W&M Libraries Events

TV is a writer?s medium and in this workshop we?ll walk through the logistics of how scripted television gets made from a writer?s perspective ? from pilot development through series production.

Come in with questions about comedy writing, late night television writing, or even children?s book writing for this open-ended Q&A session with Jill Twiss, writer for Last Week Tonight With John Oliver and author of ?A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo.?

We often think about how painting and fine art have influenced cinema. Less understood is how painters use film as an extension of their practice. This talk will show examples of works of film and video art made by painters and other visual artists.

In this workshop, we?ll discuss/brainstorm/ruminate on all the ways you can leverage the blissfully diverse nature of a TWAMP resume into an entry-level theater career.

In a media landscape where companies like Youtube, Netflix, and Twitch are beginning to overwhelm their traditional media predecessors, what can you expect working in the digital media space versus more long-established production models?

Everyone has an idea for a TV show, whether it?s the next big crime doc, hilarious dating show, or dramatic competition series. How much development do you need to do before pitching and what exactly do you need to send?

Learn how to make a ?long take? engaging and dynamic using professional filmmaking tools. In addition to learning about the tools, students will create a single long-take shot during the class.