. We then shoot our scene, short or feature film and move to the next. We are a family and this my friends is how we make it big!

REAL/RECENT PHOTOS REQUIRED FOR MEMBERSHIP! The New York Entertainment Industry Friends Meetup consists of Filmmakers, Actors, Musicians,Screenwriters,Producers,Television, Music and other Entertainment industry professionals who want to network. Special events include film screenings, networking forums, professional entertainment workshops and seminars. Meet Filmmakers, Actors, Directors, Screenwriters, Producers and Entertainment Industry professionals. Our events are designed to help …

Adams Apple is a creative platform for filmmakers who want to work actively on producing short films during the weekdays. With this group I hope to bring together professionals with varied specifications in order to write, shoot, edit and showcase quality short-films. I started this group because I have to work on weekends and therefore cannot partake in the activities of other New York film Meetups. With Adams Apple I hope to assemble a strong team that will be able to work together on creating …

Shut Up and Write! Meetup is a venue for writers to work in the company of other writers on a regular basis. Writing, whether approached as a profession or as an avocation, is an isolating activity. We provide this forum, writing resources and meeting times as a method of developing a community of creative people. We welcome people who are serious about ‘writing down the bones’ and are looking for the companionship of other writers. Meetup Format Making the time to write one hour per week is an …

Calling all DUMBO filmmakers! Come together and rub shoulders with others like you in your community. This is a group for anyone interested in filmmaking, producing, documentary filmmaking, nonfiction storytelling, public programming and education! We want to get together once a month, in a casual setting, and learn about the people in our community who share these passions!

The National Writers Union (UAW Local 1981) is the only labor union representing freelance writers in every genre. With 16 chapters nationally, the NWU works to advance economic and working conditions of writers -- lobbying for legislation, initiating lawsuits, educating writers on their rights, networking, organizing picket lines, publicizing viable alternatives to unfair practices by both the traditional and Internet publishers, and by mobilizing members to fight for their collective self-inte …

Welcome To The Artist's Way To Creating Visibility Meetup Group! This meetup is designed for all types of artists, writers, actors, poets, sculptors -- anyone who creates art and desires to share it with the world. Regardless of your past creative experience, or the amount of success you have had with your career this group is open to all levels, types of artists and those associated with the arts professions. Our mission is to learn from each other, be inspired, and gain a fresh perspective wh …

Founded in 1947 as an imaginative alternative to the commercial theater by Judith Malina, the German-born student of Erwin Piscator, and Julian Beck, an abstract expressionist painter of the New York School, The Living Theatre has staged nearly a hundred productions performed in eight languages in 28 countries on five continents – a unique body of work that has influenced theater the world over. Now, in The Living Theatre’s 62nd year, we are proud to present THE LIVING THEATRE CONSERVATORY offer …

Want to meet and work with active film industry professionals? What about attending red carpet premieres and networking events at prestigious venues with reps from major, well known entertainment companies? Want to join the circles of New York's up and coming directors, producers and actors? Of course you said yes, we don't need to ask. The Filmmakers Network is one of the only meet ups that doesn't focus on workshops and seminars...but actually making the cogs in the New York film industry mesh …

********** IS THE PLACE FOR ACTORS ********** * We provide a support network where we can exchange info and ideas that will further our careers. * At our meetings we stay connected with our peers and we share news concerning casting and opportunities. * We also run through a gamut of improv exercises that are lots of fun and that are truly inspiring. * Plus, deserving and dedicated members of the group, are selected to perform in readings of new screenplays. For More Info About Our Gro …

Jersey City Writers is a community of dedicated scribes who seek to develop and explore their craft by interacting with other writers. We inspire and support each other to be the best writers we can be in a fun and open social setting. JCW meets on two separate days -- Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each meeting day follows the same schedule.  Twice a month we host a Writer’s Workshop and twice a month we host a night of Writer's Prompts. (Please see schedule for details and guidelines). All genres a …

New York City has a huge population of talented filmmakers and upcoming artists. This is a networking group for people who are involved or who want to become involved in Film & Video Production: Producers, Directors, Writers, Cinematographers, Shooters, Editors, Audio, Actors, Composers, Set Designers, etc. My goal is to have an event at least every couple months: networking events, staged readings, movie nights, screenings of member's films, and Q&A sessions. I envision this group as being a re …

