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What is The Unspeakeasy School of Thought?
This brand-new series of writing workshops and interactive lectures designed in the spirit of The Unspeakeasy, meaning they’ll emphasize:
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Artistry over identity
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Craft-based analysis of student writing
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Real-world advice from industry pros
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Lively and nuanced discussion
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Intellectual curiosity
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Humor, support, inspiration, and fun
How it works
The courses will be taught by a range of authors, screenwriters, academics, rogue geniuses, and fearless subject matter experts, many of whose names you’ll recognize!
We’ll kick things off kicks off in April 2024 with three creative writing workshops, with the lecture series to launch soon thereafter. Writing workshops meet for two hours per week over Zoom for six weeks. Students will be invited to submit up to 15 pages of their work twice over the duration of the class. They may also sign up for one individual conference with the instructor during the session.
Check out the course descriptions, scheduling details and instructor bios below. Then jump on an application if you’re interested in joining a class, as space is limited to 9 students per class. To apply, email the following to courses@theunspeakeasy.com. Deadline to apply is April 8, 2024.
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Statement of interest (a few sentences explaining why you want to take the class)
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Writing sample (maximum 10 pages)
We’ll get back to you within a few days of receiving your application. Workshop fees are due in full through our payment portals to officially enroll.