Storytelling for all.
The Writer’s Crucible
The Writer’s Crucible is a community of multi-hyphenates who support each other in Hollywood and beyond, founded by Alex Henrikson.
Our Classes
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SPARK
Do you have a great movie idea and don't know where to start? Do you find film structure overwhelming?
The Spark is Screenwriting 101. You will emerge with an outline and a better understanding of story and character. One on One feedback every class.
Wednesdays
4-6pm PST -
FLAME
Have you written a few things? Do you "get" structure? Do you want to know yourself and your process?
Flame is Screenwriting 102. You will emerge with your “shitty first draft” and a wealth of knowledge. One on one feedback every class.
Mondays
4-6:30 pm PST -
PYRE
A supportive and challenging writer’s group for emerging and mid-career writers in Hollywood. Invite only from classes.
Tuesdays
4-7pm PST -
CRUCIBLE
A writer’s group for women. A place for emerging and mid-career multi-hyphenates to grow with and support one another. Invite only from classes.
Thursdays
4-7pm PST
The Crucible & The Pyre
The Crucible and Pyre are writers groups of multi-hyphenate women and non-binary people building community in Hollywood through weekly work with Alex, accountability to one another and a consistent generosity of spirit.
(Invitation only from classes and coaching.)
Second Sunday Series
What is Second Sunday?
It is a reading series and a victory lap. Once a month on Zoom we read our writers’ screenplays out loud with professional actors. It is a great way for our Crucible and Pyre members to hear their stories and a chance for the work to be received by an audience.
How can I support?
Come and listen. Cheer us on. And maybe you will discover your new favorite writer!
Meet Your Coach
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Explores real women fighting the fantastical and monstrous.
Alex is a screenwriter, actress, and Professor of Acting at the Old Globe and University of San Diego’s Shiley Graduate Theater Program. She is based in LA. She is the founder of The Writer’s Crucible.