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2019 Calendar

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Committee activities and events are open to WGAW Current, Post Current, Associate, and Associate Caucus members in Active status. If you have questions about your member status, please contact the Membership Department or call (323) 782-4532.

December

Monday
02

Have a Very "Gary" Christmas: Writing TV and Feature Holiday Films

7:30-9:30 p.m. – WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room.
Category: Inclusion and Equity

Info/RSVP: (323) 782-4589 or Yuletide. Every holiday season the airwaves and Internet overflow with heart-warming yuletide romances, fantasies and comedies. And who better than prolific secret elf, screenwriter Gary Goldstein (Mr. 365) to unpack Santa’s sleigh of techniques, themes, and tropes for these popular family-friendly stories? And before you say, "Bah, humbug," consider that this is one of the fastest ways for new writers to score important TV and feature credits. Plus if you aren't too naughty, there’ll be cider and cookies for all at the post-panel reception. (But be sure and leave some for Santa.) Panelists include: Michael Healy (Executive, Lifetime), Matt Lieberman (The Christmas Chronicles), Megan Metzger (The Princess Switch), Nina Weinman Swift (Homegrown Christmas), and others TBA. WGAW members with one guest.

Tuesday
03

Genre Committee Meeting

7:30-9:30 p.m. – WGAW Second Floor, Room 2A.
Category: Inclusion and Equity Committee Meetings

Info: (323) 782-4589. The Genre Committee was formed with the sole purpose of attracting writers interested in a certain genre, to meet, discuss and exchange information in a peer-to-peer setting. Our mission is to push education, diversity and camaraderie amongst all writers no matter their background. The Committee welcomes all writers because writers work in all genres.

Thursday
05

WGF: War of the Words: Holiday Edition Trivia Night

7-9 p.m. – WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room.
Category: Writers Guild Foundation

Info/Tickets: WGFoundation. War of the Words is WGF's audiovisual film and television Trivia Night that features eight rounds of challenging film and TV trivia and prizes for our top teams. We’ll provide the drinks, you bring your A-game. Register as a team of six or come and make new friends! With an individual ticket, we will randomly assign you to a team.

Sunday
08

WGF: Seasons Givings Holiday Party

4:30-6:30 p.m. – NeueHouse Hollywood.
Category: Writers Guild Foundation

Info/Tickets: WGFoundation. Join WGF for holiday cocktails and conversation with a purpose. We’re raising money and introducing two new initiatives: one that will offer college stipends to the children of WGAW members, and the other to pay off one lucky new WGAW member’s student debt through a lottery drawn that evening. Enter lottery and buy tickets to the party at the link.

Monday
09

Committee of Women Writers Meeting

7-9:30 p.m. – WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room.
Category: Inclusion and Equity Committee Meetings

Info: (323) 782-4589. 7 p.m. "Happy Half Hour" (networking, snacks, and beverages); 7:30 p.m. meeting. This committee represents the interests of female WGAW writers who are seeking WGA-covered work. We sponsor events designed to increase our knowledge of the craft and the marketplace, discuss the role of women as storytellers and foster networking and collaboration between women in all Guilds, as well as increase opportunities for education, employment opportunities and creative expression. Our goal is to empower all writers and improve the profile and perception of Women writers in the industry.

Tuesday
10

WGF: Writers on Writing with Damon Lindelof

7:30-9 p.m. – WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room.
Category: Writers Guild Foundation

SOLD OUT. Info/Tickets: WGFoundation. On this special evening, we sit down with renowned writer and executive producer Damon Lindelof to find out his process for adapting the latest HBO hit, Watchmen, how he approaches world building in his series, which have included The Leftovers and Lost, and how he tackles writing for features vs. television. Moderated by Marc Bernardin (Castle Rock).

Wednesday
11

Committee of Black Writers Meeting

7-9 p.m. – WGAW 1st Floor, Room 1A.
Category: Inclusion and Equity Committee Meetings

Info: (323) 782-4589. The Committee of Black Writers is dedicated to empowering and increasing industry visibility of African-American writers and generating more career and networking opportunities.

Thursday
12

Seasoned Readings: Jesusland by David Folwell

7:30-9 p.m. – WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room.
Category: Inclusion and Equity

Info/RSVP: (323) 782-4589 or Jesusland. The Career Longevity Committee invites you to a reading of the teleplay Jesusland by David Folwell. Jesusland follows David Kirkwood, pastor of one of the largest mega churches in the country, whose life and faith are rocked after a violent attack. David must find a new truth, one that will more than likely be at odds with his former faith, as he continues to lead a huge congregation who still believe in him. Directed by Melanie Armer. Cast: Patrick Fabian (Better Call Saul), Jessalyn Gilsig (Vikings), and O-Lan Jones (Edward Scissorhands). The WGAW Career Longevity Committee’s Seasoned Readings series promotes and celebrates the work of writers age 50 and over. A light reception will follow the reading. WGAW members plus one guest.

Thursday
12

WGF: The Scriptnotes Holiday Live Show

8-9:30 p.m. – Los Angeles Film School Main Theater.
Category: Writers Guild Foundation

Info/Tickets: WGFoundation. Join screenwriters and Friends of the Foundation John August and Craig Mazin for a special live holiday edition of their weekly podcast, Scriptnotes. Special guests include: Kevin Feige (Chief Creative Officer, Marvel Entertainment), Lorene Scafaria (Hustlers), and Shoshannah Stern & Josh Feldman (This Close).

Saturday
14

1917: Guild Screenings Q&A with Sam Mendes & Krysty Wilson-Cairns

After 7:30 p.m. screening – Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Dr., Beverly Hills.
Category: Guild Screenings

Q&A with 1917 writers Sam Mendes & Krysty Wilson-Cairns begins immediately after the screening (TRT: 110 minutes). WGAW members only with two guests. Guild membership card required for entry.

Thursday
19

Asian American Writers Committee Meeting

7-9:30 p.m. – WGAW 4th Floor, Boardroom.
Category: Inclusion and Equity Committee Meetings

Info: (323) 782-4589. 7 p.m. "Happy Half Hour" (networking, snacks, and beverages); 7:30 p.m. meeting. The Asian American Writers Committee represents the professional and creative interests of Asian American Guild members. Its mandate is to be dedicated to the encouragement, empowerment and employment of writers of Asian heritage. Join us for an informative and fun evening in a relaxed environment. Snacks will be provided. All members welcome.

Friday
20

Uncut Gems: Guild Screenings Q&A with Ronald Bronstein & Josh Safdie & Benny Safdie

After 7:30 p.m. screening – Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Dr., Beverly Hills.
Category: Guild Screenings

Q&A with Uncut Gems writers Ronald Bronstein & Josh Safdie & Benny Safdie begins immediately after the screening (TRT: 135 minutes). WGAW members only with two guests. Guild membership card required for entry.