You deserve to play complex, juicy roles that excite you. But if your reel footage is outdated, or doesn't reflect what you're truly capable of, you probably don't get called in for the roles you know you can do.
Casting won't take a chance on you without evidence that you can handle bigger roles. Which leaves you with the classic actor-catch-22:
I want to help you change that.
Write Your Dream Scene is a 6-week program to write the role that only you can play, so you can show the industry what you’re capable of and have a powerful self tape to prove it.
As an ambitious actor, you have the goods when it comes to your talent, and you’re ready to break through to the next career level. But you feel stuck and you’re tired.
You’re tired of…
You deserve more and I want to help you make that happen.
I’m Emily Grace, founder of Pickford West Society and creator of Write Your Dream Scene. In addition to helping actors finally write their damn script already (and know what to do with it) I’m also a Sundance award-winning actress, a writer, director and producer (sometimes all at the same time). I’ve spent years in front of and behind the camera, worked with an independent film producer in the $5M -$50M range, and built three businesses from the ground up.
Through all of my experiences, the biggest lesson I have learned is this: If you want to get to the next level of your career, you have to take matters into your own hands.
If the industry isn’t calling you in for the roles you should be playing, it’s time to stop asking, “What do ‘they’ want to see?” and instead show them what you can do.
It starts with creating a role that showcases you exactly the way you want to be seen by the industry.
And rather than have you pay upwards of $1,000 to have some random reel company churn out their hundredth mediocre scene that month, pair you with a terrible reader, and leave you with a beautifully shot but lackluster scene, I want to empower you to write the role you were born to play.
Whether you have writing experience, a fleshed out idea, or not, this program will help you create the perfect role to showcase your amazing talent.
If you’re tired of waiting for permission, and you want to take control of your own success with a tailor-made role just for you, I invite you to join me in Write Your Dream Scene.
You’re a talented actor, but you don’t audition as often as you’d like.
You have reps but they don’t quite know what to do with you, and the reel footage you have doesn’t reflect what you’re truly capable of.
Or maybe you don’t have an agent at all, and you need to get some powerful footage that will get you signed with the right rep who is excited about you.
Or maybe you’re on the radar for some casting directors, but they only consider you for co-stars, or they only see you as a comedic actor and you’re ready to break into drama (or vice versa).
But you don’t have strong material that says, “Hey! This is what I’m good at! Here’s how you should cast me!”
You’ve considered going with a reel company to write a scene for you and shoot it, but it feels so prohibitively expensive, and you don’t want to be just the latest actor with a version of the same generic scene.
After all, you know yourself and what you can do better than anyone.
The Solution
Create the perfect scene for YOU by writing it yourself.
You can stop hoping the perfect reel clip comes along. Instead, you can take control of how you want to be seen by the industry, and create it yourself.
After all, you know better than anyone what you’re good at, and what you love to do.
The fact is, you’re the best person to do this for yourself!
And if you’re stressed out because you don’t know how to write, don’t worry! That’s exactly what Write Your Dream Scene is for.
Just a few years ago casting directors and agents frowned upon self tapes being part of your materials. The only acceptable reel footage was from professional bookings or a fancy, high quality scene filmed by an expensive reel company.
But things have changed. The industry has finally caught up with the times!
Self tapes have not only become the norm for your auditions, they’ve also become fully accepted reel alternatives. That means you’re free of the catch-22 of having to book work before the industry can see your acting chops, and you don’t need all the bells and whistles of polished, professionally produced footage to showcase what you can do.
What does that mean for you?
Weekly Live Writing Class
Each week you’ll have a live class to learn professional level writing tools, and the get next step to create a compelling character for your dream scene.
If you cannot make the live class, you will get access to the replay within 24 hours.
Weekly Group Feedback Sessions
(VIP PACKAGE ONLY)
Each week you’ll have a live feedback session to share your weekly assignment and test out your idea as you go. That way you can make sure your character is compelling, truly showcases you the way you want to be seen, and your scene is as powerful as possible.
Session Recordings
All class modules and feedback sessions will be recorded and made available to you to keep. That way you can catch up on what you missed if you have to miss a class.
Lifetime Access
You’ll have lifetime access to the class recordings for as long as this program exists. That means you can revisit these tools anytime. So the next time your career hits a plateau, you can write a new dream scene to expand your range, give your reps something to pitch you with, and open the doors to new opportunities.
