Join writing coach Chris Hicks for a spine-chilling afternoon of creativity and story-making! This special writing workshop promises to ignite your imagination and tap into the eerie spirit of the season. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just looking to dip your quill into the world of spooky tales, this workshop offers a thrilling opportunity to craft ghostly stories, mysterious narratives, and chilling character sketches.
Expect a session filled with:
—Interactive writing prompts: spark your creativity with Halloween-inspired prompts and exercises
— Story writing techniques: work on ways to build suspense, create eerie atmospheres, and craft unforgettable characters
— Peer review: share your work in a supportive, no-pressure environment
All levels of writers are welcome. Come with a spooky spirit and leave with a collection of new thrilling tales.
This program is presented by Chris Hicks and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Chris Hicks relocated to Orlando from the Chicago area, where she headed up a highly recognized high school theatre program and taught Honors and Advanced Placement English classes. Chris has a bachelor’s degree in Speech/ Theatre from Northern Illinois University and a master’s degree in Teaching from National Louis University. For the past several years, Chris has worked with CFCArts, teaching the Narrators! Class, as well as creative writing and acting workshops throughout the community. In her spare time, she enjoys costuming and performing with theaters, most notably as Ethyl in “On Golden Pond” and Mae Peterson in “Bye Bye Birdie,” where she was recognized by the Orlando Sentinel as one of Orlando Theatre’s Best of 2019 Performers.
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