Scriptwriting

This group is for anyone interested in writing in English, whether it be prose or poetry or non-fiction. We get together once a week to listen, critique and support each other in our work. Attendees bring something they have written, six copies, printed out and no longer than seven pages, which they read aloud. They then receive feedback from the rest of the group. The size of the group is limited to 6, so that everyone is able to receive a full 30 minutes of constructive feedback including reading time. If you have nothing to read but would like to come and listen, you are most welcome too. We are an anglophone group and everything is conducted in English, in fact not everyone who comes can speak French. Please bear this in mind if you sign up.

**Le Mépris – 𝒊𝒏 🇫🇷𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 🇬🇧𝒔𝒖𝒃𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒍𝒆𝒔** **🎬 Date & Time: Tuesday, April 21st, Drinks at Tournebride bar from 7pm and Screening at 8pm** **📽️ Cinéma: Épée de Bois, 100 Rue Mouffetard, Paris 5** **🎟️ Movie Tickets: €5.30 – €12.20 [https://achat.cine-epeedebois.fr/reserver/F13938/D1776794400/VF/264944/](https://achat.cine-epeedebois.fr/reserver/F13938/D1776794400/VF/264944/)** **A screenwriter accepts a lucrative job rewriting a film adaptation of The Odyssey, only to watch his marriage quietly unravel in the process. Set between Rome’s film studios and the blazing Mediterranean coast, Le Mépris is a study of love, ego and artistic compromise.** **Directed by Jean-Luc Godard and starring Brigitte Bardot, Michel Piccoli and Jack Palance, the film remains one of the most visually striking works of the Nouvelle Vague.** **“A cool, devastating dissection of love and cinema.”** **Watch the trailer with English subtitles: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rF0Ju0ONwGU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rF0Ju0ONwGU)**

Bonjour à tous, ces cours sont actuellement en pause en attenant la réouverture non-conditionnée des lieux de culture et des lieux recevant du public. Hello, these classes are on hold until access to public places and theatres is once again unconditionally open to all.

The Dissident Salon is a weekly poetry and performance series created as an extension of the DISSIDENT Club’s mission to provide a home for dissenting voices, hosted by Alissa Leeds. Rooted in the tradition of the literary salon, it treats writing and performance as public acts that question power and challenge the systems that shape our lives. Each week features a curated performer, followed by open mic sessions open to all. Work may be presented in English, French, or other languages. Multilingual expression is central to the space and reflects the realities of exile, displacement, and exchange that define the DISSIDENT Club. The Salon is an ongoing forum for people who speak publicly and think critically through art. It exists to build community and support sustained creative work within the broader ecosystem of the DISSIDENT Club. **When:** Every Tuesday, starting January 6th, 2026 **Sign-ups:** 8:00 PM **Sets:** Three 45-minute sessions at 9:00 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:00 PM **Where:** The DISSIDENT Club, 58 rue Richer, 75009 Bring work that confronts. We offer the microphone.

### 🎤 Green Light in Paris - STANDUP COMEDY IN ENGLISH to discover the city of lights 💡 Green Light in Paris offers a **Unique Comedy Show every Tuesday** where the best comedians in Paris delve into **one theme** and fill you in on the Do's and Don'ts of **Parisian life** in the hip and trendy **11th arrondissement** (Near République & Canal-Saint Martin). **THE fun thing to do in Paris** in English! Whether it's a fun date, a night out with friends, or just a chance to meet new people, our standup comedy club has it all. **Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, BBC, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\* **📅 Show Date**: Every Tuesday **at 8:00 PM** (Doors Open at 8:00 PM - Show starts at 8:30 PM) 📍 **Located at : Les Marquises -**[145 Rue Oberkampf](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66defc8355daf:0xcc7f729bf8e010d8?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111 "https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66defc8355daf:0xcc7f729bf8e010d8?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111")**, 75011 Paris** [Short Preview of the show](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_uZbsNNQyl/) 🎤 **Who are the comedians?** We book **different comedians every show** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New Zealand, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --* **🌟 What is the show?** A **traditional standup comedy** show with 3 acts, a first act, a middle act and a closing act. Three different comedians with different styles and enough time to experience comedy in a different setting. 🎫 Get your Tickets: [GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr](https://GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr "https://GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr") \#\#\#\# 🎟️Book your tickets now and secure your spot for a night to remember\! 🎟️ #### ABOUT YOUR TICKET :🎫 * You can make a free reservation which is "**first come first served**" for entry, with a donation at the start of the show. RESERVING A FREE TICKET DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY. Please be on time so we can find you a seat before the show starts. *\*\*This show is crowd-funded and our recommended price is 12euros and 7 euros for students.* Follow us on social media for updates and more information! \*\*[@GreenMicComedy ](https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/ "https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/")\*\*🎤

