http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm Words Out West Blog. en-us Fri, 10 Sep 2010 01:13:09 +1000 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:56:00 +1000 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss writing@orange.nsw.gov.au writing@orange.nsw.gov.au http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2010/2/26/Screen-NSW-Script-Synopsis-for-Tues-2-March Get in quick for this one. Screen NSW is calling for further applications to its Aurora script development program for 2010. The deadline is COB, Tuesday 2 March. Ashley Luke, Director, Creative Partnerships, Screen NSW, said that there are openings in the 2010 program for projects that fit the Aurora criteria, as it was considered that some previous applicants were more suited to alternative development pathways. Applicants are advised, given the tight deadline, that scripts will NOT be accepted. In the first instance, Screen NSW is calling for a detailed synopsis. All other eligibility requirements, which are outlined in the guidelines and on the application form, must be strictly adhered to and sent along with the synopsis. For application forms and/or further information visit the Screen NSW Aurora webpage or telephone Louise Blue, Aurora Coordinator, on 02 8222 4844, fax 02 8222 4040 or by email at aurora@screen.nsw.gov.au Film Opportunity Scriptwriting News Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:56:00 +1000 http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2010/2/26/Screen-NSW-Script-Synopsis-for-Tues-2-March http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2010/1/28/Romance-Writing-at-National-Library Celebrate Valentine's Day with world-renowned romance writer, Valarie Parv, as she reveals some of the secrets of writing a romance novel. With 25 million copies of her books sold internationally, it's no wonder Valerie Parv is known as Australia's queen of romance. Then, following a booksigning and refreshments, enjoy a special screening of the Australian film Paperback Hero (1999), starring Hugh Jackman and Claudia Karvan. Imagine Hugh Jackman as Jack Willis, a handsome roadtrain driver with a secret - he has just become a top-selling romance novelist. But being a 'man's man', he needs a name, a woman's name - and he chooses that of his best friend, Ruby Vale. Cost: $10 (refreshments included) National Library of Australia, Theatre on Friday 12 February at 5pm. Bookings: 02 6262 1271 or bookings@nla.gov.au Film Events Reading and Writing Fiction Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:40:00 +1000 http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2010/1/28/Romance-Writing-at-National-Library http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2009/11/26/4th-Dungog-Film-Festival--Call-for-Script-Entries The Dungog Film Festival is one of the most vibrant and unique film festivals in the country. Set in the tiny historic NSW town of Dungog, the four-day non-competitive annual event is now the biggest festival of Australian film content in the world. The Dungog Film Festival In The Raw live script read program is a key festival event, which has attracted an impressive list of writers including Fiona Seres (Love My Way) Dave Warner (Garage Days) and Julia Leigh (The Hunter). Leigh's 2008 In The Raw script Sleeping Beauty was recently financed by Screen Australia and is set for production in 2010. In the Raw is more than just reading the scripts aloud, it is an intimate workshop environment for writer-producer teams to put their projects to the test in front of leading industry professionals and public. This is an opportunity to see what's working, and what's not and have a real audience provide valuable feedback. The 4th Dungog Film Festival In The Raw program is calling for submissions of unproduced feature, miniseries and TV series scripts by Australian nationals. Selected scripts will receive $9,000 (approx.) in script development support to perform the script live for audiences at the 2010 Festival. To enter, simply visit http://www.dungogfilmfestival.org/film-entry/ and download an In The Raw entry form. Dungog Film Festival is on the NSW Master Events Calendar and is proudly supported by Events NSW and Screen NSW. For more information and entry guidelines visit: www.dungogfilmfestival.org or email: info@dungogfilmfestival.org. DEADLINE: Monday 1 March 2010 Film Inspiration Opportunity Scriptwriting Competition News Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:26:00 +1000 http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2009/11/26/4th-Dungog-Film-Festival--Call-for-Script-Entries http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2009/10/21/Writing-from-Page-to-Screen-Seminar-at-Katoomba Join in a one-day forum for writers who want to take their work from the page to the screen, featuring top names from the Australian film and TV industry: Producer Margaret Fink (Candy, My Brilliant Career), writer/director Nick Parsons (Dead Heart), writer/producer David Roach (Beneath Hill 60, Young Einstein), agent Jane Cameron (Camerons Management); plus Airlie Lawson (Hachette); Martha Coleman (Screen Australia); Amanda Higgs (ABC Head of Drama); Caterina De Nave (SBS Drama and Comedy); Stephen Liddell and Bob Barton (Ink to Screen); writers Phillip Gwynne (Australian Rules) & Denise Young (Last Ride). Experienced industry players, including David Stratton (At The Movies), actor Shane Porteous and writer Charlotte Wood, will chair the sessions, guiding you through the development of film and TV scripts from first pitch to the red carpet. Cost: $150 for NSW Writers' Centre members (includes morning tea/lunch/afternoon tea) Time: 10:00am to 5.00pm - 2nd November at Carrington Hotel, Katoomba, Limited places - please book your place by contacting Varuna, The Writers' House Ph: 0247 825674 and for a full program & booking details go to www.varuna.com.au TV Inspiration Events Film Opportunity LitLink Reading and Writing Movies Scriptwriting News Fiction Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:07:00 +1000 http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2009/10/21/Writing-from-Page-to-Screen-Seminar-at-Katoomba http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2009/1/16/Aurora-Script-Project-Goes-National Following consultation with the industry, the New South Wales Film and Television Office (FTO) has announced an extension to the deadline for applications to Aurora 2009. The deadline is now Monday 9 February 2009. Aurora emphasises the collaborative relationship between the Writer, Producer and Director in the development process, giving promising and original scripts complete support, fast tracking the final draft and then the financing of the film. For application forms or further information see the NSW Film and Television Office website www.fto.nsw.gov.au or telephone Lloyd King, Aurora Coordinator, on (02) 9264 6400, or facsimile (02) 9264 4388, or by email at aurora@fto.nsw.gov.au. Film Inspiration Scriptwriting Opportunity Reading and Writing Movies News Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:19:00 +1000 http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2009/1/16/Aurora-Script-Project-Goes-National http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2008/11/14/Sneak-peak-of-Piet-and-the-Wooden-Statue You are invited to a special screening of the 2 minute trailer of locally made film Piet and the Wooden Statue on Friday 14th November, 4:45pm at the Australia Cinema, Lords Place, Orange. The film's director Luisa Machielse said it is very exciting to see all the images coming together so beautifully, and according to what she had envisaged. "Although most of the editing is complete, there is still the special effects to be done. This is going to require a lot more funding, and although we narrowly missed out on government funding, it's time to call in other resources. Hence the screening of the trailer. The producers and I would like to extend this invitation to providing an opportunity for members of the general public to be involved by making a donation to the cause, and getting your name, or business, up in the credits. Every little bit helps, so bring your family and friends and come along to have a first glimpse of this magical local movie, " she said. To find out more about the film and how you can help go to http://cherrypip.com.au/piet/. Film Inspiration Events Opportunity News Topic Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:01:00 +1000 http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2008/11/14/Sneak-peak-of-Piet-and-the-Wooden-Statue http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2008/9/18/The-ABC-Heywire-Competition Young people from regional and rural Australia 16-22 years of age are invited to submit a story in text, audio, pictures or moving images about their life issues and experience. Winning stories are selected from each of approximately 41 ABC regions around Australia to be broadcast on national ABC radio. Go to the ABC Heywire Blog for entry information and an entry form: http://blogs.abc.net.au/heywire/ or phone 1800 26 26 46 and ask lots and lots of questions. Entries close 3rd October. Film Inspiration Radio Opportunity Reading and Writing Competition News Topic Thu, 18 Sep 2008 18:10:00 +1000 http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2008/9/18/The-ABC-Heywire-Competition http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2008/3/31/Young-filmmakers-wanted-to-tell-a-story Be quick for this one. Do you live in Regional NSW or Western Sydney? Are you aged 18-35? Do you have a story to tell either on screen or online? The NSW Film and Television Office (FTO) is calling for applicants exclusively from Regional NSW and Western Sydney for the next round of its highly successful Young Filmmakers Fund (YFF) which fosters the talent of emerging filmmakers from the State. Project Types Eligible For The YFF are: " Short drama " Documentary " Animation " Experimental/cross-platform. The application deadline is Monday 14 April. For more information about the Young Filmmakers Fund contact Valerie Allerton, Coordinator YFF & Digital FX on (02) 9264 6400, email: allertonv@fto.nsw.gov.au and guidelines and application forms are available from the FTO website http://www.fto.nsw.gov.au/fund.asp?id=48 Film Opportunity News Topic Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:54:00 +1000 http://www.wordsoutwest.com.au/client/index.cfm/2008/3/31/Young-filmmakers-wanted-to-tell-a-story