This film series provides a forum for local and independent filmmakers and video artists to share and discuss their work and ideas. Each month we'll screen one or more works and then circle up for an intimate conversation with the artists or guest speaker. We'll focus on "art" films, both abstract and and narrative, primarily by local filmmakers, as well as hard-to-find foreign classics, and new documentaries. We have also started to organize and attend seminars on various industry topics like h …

Filmmakers!  From Concept to treatment to script to production to distribution deal. Let's get together and discuss it all! This meetup is for filmmakers to meet and discuss the creative side AND the business side of filmmaking. WRITERS with a script, meet filmmakers who may want to develop your film. FILMMAKERS, let's brainstorm and compare notes about distribution. DP's and DSLR shooters, let's talk about casting, directing, about web series, and about self-distribution.

So what, NBC just canceled "Smash"? Have you been a fan of Smash but have been ashamed to admit it? No more! NBC is having Smash series finale on May 26 and this is for people who want to get together to celebrate its great run and literally, go with a big bang, yes with a big smash! I already have a few good locations in mind and I'd love to get together with like minded individuals to enjoy this precious moment. Let's laugh, cry and live this moment. Isn't that all what we live for? So let's b …

Writer’s Block: Is It Real? Why do we want to write but find ourselves unable to do it? Perhaps it is as simple as this: We are simply having a thought -- a thought like: I don’t have the time. It won’t be any good. I’ll just quit anyway. I always do. No one will like it. I don’t feel like it. It’s too hard. I need to feel moved to write. I need to be inspired. There will be no pay off. I am no good at it. Not really. Others are better at it than I am. I’m too tired. I need to watch TV or check …

Many spiritually awakening individuals are drawn to the entertainment industry. Why? Its many challenges and the uncertainty of the pathway is a great way to discover the illusions, insecurities and fears of the mind in order to transcend them. In this sense it is very much a spiritual pathway. If we are truly to experience a mass shift in consciousness the far reaching potential of the entertainment industry is one of the best ways to create a paradigm shift. In the last few years we have seen …

We are a community of Emmy winners, Webby honorees, YouTube celebrities, special FX gurus, celebrity hair & makeup artists, and film & television personalities with the intent to equip the growing legions of internet content creators with the know-how, tools and resources necessary to transform their ideas into television quality productions. Hangar Underground is a creative content incubator that helps aspiring “Generation YouTube” content creators professionalize and popularize their media pro …

This meetup is for those interested in filmmaking. You can join no matter what your experience level is. This will be a very hands on meetup and will allow everyone to practice their craft, meet other artistic people and CREATE, CREATE, CREATE. Whether you are an actor, production designer, grip, screenwriter, film critic, director, producer, art director, sound engineer, costume designer, production designer or cinematographer, you can join up for this group.

Welcome to our Writers' Salon! We're an eclectic group of aspiring and professional writers. Our events are fun social gatherings where, in a relaxed environment, we get together to make literary friends and professional contacts. We meet to discuss our work, motivate, collaborate, and above all have fun. TO JOIN: We're looking for intelligent, creative, and cultured people to join our writers circle of friends. When you apply, you must complete ALL the online profile questions AND add your phot …

A writing group is a bit like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Its quality very much depends on how well it's taken care of. A good writing group gives inspiration, motivation, community, perspective, and of course, constructive criticism. Unfortunately, groups often get bogged down in squabbles and ennui. Bananafish is a series of writing groups around the idea that it's worth a few bucks ($50 per month in this case) to hire a writer/teacher to handle the logistics, moderate the meetings, …

READ QUOTES FROM MEMBERS, VIEW PHOTOS, VIEW A VIDEO FROM OUR MEETINGS. http://screenwriters.meetup.com/303/about/ This group is for people who are not content with merely waiting around for that elusive "big break," but are ready to CREATE THEIR OWN PROJECTS to express their creative visions and take charge of their own future. Come out and meet others interested in partnering: creatively, resources, as well as monetarily to make films. If you are an Actor, Writer, Filmmaker, or other, and h …