Here we speak English ! Level B1-C1 ❗Please register before coming :)❗it is very IMPORTANT❗ To register and join our WhatsApp group, you have **two options**: 👉 **Register via the form on our website:** https://lampaling.com/inscription-speaking-club/ After registration, you will receive the WhatsApp group link **by email**. 👉 **Click “Participate” on this Meetup event** You will then receive the WhatsApp group link **via private message on Meetup**. **How does it work?** We don’t mix several languages. Here we speak English only. ⏱️ Duration: 1h30 👥 Number of participants per session: max 8–10 people *The number of registrations shown on Meetup does not reflect the actual attendance. **Official registrations** are made through the LampaLing **WhatsApp** group.* 💸 Fee: €7 per session. +Minimum one drink par person required🍹☕️ 📋 **Structure of a LampaLing Speaking Club:** 1. Welcome Short introduction from each participant (name, interests...) 2\. Pair activity o Each participant must download the app LampaLing to access discussion cards, role-play prompts, and questions. 3\. Group activity o Games like “Who am I?” (vocabulary version), “SpyFall – Find the spy”, etc 4\. Wrap\-up **🙋**You’ll be guided throughout the session by our friendly LampaLing host! Our **Lampaling speaking clubs** stand out from traditional language exchange events because they focus on the **educational aspect**. During our sessions, you’re **guided by qualified language teachers** who help you, and answer all your questions about mastering the language. Lampaling has created a **unique mix between a traditional language school and a friendly language exchange event**. Our goal is to help you **really speak the language** — without the pressure of a classroom, but in a **relaxed and supportive atmosphere**, with a strong focus on **speaking and communication**. 🎯💬

## Details Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!***

Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!*** [Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--paris/)

Paris Lit Up open mic (PLU) Every Thursday in English (other languages too – when in Rome, speak French) at the historic home of French Slam poetry, Culture Rapide (103 Rue Julien Lacroix, 75020). If you would like to read, dance, sing or otherwise express yourself, sign up is open and free to all, starting at 20.00-ish. We go until we drop or run out of performers! In any language. Or no language at all. No limits, just respect. Plus, each week featured performers from around the world are invited to strut their stuff before our rowdy but respectful audience. For this week's special guest, see: www.facebook.com/ParisLitUp Not in Paris? Join us online at "PLU Live on Zoom"! Every Wednesday from 9pm CET. Just like an open mic, but we chat a bit too. Always the same link, hosts rotate: http://tiny.cc/PLUopenmic

Atelier d’impro Découvre les joies de l'impro, optimise ta créativité et libère ton potentiel ! L'improvisation théâtrale est un excellent outil de développement personnel et une formidable aventure collective ! Si tu as envie de [re]découvrir l'impro dans un cadre ludique et bienveillant cet atelier est fait pour toi ! Ces séances sont ouvertes à tous, débutants, intermédiaires, confirmés. L'atelier se déroule en 2 heures, au programme : Des échauffements dynamiques pour être à l’aise rapidement avec le groupe. La gestion du stress et le lâcher prise, Des jeux ludiques pour construire avec ses partenaires des histoires éphémères, Du rire, du [Fun] et des rencontres … Infos pratiques : - Nombre de participants limité - Prévoir une tenue confortable -Une participation de 10 euros sera à régler - Les modalités seront envoyées par message privé Venez vous essayer, vous dépasser, jouer des personnages… vous permettant de passer des moments d’exception. Nous déclinons toute responsabilité en cas d’incident, lors des ateliers. Hocine et Solène

Lyric writing weekly group practice. A few object writing rounds to start, get our reps in — a favorite from the canon, Write Better Lyrics by P. Pattinson.* Followed by other exercises. I adapt the program depending on who shows up. *Object writing : a noun picked through a random word generator, a 10 min timer to delve into our sensory imagination and free-flow with this prompt. We then take turn sharing.

