School Holiday Program: Introduction to Scriptwriting for Teens

Introduction to Scriptwriting for Teens is a dynamic, hands-on workshop that opens the door to writing for stage and screen. Designed for teenagers, it offers a supportive, low-pressure space where creativity, collaboration, and experimentation are encouraged.

Participants will dive into the fundamentals of visual storytelling and learn how to shape ideas into compelling scenes using storytelling skills such as structure, character, and conflict to bring stories to life through action, imagery, and authentic dialogue. They will also gain practical skills in script formatting and writing software.

By the end of the workshop, each participant will have created their own short, scripted scene and developed a confident understanding of how stories translate from the page to a visual medium—setting the stage for future creative projects.

Cost: Free

Age: 13-17

Experience: No experience necessary

Equipment: All equipment provided

About the Facilitator:

Paige Webster is a writer of poetry, prose, and screen. She adores all things media — films, books, games & more — and is an avid lover of speculative fiction. She graduated from the University of Wollongong in 2022 with a Bachelor of Creative Arts (Creative Writing) and a Bachelor of Arts (English Literature). Paige completed her Master of Screen: Screenwriting at the Australian Film Television and Radio School in 2025.

Accessibility Information:

Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email [email protected] or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration.

Terms and conditions:

• For participants under the age of 16, parent and/or guardian contact details must be provided at the time of booking.
• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.
• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces, repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations may result in bookings being refused in the future.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hurstville Library, Queens Road, Hurstville, Australia

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