JUNE NEWSLETTER - JEN GRISANTI CONSULTANCY INC.
I
believe that strong writing is connected with spirituality and healing. Many of
us feel that we are in constant pursuit of healing. For some of us,
spirituality is a path to deeper meaning. By "spirituality" I mean an inner path enabling us to
discover the essence of our being. In order to get to this place, the writer
needs to do the work it takes to heal. There are many ways to do the work. We
can do it through therapy, yoga and meditation and by learning to be more
conscious. For more on this blog, go to The Huffington Post.
STORYWISE SEMINAR - STORY STRUCTURE FOR TV SPECS AND PILOT
SCRIPTS
Saturday, July 17, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at
the Writers Junction at 1001 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica 90401
This
two and a half hour seminar will go in depth into story
structure for television spec and pilot scripts. In the seminar, as well
as in the workbook, I will break down
several of the current shows that make strong specs. With each show that
I break down, I will write a formula that will help you to write a
strong spec script from the show. In our discussions about pilot  structure, we will go
over the top pilots picked up this year. In the
workbook, I will break down their story structure and how you can learn
from them to improve your writing. We will also go into universal
moments, theme, symbolism and messages. The seminar will be all about
guiding you to write standout TV spec and pilot scripts that increase
your chances of getting staffed and selling a pilot.
The
cost of this event is
$85.00 
PITCHFEST
SATURDAY JUNE 26, 2010 - TV PANEL
Marriott Burbank Hotel and Convention Center 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
I will be moderating a TV Panel at Pitchfest. The panelists are Janet Tamaro (RIZZOLI & ISLES, BONES, TRAUMA, SLEEPER CELL, BLACK SASH, C.S.I, NY), Moira Kirland (CASTLE, MEDIUM, THE DEAD ZONE, HAUNTED, THE TWILIGHT ZONE, DARK ANGEL), Tracy McMillan (CHASE, MAD MEN, UNITED STATES OF TARA, LIFE ON MARS, JOURNEYMAN) and Michael Narducci (MEDIUM, 4400, WATERFRONT).
STORYWISE SEMINAR WORKBOOK: GEARING UP FOR STAFFING AND
DEVELOPMENT SEASON
 The workbook that I give
out exclusively at my seminars is now available to you in hard copy format
for $22.95.
And as result of the large number of orders, the
workbook is now also downloadable on
Kindle and Lulu.com for
$18.95.
10% of the
profits from the sales of this workbook will benefit rescue and recovery
efforts in Haiti and Chile.
PODCAST SERIES
My newest Storywise Podcasts includeTed Humphrey
(THE GOOD WIFE, UNIT, SHARK, THE NINE)
Debra
J. Fisher (THE FORGOTTEN, CRIMINAL MINDS, CHARMED, THE OC). Rick Muirragui (THE GOOD GUYS, MEN OF A CERTAIN AGE, PAST LIFE, LIFE, CHARMED) In June, I will have George Mastras (BREAKING BAD, THE DRESDEN FILES, THE EVIDENCE). You can listen to all my podcasts on my website or iTunes.
Script Magazine/Final Draft is promoting this podcast as well.
BOOKS
WRITING FOR YOUR LIFE
Written by Deena Metzger
This is a beautifully written book about writing. It is very empowering. The exercises will push you to the limit. I highly recommend it.
THE WOMAN IN THE STORY
Written by Helen Jacey
This book is excellent. It will guide the writer on how to write stronger and more in depth female characters. It will also give you a lot of story ideas as you look at writing for women in a whole new way.
FRIDAY NIGHT DRINKS
The next Friday Night Drinks is Friday, August 6, 2010 at the X Bar at the Century Plaza Hotel at 2025 Ave. of the Stars. There will not be one in July because of the 4th of July holiday.
WRITING COMPETITIONS AND DIVERSITY PROGRAMS
FOX Writer's Initiative - Accepting submissions March 15 through June 30, 2010
NBC's Writers On The Verge- Accepting submissions May 26 - June 30, 2010
ABC Television Writing Fellowship- Accepting submissions June 1 through the end of July 1, 2010.
