Category Archives: Summer Camps

SPARK! Summer Camp is a Multi-Arts Camp for children and teenagers.
*Music, Song Creation & Rhythm-Making (no experience necessary)
*Drama & Theatre Games
*Creative Writing (not like school though!)
*Art …and more
Ages 8-12s & 13-17s.
Next Camp August 10-14 in Gaelscoil na Cruaiche, Westport.
Contact Fiona 087 763 4339 or hq@sixpens.com.

Workshop: Creatively Writing

Fiona is running two concurrent Creative Writing Workshops at the moment. They meet at the following times in Westport:

  • Tuesdays 7.30pm-9.30pm
  • Fridays 10am-12pm

at Sharkey Hill Community Centre (Fairways) . [Map/Directions]

In her classes, writers work on all forms of fiction and some work on non-fiction. All levels are welcome. Cost is €120 for an 8 week block.

Fiona is setting a 10-minute Play Challenge:

“ever thought of writing a 10 minute play? I’m trying to encourage local writers to work on 10-minute plays. If we can gather 5-6 good ones, we hope to mount a staged-reading of them in Westport later this year.”

To book your place, call Fiona at 087 763 4339 or Send an EMail or Message.

Workshop: One Day Immersion

Come to our next one-day immersion class in fiction writing.

Whether you are a seasoned scribe, or trying your hand at writing for the first time, this day may be for you. Beginning with a rapid overview of writing forms, followed by short discussions about character, plot, description and point of view, the writers will then work on a number of exercises designed to hone their skills in each area. The day is fast-paced and fun, with a strong emphasis on unleashing the writer’s creativity in a highly conducive setting at the Old Rectory Retreat, in Knappagh, Westport, Co. Mayo.

  • When: Saturday, April 17th, 2010, 10am-4pm
  • Where: Old Rectory Retreat, Knappagh, Westport, Co. Mayo

On Sunday, April 18th, Fiona would be happy to meet with writers for one-on-one sessions, to discuss the previous day’s work. Appointments can be made on the day of the workshop or by contacting Fiona directly. Check out Old Rectory Retreat, in Knappagh, Westport, Co. Mayo.