Details
$190 general / $160 member 120 minutesDate(s)
Apr 17, 2019 – May 22, 2019
7:00pm
Contact
Box Office
888-616-0274
boxoffice@irishartscenter.org
Phone hours:
10am-6pm, Monday-Friday
In person:
Opens 60 minutes before the performance on show days
Location
Please note this class is NOT at Irish Arts Center.
Venue:
Shetler Studios
244 West 54th Street
Between 8th Ave. and Broadway
(12th floor)
New York, NY 10019
Overview
Yvonne Cassidy, Wednesdays, 7pm—9pm
6 weekly sessions beginning Wednesday, April 17th, 2019
They say everyone has a story and this new writing class with Irish novelist Yvonne Cassidy will help you tell yours. Over the course of eight weeks, Yvonne will work with you to develop your story while you discover the fundamental tools of the craft of creative writing. Whether you want to write fiction, memoir, or about the lives of your Irish ancestors, this class will provide a fun and supportive environment to get pen to paper and write that story you’ve always wanted!
Student Testimonials:
"Yvonne is a wonderful teacher. She always has positive things to say about the student’s writing. Yvonne offers tips, resources, and is super encouraging."
"There are no words for a gifted teacher. These classes inspired me to teach writing seriously."
"I thought I would be intimidated at this my first writing class but I found a warm supportive environment. Great mix of lecture and hands-on."
"Yvonne gave very clear information/instructions with regard to beginning to frame a story. Her criticisms/advice was thoughtful and supportive and very encouraging. Yvonne is patient, kind, supportive and encouraging all students to step into their creativity and not be afraid to follow it."
"Yvonne is incredible. She is so warm and encouraging and is able to break down concepts so that they are less intimidating. The class was very informative and interactive. I learned a lot of fundamentals in a relaxed and open environment."
"This was my first writing class and I was very nervous. I’m so, so glad I signed up—I’ve enjoyed each session so much and its opened up writing for me."
"Yvonne is a brilliant teacher and creates a lovely atmosphere. Yvonne makes everyone feel at ease. I love that she keeps track of who has spoken and ensures everyone gets fair airtime." "Great class under Yvonne’s leadership and talented teaching techniques. Every class was well-prepared and built upon earlier classes. She provided gentle critique of work and valuable instruction and made everyone feel valued and talented."
"Yvonne is experienced writer and teacher. She has great ability to provide guidance and teach a subject that is not easy to teach. Answered questions thoroughly. She was encouraging to everyone no matter level of experience."
Our Supporters
Irish Arts Center programs are supported, in part, by government, foundation, and corporate partners including Culture Ireland, the agency for the promotion of Irish arts worldwide; public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the Mayor’s Office and the New York City Council; the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature; Howard Gilman Foundation; Tourism Ireland; the Jerome L. Greene Foundation; the Adrian Brinkerhoff Poetry Foundation; the Charina Endowment Fund; the Ireland Funds; the Shubert Foundation, Inc.; the Arnhold Foundation; the Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation; the Irish Institute of New York; the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, New York; Northern Ireland Bureau; Invest NI; CIE Tours International; the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Consulate of Ireland in New York; and thousands of generous donors like you.
