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In Person Events & Classes
Online Events & Classes
Hybrid Events & Classes
The Poetry Studio (Tuesday Evenings)
Online or at The MuseA workshop for advanced writers with workshop experience
Creative Nonfiction and Memoir 3: Deeper into Revision and Exploring Publication (Mornings)
Online or at The MuseReturning members from Nonfiction 2 and new writers with advanced nonfiction workshop experience complete the final stage of the art of nonfiction muse series of classes with more advanced workshop opportunities focusing on revision. We will also explore publication preparation and research for those writers are interested in taking that next step. Use code cohort2024…
The Screenwriting Workshop
Online or at The MuseA workshop for writers with some workshop experience
Screenwriting 3: Refining & Pitching Your Script
Online or at The MuseThe level three screenwriting class of three
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Mornings)
Online or at The MuseThe level two fiction class of three
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Evenings)
Online or at The MuseThe level two fiction class of three
The Thing at the Naro Theater
Naro Expanded Cinema (1507 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, United States)The Thing comes to the Naro big screen for Flashback Friday on Friday, January 24, 2025. We’ll have plenty of boozy beverages available, with proceeds benefiting The Muse Writers Center’s scholarship funds. As always, all alcohol sales are CASH only–please hit the ATM beforehand. We’ll also have plenty of other goodies, theater snacks, and trivia…
Explore Calligraphy: The Art of Elegant Handwriting
Explore calligraphy, the art of elegant handwriting. Students will be introduced to italic letterforms using square-nibbed felt tip pens as writing tools. This seminar will provide a foundation for developing your own personal style of italic handwriting. A materials list and suggested places to purchase materials will be provided by the teacher.
THE SCRIBES: A CLUB FOR 18-25 YEAR OLD WRITERS
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesAre you a young adult, college student or otherwise, looking to meet fellow writers? Then join us every2nd and 4th Sunday from 4-6PM to write, socialize, and eat snacks. Each meeting will have a critique section, as well as time to write and share. Open to anyone 18-25 interested in any form of creative writing.…
Making a Genre Smoothie
OnlineGenre mashups are a hot trend in publishing, but crafting a novel that sits comfortably on two or more shelves is easier said than done. Every genre has specific expectations attached, and your story will disappoint or even anger their fans if you don't meet them. This class will define the characteristics of various genres,…
The Not Ready For Workshop Writers
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesWriters will read about six minutes of something they have written, then receive gentle feedback from other members of the club. Ages 18 and up. All levels of writing experience. Writers will meet in the auditorium, at the rear of the the Muse.
The Intermediate Poetry Workshop
OnlineThe Poetry Workshop continues with returning members and new members having poetry writing experience. Fresh, intriguing poetry prompts offer group members the opportunity to experiment with various styles, forms, subjects and themes, and in doing so, will clarify their own voices as they actively write and revise original poems. Each workshop will include consideration of…