Anti-Plagiarism Pledge
Feedback is incredibly helpful to make your idea even better, and is highly encouraged. However, there’s a difference between sharing ideas and straight up stealing someone’s work to pass it off on your own.
All participants are required to sign an anti-plagiarism pledge to ensure that this is a safe place to share and explore ideas without the fear of them being stolen. Plagiarism will not be tolerated.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL LEARN INSIDE
Write Your Dream Scene
Week 1
3-Dimensional Characters with Emily
In week 1 you’ll also learn my favorite tool to create compelling characters that your audience roots for, and lay the foundation for your dream scene.
Week 2
Deepen Your Characters
You’ll create your second character, and deepen the dynamics to have two fully fleshed out, 3-dimensional characters. This week we lay the foundation for conflict in your scene to make it pop and give you something to work with.
Week 3
Anatomy Of A Scene
You’ll learn how to structure a scene so you can get in at the last possible moment, and get out as soon as possible. For this to work as your dream scene, you’ll need it to be brief and pack a powerful punch. You’ll learn how to get to the heart of your scene quickly so that every word on the page moves your story forward.
Pro Tips For Good Dialogue
No matter how good your idea is, if the dialogue is bad, it won’t matter. Don’t let this happen to you! Learn my best pro tips for writing good dialogue that you can’t wait to perform.
Week 4
Subvert Expectations
This week you’ll learn how to avoid the trap of predictability in your writing. That way your audience will be invested and engaged the whole way through.
BONUS #1
Tailor This Role To YOU
with Acting Coach Lilach Mendelovich
You’ll learn the key elements you need to make this your go-to piece of material that says, “This is the best of me!”
Lilach’s expertise will show you how to find the sweet spot between the kind of role you’d love to do and what you’re good at.
BONUS #2
How To Self Tape Like A Pro
with Lilach Mendelovich
Learn directly from an audition coach:
BONUS #3
It's Written, Now What?
With Emily Grace
Once you write your dream scene, what do you do with it? How do you use it to put yourself on the map?
That's exactly what you'll learn how to do in the bonus workshop.
I'll show you how to use this awesome new scene to break through to bigger, better acting opportunities.
Weekly Writing Class
Each week we'll meet as a group to learn a new writing tool, ask questions, and get your next steps to build this scene from the ground up.
VIP PACKAGE ONLY
As a VIP member, you will join a small, weekly feedback group with Emily. This is the place to share your work and get my personal feedback.
WRITING CLASS
THURSDAYS
11am-1pm Pacific
June 15, 22, 29
July 13
VIP FEEDBACK GROUP
TUESDAYS
2-5pm pacific time
June 20, 27
July 11, 18, 25
Special Guest Teacher
Audition Coach Lilach Mendelovich
I love working with actors as an audition coach and acting teacher. I have years of experience teaching in multiple studios in Los Angeles and helping my private clients book. I work with actors just starting in the business all the way to multiple series regulars.
Many of my students feel stuck due to a lack of auditions. They are doing amazing work in classes but rarely get a chance to show the industry what they are capable of. I’ve been helping actors combat this problem by adding great self tapes to their reels, but we always run into the same issue:
"What scene should we choose?"
It is so difficult to find existing material that allows you to express everything you want CDs and reps to know about you as an actor. Usually we have to compromise and settle for “close enough”.
That’s why I’m so excited to partner with Emily on this program and help actors create a scene tailor made for them! Being a writer myself and seeing auditions (exclusively self tapes the last 2.5 years) all day every day has given me a unique perspective on which self tapes are great showcase pieces that can help an actor level up in their careers.
Standard Package
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How Do I Know If Write Your Dream Scene Is Right For Me?
You don’t need any writing experience (or even to have an idea in mind), that’s what the program is for! I’ll break the process down into small, easy steps, with lots of feedback along the way, to help you write the most powerful scene possible.
With that said, Write Your Dream Scene is NOT for everyone. Please make sure it is the right fit for you.
This program is FOR you if:
This program is NOT for you if:
You Don’t Need Permission
If you’re not going out for the kind or roles that excite you, we can help.
If you’re done hoping things magically change, or waiting to get permission to do what you love, we’ll help you take your success into your own hands and change that.
You don’t need any writing experience or even an idea for a scene. That’s what the program is for!
