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Skirball Cultural Center

Creative Writing Community

Classes

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Experiment with in-class writing prompts, give and receive supportive feedback, and take your work to the next level in a welcoming small-group environment.

Date and Time

Tuesdays, September 26–November 7, 12:00–2:00 pm (no class October 24)

Pricing and Details

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$180 General
$160 Members

6 sessions

About the Program

New to creative writing or looking for a playful and productive environment to develop your craft? This class offers the opportunity to explore and experiment with a variety of genres, including fiction, poetry, and personal essay. Experiment with in-class writing prompts, give and receive supportive feedback, and take your work to the next level.


Instructor: Lesley Hyatt teaches writing and mindfulness to students of all ages. She holds an MFA in English and fiction writing and is the author of myriad essays, short stories, and poems. Hyatt received an Outstanding Instructor award for her work as a creative writing instructor at UMass, Amherst. She is a former Fulbright Scholar.

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