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Steve teaches a number of different workshops all over the globe. His main workshop, The Comedy Intensive, is a 2-day workshop that covers the fundamental principles of comedy: what it is, how it works, why it works, what’s going on when it’s not working, and what you can do about it!

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Upcoming Events:

The Comedy Intensive – London – Nov. 9-10, 2024

Consultation Packages

Steve Kaplan has been coaching screenwriters and filmmakers for more than 20 years. His clients have included writers and directors working on their first scripts, as well as producers, directors, and production companies here in Hollywood and around the world. His students and clients include Oscar and Emmy winners and nominees.

Steve’s one-on-one consultations are a dynamic process—- a two-way conversation which often illuminates unforeseen solutions to help achieve the best expression of the writer’s vision.

The following packages are designed to give you the most effective coaching at every stage of the screenwriting or development process, from formulating a story idea to treatments, first draft and revisions. The goal is to help the writer achieve the best possible version of their script, and of themselves as a writer.

 

DETAILS

  • All coaching sessions are recorded, allowing you to review Steve’s notes, comments, and recommendations.

  • All of Steve’s coaching is individual. Together, you can design your program and your schedule in whatever way will best suit your situation, your creative process, and your budget.
  • For a better sense of Steve, here’s testimonials to his work and his teaching.
  • If none of the listed packages fits your personal situation, simply email Steve and he’ll design a program that fits your needs.
  • Once you’ve purchased a package, Steve will connect with you to schedule a consultation.
  • We will email you the recording of your session, plus any documents Steve has annotated, within 24 hours.

FEATURE SCRIPT

 Get Steve’s feedback and guidance on your complete screenplay (up to 125 pages). One-on-one consultation, up to 2 hours. In addition to focusing on the comedic premise, characters and content, the consultation covers theme, story, and structure, and usually includes both specific page and scene notes as well as line notes. We’ll focus on what’s working, areas that need attention and your next steps for the subsequent draft. All consultations are done online over Zoom, and you’re provided with a recording of the session.

  • Fee: $1150
  • Turnaround time 2 weeks.
  • Rush fee: Add one-third of total price. Email steve@kaplancomedy.com to arrange.

FEATURE SCRIPT AND REVISION

This package includes everything covered in the Feature Script package plus a follow up session one week later to discuss the notes and prepare for the next rewrite. You have up to six months to submit your revised draft. All consultations are done online over Zoom, and you’re provided with a recording of the session.

  • Fee: $2050
  • FREE WITH THIS PACKAGE: The Hidden Tools of Comedy and The Comic Hero’s Journey
  • EXPANDED COACHING: If your project requires more extensive development, please contact us about designing individualized discounted packages.

PILOT SCRIPT

Get Steve’s feedback and guidance on your pilot (up to 65 pages). Read script and one-on-one consultation, up to 2 hours. In addition to focusing on the premise, characters and content, the consultation covers story engine and episode structure. The consult usually includes both specific page and scene notes as well as line notes, and we’ll work with you to define your next steps for revising the script. All consultations are done online over Zoom, and you’re provided with a recording of the session.

  • Fee: $700
  • Turnaround time 10 days.
  • Rush fee: Add one-third of total price. Email steve@kaplancomedy.com to arrange.

PILOT SCRIPT PLUS REVISION

This package includes everything covered in the Pilot Script package above, plus a follow up session one week later to discuss the notes and prepare for the next rewrite. You have up to three months to submit your revised draft. All consultations are done online over Zoom, and you’re provided with a recording of the session.

  • Fee: $1300.00
  • FREE WITH THIS PACKAGE: The Hidden Tools of Comedy and The Comic Hero’s Journey
  • EXPANDED COACHING: If your project requires more extensive development, please contact us about designing individualized discounted packages.

PLAY DRAFT

Get Steve’s feedback and guidance on your completed script (up to 85 pages). One-on-one consultation, up to 2 hours. In addition to focusing on the comedic premise, characters and content, the consultation covers theme, story, and structure, and usually includes both specific page and scene notes as well as line notes. We’ll focus on what’s working, areas that need attention and your next steps for the subsequent draft. All consultations are done online over Zoom, and you’re provided with a recording of the session.

  • Fee: $850.00
  • Turnaround time 2 weeks.
  • Rush fee: Add one-third of total price. Email steve@kaplancomedy.com to arrange.

HOURLY PACKAGE

Whether beginning a new screenplay or preparing for your next rewrite, fleshing your premise into a treatment, or simply considering which of several ideas to develop, Steve will work with you to bring clarity to your vision and purpose. Should you feel you need a bit more time, but not enough to justify a larger package, simply purchase two or three hours at the same hourly rate. Any unused time will be refunded.

  • Fee: $300 per hour
  • EXPANDED COACHING: If your project requires more extensive development, please contact us about designing individualized discounted packages.

EXPANDED COACHING

If your project requires more extensive development, please email Steve@KaplanComedy.com about designing individualized discounted packages. 

Writing Comedy: ScriptMag Expert Series

Opportunities for comedy writers are exploding. In TV, cable networks and streaming services are seeking new ways to break out of the sitcom mold, while broadcast networks look to reinvigorate the multi-camera sitcom model. In film, comedy and drama are being blended in exciting new ways. Online video and web series offer relative unknowns an opportunity to prove their comedy writing chops and gain an audience in a do-it-yourself format.

But how do you write comedy that feels fresh and original to today’s audiences? What makes people laugh is ever-evolving, so staying on top of modern comedy trends is crucial to the successful comedy screenwriter. During this online panel, three experts will participate in a moderated discussion on the finer points of writing comedy. You will also be able to submit your own questions for the three panelists to answer.

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“I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Art of Romantic Comedy

Romantic comedies are one of the most popular film genres, but also one of the hardest to pull off. For every “When Harry Met Sally” or “Annie Hall,” there’s dozens of films that end up disappointing, or worse. So what exactly makes some Romantic Comedies soar while others sink painfully out of sight?  Steve is the industry’s number one expert on comedy, and this webinar will help you avoid the mistakes that plague so many romcoms. You’ll learn how to create and develop a successful romantic comedy premise. Along with structure and characters of this genre, you’ll come away with the tools that will allow you to put the “comedy” in your Romantic Comedy.

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