All you need to do is say yes, show up, and take action. You’ve got this!
Before this class, I had never written a project before. I learned a process to get going and how to change direction when it was necessary, because I also learned not to force a thought process when it wasn’t working. And watching actors perform my scene… so fun!
-Dina Carnivale
I didn’t want to spend time trying to find a scene that would help me shine! I wanted to have full creative control and create a role FOR ME. I also love the fact that I can say " I wrote this." It feels like a really big accomplishment for me! I loved how encouraging Emily was throughout the whole process. She made the process much easier and it helped me trust myself. I'll be filming this scene soon and it will be up and ready to be shared with the world! I am excited!
-Emma Terrazas
I had written a project before this class but the process was hard. I didn’t know where to begin or end. After taking Write Your Dream Scene I know how important it is to captivate the audience. I feel like I can give myself more permission to go bigger. I understand structure, how to be more intentional with dialogue, and get straight to the point.
If you’re thinking about it, just sign up! There’s a lot of valuable info, great examples, and the feedback sessions are super helpful.
-Fernanda Giron
Emily's patience for the class and her excitement of sharing her vast knowledge without judgment, are very admirable and so contagious. Hurry your ass up and take Emily's class while you have the chance!!!
-Peggy Lu
I got honest, judgment-free feedback and essential tools that will help my writing and my acting. I now have a foundation to begin building characters and the life around the scene. When I feel overwhelmed, I have basics to fall back on to help move me forward. You should take this class because you'll get so much more than a scene. It woke up my creativity, and gave me tools to deepen my acting.
-Niko McCall
I wanted to write something that would be deeply personal to me, something that I could really get behind in my performance. I had written projects for myself in the past but I struggled with staying focused and sticking with it to the end. Emily's great at focusing you and keeping the steps simple. I like her style of stating the positives that stuck out to her. Not all teachers do that and it's incredibly helpful, even if it's just "I like that line." Now I have a kick-ass scene and I’m excited to keep creating others.
-Joe Hernandez-Kolski
I had no process for writing a role for myself before I took this class. I needed an easy to manage structure and lots of feedback and handholding. I got so much out of the structure, deadlines and support. Now I feel so accomplished and confident! I wrote a scene for myself that’s funny!
- Jill Maglione
I had never written before this class, and the idea of it felt exciting, intimidating and challenging. This class helped me dig deep and really define the backstory of my dream role. It's given me greater depth to look at life beyond the surface.
The biggest benefits I received are 1) Much improved script analysis. 2) Upgrade of acting choices. 3) Writer's Point Of View. It will improve your acting skills 100%.
-Micci Toliver
100% you must join Write Your Dream Scene! You'll learn so much from using the tools Emily shared in class to do the assignments and the feedback you're getting from the group.
Before Write Your Dream Scene I had written a very short scene for an acting class, but I struggled with the structure. By doing the assignments and coming to the feedback group I wrote a solid scene that works and that I can use for my reel.
-Regina Ohashi
When I signed up for Write Your Dream Scene, I was looking forward to unlocking telling a story I hadn't thought of, giving myself permission to play with a dream role I hadn't gotten a chance to try in a self tape yet. Ultimately, the biggest thing I wanted was to finish writing a scene.
I learned to trust myself, but also to not take it for granted that people will understand the story I'm trying to tell. I've learned how to articulate that more up front so as to get more focused notes. I definitely feel more confident in sitting down and writing again.
This class allows you develop an idea from start to finish in a straightforward way, even if you have no idea what to write! It enhances your natural creative voice and sensibility and lets you feel more capable as a writer in a world where all actors are now asked to write for themselves. Write Your Dream Scene should be a required course in all acting training programs! (Seriously!)
-Victoria Rani
I had never written a project for myself before and I wanted to gain the tools to write a screenplay and just get past that fear of even starting somewhere. In Write Your Dream Scene I gained clarity on the steps to take to begin writing and how to improve the scene little by little. I got practical tools for screenwriting. I feel more confident as a storyteller and a little bit more in power to move my career forward by writing my own material.
You should definitely take this class if you have an idea about a character you would like to play but don't know where to begin, or even if you want to gain clarity about what story you would like to tell and give it a try! It is a wonderful journey that expands your skills as a storyteller. And it's also a lot of fun!
-Gaia Passaler
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