Write and complete your feature screenplay before the year ends—all under the mentorship of global executive Thomas Pemberton of Mind’s Eye Entertainment, who has already discovered four writers through Stage 32 and has their projects under option!

Limited to 15 writers 

We have found ourselves in a particularly unique and exciting time in the industry where more studios, companies and producers than ever are actively looking for new voices, new ideas, and new scripts to invest in and bring to the screen. As production begins to ramp up, executives are determined to bring new content to the screen and are ready to elevate (and pay) talented writers to make that happen. It’s prime time to contribute to this demand and finally bring your passion film to fruition. But before you do that, you need to actually get that screenplay written and out there.

Writing a screenplay is a HUGE undertaking that can often be overwhelming and isolating. But it doesn’t have to be. Finding your community to offer support, expert guidance and, perhaps most important of all, accountability to actually finish your script can make all the difference. Completing your screenplay is the first and often most daunting hurdle you need to face to get your work out there and create a name and career for yourself, but now is the time to do it. Let’s make sure you have the resources and expertise you need to face this challenge head on and finally get your passion project on paper.

Thomas Pemberton is the Development Executive at the global production company Mind's Eye Entertainment, which has produced over 60 feature film and television projects. They have produced over $400 million in film and TV projects and have garnered over 50 national and international awards. Thomas has a keen eye for great material and is quick to champion material he believes in. He discovered four writers through Stage 32 who now have their projects under option with Mind’s Eye Entertainment! You can read more here.

Over 12 intensive weeks, Thomas will work closely with you and a small group of writers in outlining, writing, and actually completing your feature film screenplay. Each week, Thomas will lead an intimate group session where he will offer notes and guidance on specific portions of each writer’s screenplay or planning documents, incrementally and methodically working towards a complete and polished product. You will additionally have the benefit of getting support, feedback and perspective from the other members of the lab, as well as the opportunity to offer your own for their projects.

Take control of your dream and creative career and give yourself the accountability and guidance you need to clear this obstacle and write something you can be proud of and that will get you noticed.

This interactive Stage 32 lab is held on Zoom and goes substantially more in depth than a Stage 32 webinar. Best of all? As soon as you sign up you will be linked on email with Thomas and given a questionnaire to fill out and send back to him. You will have access to him for the duration of your class by email to ask her any questions you have about your craft or career - it’s like having a mentor on demand! And, if you can't make a live session, don't worry! All class recordings will be available 48 hours after each session and you will be able to view them in your Library on your Stage 32 profile. Finally, you can expand your network with like-minded creatives - you'll have a dedicated lounge for interactive support and discussions with your fellow classmates!

"What I most like about working with Stage 32 is finding new writers. We have optioned three projects that have come through Stage 32. The range and variety of material is amazing, so whatever you are looking for they have got something for you." -- Thomas Pemberton

Each week, Thomas will delve into a specific planning document or sequence of each student’s script, offer feedback, and assign a new document or sequence to be written for the next session. Thomas will conclude the lab with a one-on-one final evaluation with each student where he gives feedback on the screenplay draft as a whole and ideas on how to move forward.

Each class will include a Q&A with Thomas where you can ask him specific questions about your project.

• Session 1 – One Page Synopsis
• Session 2- Two Page Synopsis
• Session 3- Five Page Synopsis
• Session 4 – Sequence 1 (first ~10 pages of the script)
• Session 5 – Sequence 2
• Session 6 – Sequence 3
• Session 7 – Sequence 4
• Session 8 – Sequence 5
• Session 9 – Sequence 6
• Session 10 – Sequence 7
• Session 11 - Sequence 8 (full screenplay!)
• Session 12 – Final Evaluation with Thomas (one-on-one consultations - no online class)

To see the full class schedule, see the "Class Schedule" section below.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• By the end of this 12-week writing lab, you will have a feature film screenplay ready to be shown to reps, development execs and other executives and professionals.
• If you can't make a live session, don't worry! It will be recorded and you can watch it on demand at your convenience. 
• **Thomas will be available to you on email during the 12 sessions to answer any questions you have about your craft, career or project.**
• Sessions will consist of weekly 2-hour group settings as well as a final one-on-one consultation with Thomas. You will be held accountable to take the lessons from each week and move your work forward.
• Plus, to keep you motivated and inspired, you will have access to a dedicated Stage 32 Lounge where you can communicate with your fellow classmates throughout the writing process.

PLEASE NOTE: This exclusive Stage 32 lab is limited to 10 writers and will be booked on a first come, first served basis. The opportunity to work this closely and for this long with an accomplished development executive and an expert in the field is an incredibly unique and valuable opportunity. If you are interested, please book quickly. Once the spots are gone, they’re gone for good.

• Payment plans are available - please contact the education team at edu@stage32.com for more information
• This lab is limited to 10 people 
• This lab is designed for beginner, intermediate, and expert screenwriters looking to build a feature screenplay from scratch or expand on an existing idea or polish an existing script.

All levels of screenwriters (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to write their feature film screenplay.

All levels of screenwriters (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to add a marketable feature film screenplay to their portfolio.

All levels of screenwriters (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn the craft of feature film screenplay writing from a world renown development executive who has sold many projects in the marketplace.

Producers who want to better understand the feature film genre and what represents a marketable feature film script.

Actors who want to take control of their careers by writing a feature film screenplay.

Sunday June 22nd 9am-11am PST

Sunday June 29th 9am-11am PST

Sunday July 13th 9am-11am PST

Sunday July 20th 9am-11am PST

Sunday July 27th 9am-11am PST

Sunday August 3rd 9am-11am PST

Sunday August 10th 9am-11am PST

Sunday August 17th 9am-11am PST

Sunday August 24th 9am-11am PST

Sunday August 31st 9am-11am PST

Sunday September 7th 9am-11am PST

Sunday September 14th 9am-11am PST

Praise For Thomas:

"Thomas was instrumental in helping me get to that glorious 'Fade Out' at the end of my screenplay. After working with Thomas I feel confident that my script is ready to be read by executives and reps!" -- Sabrina S.

"I didn't realize how much I didn't know about story structure and dialogue before working with Thomas. He opened my eyes to all the nuances in writing that I apply to all my work now." -- Sam B.

"Felt so good to get to the end of my script! Thank you, Thomas, for your expert guidance. This course has truly been invaluable!" -- Liam R.