Important: Sans l’envoi d’un sms de confirmation au 06 11 12 93 74 au moment de votre inscription, vous ne serez pas comptabilisé. Ne vous inscrire que si vous êtes sûr de venir. Merci Vous avez du mal à prendre la parole en public, vous n'êtes pas très l'aise en groupe: Le théâtre d'improvisation est là pour vous aider Vous allez dépasser vos peurs à travers des exercices très drôles dans une ambiance bienveillante. 3h de rire qui passent très vite!! IMPORTANT! Les places étant LIMITÉES, vous devez impérativement envoyer un sms au 06 11 12 93 74 en parallèle de votre inscription. Merci également de mettre une photo sur votre profil afin que je puisse vous reconnaitre. L'atelier débute par des exercices doux et ludiques afin de lâcher prise progressivement. Vous ne serez jamais seul sur scène. Aucun objectif à atteindre, chacun va à son rythme. C'est un atelier où l'on ne fait que rire et se détendre. Sortez de votre zone de confort et allez à la rencontre de l'autre! Venez booster votre confiance en soi! Venez vous découvrir par le biais du jeu! Venez developper votre sens de la répartie! Venez renforcer une dynamique de groupe et une cohésion d'équipe! A travers cet atelier, vous laisserez libre cours à votre imagination! laissez sortir votre clown intérieur! Vous affinerez votre créativité et développerez votre sens de la répartie! Venez vous détendre, RIRE dans une bonne ambiance sans jugement et dans la plus grande bienveillance :-) Comédienne, professeur de théâtre et d'improvisation, autrice, metteuse, coach depuis 16 ans, passionnée par mon métier, je vous propose un atelier ludique, sans engagement. Aucun objectif à atteindre, chacun va à son rythme. 20€ à régler en espèces sur place. Thé, café biscuits offerts gel et toilettes sur place Au plaisir de vous accueillir et de vous faire découvrir l'improvisation :-) Chacha

**L’Agent Secret – 𝒊𝒏 🇫🇷𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 🇬🇧𝒔𝒖𝒃𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒍𝒆𝒔** **🎬 Date & Time: Sunday, April 26th, Drinks at 5pm at Rose Bakery, Screening at 6pm** **📽️ Cinéma: Jeu de Paume, 1 Place de la Concorde, Paris 1** **🎟️ Movie Tickets: €5.30 – €12.20 [https://www.cinema.jeudepaume.org/reserver/F635161/D1777219200/VO/2238204/](https://www.cinema.jeudepaume.org/reserver/F635161/D1777219200/VO/2238204/)** **Brazil, 1977. Marcelo, a technology expert in his early 40s, is on the run. He arrives in Recife during carnival week, hoping to reunite with his son but soon realizes that the city is far from being the non violent refuge he seeks.** **Watch the trailer with English subtitles: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlBwcVF-jx4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlBwcVF-jx4)**

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Join us for a Fun Friday event as we get together to see the long-awaited sequel to the 2006 original, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2! Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci all return for this follow-up that finds the former assistant is now a rival! Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follow’s Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media. The film is directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna (who wrote/directed the 2006 original). It stars returning cast members Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci along with newcomers Justin Theroux and Kenneth Branagh. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9HXmMnUEdE PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but early arrival is advised. Be sure to mention you’re with the Movie Group for admission/concession discounts. And make this a true Fun Friday by joining us after the show for the best part of the night – food and drinks at the nearby Rusty Bucket! Complete details, including showtime, will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Should be a fun one, Dan

Join us as we get together to see the BAFTA-winning British biographical dark-comedy/drama, I SWEAR! The film is based on the true-life story of a Scottish man diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome at an early age. Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPITON: This true-life story follows a Scottish man diagnosed with Tourette's at 15. Targeted as 'insane' by his peers, he struggled with a condition few had witnessed. In search of his life’s purpose, he began campaigning for better understanding and acceptance of the condition of Tourette's as an adult. The film is written/directed/produced by Kirk Jones and stars Robert Aramayo, Maxine Peake, Shirley Henderson and Peter Mullan. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeWqQN3snCU BUZZ & ACCLAIM: I Swear currently has an incredible 100% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which says: “A deft balance of prickly and sweet that's bound together by Robert Aramayo's knockout performance, I Swear doesn't sugarcoat the challenges of Tourette syndrome while delivering an uplifting tale of resilience.” Others call it, “"funny, fierce and full of heart!” The film was released earlier in the UK making it eligible for this year’s BAFTA’s where it won Best Casting and Best Lead Actor for Robert Aramayo. The film and Robert Aramayo's performance will be eligible for next year’s Oscars! PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the bar area about 30 minutes before showtime! Once details are confirmed, advance ticket purchase is advised! Details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Should be a good one, Dan