2023 Lost and Found: Playwriting Workshop Series

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Dates

May – June, 2023

Location

Ann’s Florist and Coffee Bar,
1001 E Las Olas Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Description

A 6-week playwriting workshop series & public performance inspired by the teachings of Maria Irene Fornes.

“Lost and Found” is a 6-week, intergenerational playwriting program that includes a workshop series and a rehearsal process that will culminate in a public performance of new short plays written by participants. The Fornes method is highly accessible for new or early career writers and frequently liberating for more experienced ones.

Cost to Participate

  • There is a $50 non-refundable registration fee.
  • This project is sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council of Arts and Culture and the State of Florida.

Who Can Participate

  • This workshop is open to both aspiring and established writers. No prior playwriting experience is required to participate.
  • Participants must be 18 or older.

Workshop Format & One-on-One Sessions

  • Workshop sessions will be held via Zoom on Wednesdays from 7pm-9pm EST.
  • Workshop Dates: May 10, 24, 31 and June 7
  • Participants will be provided Zoom links for all sessions when they register.
  • After the 3rd workshop, participants will have a one-on-one session via Zoom with a workshop facilitator.

Requirements

  • Works developed during this series will enjoy a live public performance in the form of a staged reading.
  • The staged reading will be held on Sunday June 25 at MAD Arts in Dania Beach.

Requirements

  • Participants must submit writing drafts by deadlines provided.
  • Participants must have access to reliable internet and a computer.
  • Participants will be allowed one excused absence from the workshop sessions.
  • Participants must maintain regular communication with workshop leaders via email.