Screenplay Table Read Workshops
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Screenplay Table Read Workshops

Join us for interactive workshops where we bring your screenplay to life through table reads and feedback sessions.

By The Lincoln Lodge

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Sunday, May 4 · 12 - 2:30pm CDT

Location

The Lincoln Lodge

2040 North Milwaukee Avenue Chicago, IL 60647

Agenda

Intros and Expectations

Feedback Best Practices and Lincoln Lodge Code of Conduct

Timed reading and feedback sessions

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes

Screenplay Table Read Workshops hosted by Lincoln Lodge Training Center!

Have you wanted to have your script read out loud? Have you wanted feedback from peers on whether your latest draft is heading in the right direction? You’re in luck!


The Lincoln Lodge Training Center is expanding programming to create a free monthly workshop. Here, a small group of writers will bring in sections of their scripts to read and give one another notes and impressions in a safe and supportive space.


This is a wonderful free opportunity to network with other local writers, hear your work in other people’s voices, and support one another in improving our scripts.

This will be moderated by Lincoln Lodge’s screenwriting instructor Brandon Prosek.


The Lincoln Lodge Theater Code of Conduct

The Lincoln Lodge Theater and Training Center is a place to foster creativity, connection and artistic expression with an aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for performers to grow. Those entering this space must be able to come together in trust and respect, while honoring the diversity of its community members. The purpose of this document is to promote student/performer well being and encourage a collaborative and harmonious theater environment.

The following is a list of expectations for students and performers while in The Lincoln Lodge space:

-Be aware of the diverse background of theater attendees/classmates and create material from a place of fun, respect and kindness towards others

-Sexist, racist, homophobic, and discriminatory behavior or jokes will not be tolerated

-Behave professionally and respectfully towards others

-Treat sensitive and risky subject matter carefully and with emotional intelligence. Be open to having a constructive, open conversation about a performance afterwards if the occasion arises.


The following is a non-exhaustive list of prohibited conduct:

-Physical abuse

-Theft/damage/misuse of property: Theft or damage, misuse and unauthorized possession or improper use of personal property; and unauthorized or improper use of, or entry into, theater facilities

-Harassment: Threatening, harassing, bullying or intimidating a person, either verbally, in writing or through electronic or other means

-Sexual Harassment: Unwanted/unwelcome sexual behavior directed at a person in a physical, verbal or non-verbal form

-Drug/alcohol use: Possession, consumption, sale, distribution or use of illicit drugs or outside alcohol is strictly prohibited. Additionally, the Lincoln Lodge is a smoke free zone, including vaping/e-cigarettes.

-Weapons and hazardous materials: The use, possession or storage of any firearms or weapons; dangerous materials or chemicals are prohibited on the theater premises


Consequences for breaching our Code of Conduct will be dealt with accordingly and may consist of, but not limited to: warnings, apologies, probation, suspension, or even removal from the premises. All decisions in regards to situations will be at the discretion of the theater director and training center manager.

Frequently asked questions

Can I bring any type of writing to this workshop?

These workshops are for tv scripts, screenplays, plays, or sketches. These workshops are not intended for stand-up or live lit. The Lincoln Lodge does host several open mics throughout the week as well as stand-up classes. That info can be found on tThe Lodge website https://www.thelincolnlodge.com/

Do I have to bring writing samples to these workshops?

No. If you are a writer looking to get a feel for a writer's room and want to listen and give other writers feedback, you are more than welcome to attend.

How much time feedback/table reading time is alloted to each attendee per session?

This depends on attendance. Attendance will be capped at 10 writers per session.

What will I need to bring to each session?

As scripts will be read from your own devices, a laptop, phone, or tablet is recommended.

Organized by

Known primarily for the nation’s longest running independent comedy show (The Lincoln Lodge) we also produce special events, help others organizations to raise money with comedy events and offer classes (Feminine Comique and Stand-Up Seminary) to encourage more community participation in stand-up comedy. We have been very successful at nurturing local talent and can point to a long line of alumni like Hannibal Burress, Kyle Kinane, T.J. Miller, Pete Holmes and Cameron Esposito who all got their start at The Lodge. Our reputation for professionalism, talent and integrity means organizations such as Just for Laughs and Comedy Central have invited us to collaborate with them.