Throughout this studio, we will learn about comedy writing and practice looking for a comedic angle in everyday events. The main focus for this second session will be creating personal, standup-style jokes inspired by the news.
Together, we’ll explore pairing visual art with poetry through the language of color. As we aim to use color theory as our guide, we’ll dive into the emotions and energies that different hues inspire.
In this session we explore low fantasy as a subgenre and discuss existing literature as our model for our own. Discover how changing small fantasy elements in a story can have a big impact.
This month, be prepared to learn about how easy zine creation can be (and what a zine is!) as well as how to pair photos and visual artwork with the written word to create something new and beautiful. No experience or supplies needed — just come prepared for a night of chill vibes and three or more of your own photos for this project.
This month, attendees will explore the importance of defining a brand’s voice, and how this can make a lasting impact, regardless of scale or growth.
This Mentor PD provides an overview of the legal, financial, and social barriers faced by undocumented and first-generation students. Participants will learn about the diversity within the undocumented community, the challenges both groups face when navigating education and careers, and the protections and resources available to support them. The session equips mentors with practical tools to better advocate for undocumented and first-gen youth and help create more inclusive, informed environments.
Literature to Life in partnership with Girls Write Now presents The Great Gatsby.
Considered to be one of the greatest American novels, this story explores the glittering promises and devastating illusions of the American Dream. The LTL actor embodies multiple characters, conveying the lengths each will go to attain their desires. Through this portrayal, audiences witness both the allure and emptiness of Gatsby’s dream. The adaptation focuses on the tensions between, and treatments of, social class, gender, race, and the true cost of the American Dream.
This workshop will help you shape your query letter into a compelling introduction to your work that can truly resonate with the right literary agent. Together, we’ll explore the key elements of an effective query, draft a letter, and receive supportive, expert feedback from experienced agents.