RESTAURANTS
Tiger Sushi
338 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills 90210
This is a delicious new sushi spot. You must try the crispy rice with scallops. It is outstanding!
EVENTS AROUND TOWN
MEAT, PREY, LUST - Dorie Theater at the Complex 6476 Santa Monica, Blvd., Hollywood, 90038
June 10, 11, 12 at 8:00 p.m., June 6 &13 at 2:00 p.m.
After a neurotic upper-middle class woman suddenly divorces her
cheating husband, she embarks on a journey of self around the globe.
Along the way, she explores the meaning of life, the spiritual expertise of
Gwyneth Paltrow, and the potency of margarita-induced vacation sex.
(Written by and starring Hayley Terris. Directed by Misha Krepon.)
This one woman show is EXCELLENT. It is hilarious! You will laugh like you have not laughed in a very long time. Hayley is brilliant. Buy tickets ($10.00 if you pre-order. $15.00 at the door)
LOS ANGELES FILM SCREENINGSThe Shaman & Ayahuasca: Journeys to Sacred Realms
A film by Michael Wiese ORDER
DVD Film Showings: June 17, 2010, 7pm and 9:15pm Cost: $12 ORDER ADVANCE TICKETS: 800.833.5738
(best way to ensure you get a seat) The Landmark Theater - Westside Pavilion 10850 West Pico at Westwood Blvd. (map) Q&A after each showing with filmmaker Michael Wiese
WRITERS GUILD FOUNDATION
FOR LOVE OR MONEY: THE PASSION PROJECT
Saturday
June 26 - 9am to 7pm
at Writers Guild of America west, 7000 w. Third
Street, Los Angeles
90048
A one-day mini-conference which will examine
the tension
between art
and commerce, the price to be paid (or not!) for following your
passion and
the imperatives of making a living as a writer. Breakout groups will
allow
participants to interact in small groups with an experienced writer
as leader.
Purchase
Tickets Here! Panelists/Speakers
will include: Shane Black
(Lethal Weapon),
Scott Z. Burns (The Informant!); Scott Cooper (Crazy Heart), Raymond
De Felitta
(City Island), Jim Kouf (Stakeout), Robert Nelson Jacobs (Chocolat),
Dan Petrie
Jr. (Beverly Hills Cop), Howard Rodman (Savage Grace), Eric Roth
(Forrest
Gump, The Insider), Robin Schiff (Romy & Michele's High School
Reunion),
Tom Schulman (Dead Poets Society), Robin Swicord (Little Women) plus
others
(All speakers confirmed subject to availability.) NEW YORK TELEVISION FESTIVAL
The New York Television Festival and Fox Broadcasting
Company have
teamed up to offer aspiring TV writers the opportunity to win $25,000
and a development deal with FOX!
Enter the 3rd Annual
FOX-NYTVF Comedy Script Contest and submit your
script for an original half-hour comedy series. 25 Finalists will have
their scripts evaluated by FOX for a possible development deal with
the network and one winner will receive $25,000 and a development
deal. Scripts must be entered by uploading them in a PDF format on the
NYTVF upload page, which can be found here beginning June 1, 2010. The
submission period will open at noon Eastern Time (ET) on June 1, 2010
and will close at noon ET on June 15. All submissions must be uploaded
during this time period, without exception. The contest will stop
accepting entries when this period elapses or when the Festival receives
1,500 script entries, whichever comes first.
If you have an interest in how my business works, you will want to watch this promo video produced by Superneato Productions.
EVENT UPDATES
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CONGRATS
Nick Wauters for THE EVENT being picked up
to series
Janet Tamaro for RIZZOLI & ISLES being picked up to series
Tracy McMillan for staffing on CHASE
Keto Shimizu for staffing on THE CAPE and
signing with Anne Damato and Brant Rose
Gina Lucita Monreal for signing with WME
Chitra Elizabeth Sampath for signing with Ragna Nervik
QUOTE
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.
~ Marcel Proust
Love,
Jen
www.jengrisanticonsultancy.com
Developing From Within
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