"I always think of Chicago as the birthplace of improv because of the Second City."
Darlene Craviotto's Groups
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Playwrights
79 members
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LA Writers
214 members
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Sarah Becker left a comment for Darlene Craviotto
"Oh my goodness! For sure! I don't really get angry at them anymore cause I know I can just write about them. Gotta love using real sources :)"
Darlene Craviotto commented on the group 'Actors who also write (writers who also act)'
"I'll join this group - even though I haven't acted in a awhile. But all the training that I had in improv classes, acting classes, onstage, and on film has really helped me become a better writer. My strength has always been in…"
Darlene Craviotto joined a group
Actors who also write (writers who also act)
A group for people who clearly do to much: write and act. A place to commiserate on doing to much and also to discuss the relationship between acting and writing. Newbies welcome, especially those curious about how writing/acting can help your writing/acting.See More
Sarah Becker left a comment for Darlene Craviotto
"Tour guides unite! There are a number of folks at the museum I work at that came from Disney and Universal. It's a great way to learn about communication - which I've found particularly helpful with my writing."
Darlene Craviotto posted a blog post
If I'd Listened To My Agent, I Never Would've Written It
Becoming a writer doesn’t seem real until an agent wants to sign us. We look to them for guidance and to lead the way. But sometimes agents can be wrong, and you shouldn’t listen to them at all. If you ever have any doubts, look back to your beginnings, and remember why you first started to write.I Hated Plays, But I Went Anyway“You should write a play,” my creative writing teacher said to me one day in class.“I hate plays!” I objected in my best 15-year-old impression of an angry…See More
Darlene Craviotto liked Andrea King Collier's group Essay Writing
Darlene Craviotto liked Nancy K. Miller's blog post Countdown to Publication: Rip Van Winkle Steps Out With Her Sandwich Board
Darlene Craviotto commented on the blog post 'Countdown to Publication: Rip Van Winkle Goes on Facebook'
"I find that I'm about to dive into the same terrifying experience. The only difference: I'm self publishing. Like you, I've written a memoir, and that genre seems to be a dirty word in many parts of the…"
Darlene Craviotto liked Nancy K. Miller's blog post Countdown to Publication: Rip Van Winkle Goes on Facebook
Darlene Craviotto joined a group
Essay Writing
If first person narrative non-fiction and essay are your thing, or you would like to explore them and your voice join us.
Darlene Craviotto replied to the discussion 'writing a synopsis' in the group Playwrights
"A synopsis to me always signifies a pitch, and I try to sell the play in as few words as possible. I set the location, give them the premise, and suggest the possibilities. Plus, I keep it short---200 words max.
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Darlene Craviotto replied to the discussion 'Twitter for Writers?' in the group Playwrights
"I'm on Twitter, and I've used it occasionally to plug my writing. If I have a movie coming out in DVD, or a play being produced somewhere, I Twitter the information."
Darlene Craviotto commented on the group 'Playwrights'
"I always draw from real life---both my characters and situations. As to humor---how is life tolerable without it? It's one of the best defense mechanisms humans have, I think. Instead of claws, and sharp teeth; instead of fur; instead of being…"
Darlene Craviotto replied to the discussion 'Member News July 18-24'
"Just found out that after opening in NYC in July, another production of my play ("Pizza Man") will be opening in Ireland. Who says I don't get out enough? Well, at least my words do. Soon as I get a website link, I'll include it…"
Profile Information
- Who I am:
- A professional screenwriter,playwright, and a brand new author.
- Connect with me online! My site, blog, or Twitter handle are:
- @izarradar on Twitter
My website is http://darlenecraviotto.com and that's where you'll also find my blog.
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- An Agoraphobic's Guide to Hollywood - How Michael Jackson Got Me Out Of the House published by Front Door Books
A Cup Of Comfort for Mothers and Sons
"Pizza Man" published by Samuel French, performed all over the world.
"Love Is Never Silent" Hallmark Hall of Fame Film
"Squanto" a Disney Film
- My writing is:
- Nonfiction, Memoir, Plays, Blog Posts, Screenwriting
- Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
- No
- Services I offer to other writers:
- Mentoring
- I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
- Writers Unite
- My professional associations:
- WGA
The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
- I found out about She Writes from:
- Internet
Darlene Craviotto's Blog
If I'd Listened To My Agent, I Never Would've Written It
Posted on May 11, 2012 at 5:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Becoming a writer doesn’t seem real until an agent wants to sign us. We look to them for guidance and to lead the way. But sometimes agents can be wrong, and you shouldn’t listen to them at all. If you ever have any doubts, look back to your beginnings, and remember why you first started to write.
I Hated Plays, But I Went Anyway
“You should write a play,” my creative writing teacher said to me one day in class.
“I hate plays!” I objected in my best… Continue
I Hated Plays, But I Went Anyway
“You should write a play,” my creative writing teacher said to me one day in class.
“I hate plays!” I objected in my best… Continue
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 10:26pm on August 9, 2012,
Sarah Becker said… Oh my goodness! For sure! I don't really get angry at them anymore cause I know I can just write about them. Gotta love using real sources :)
- At 4:39pm on August 8, 2012, Sarah Becker said…
- Tour guides unite! There are a number of folks at the museum I work at that came from Disney and Universal. It's a great way to learn about communication - which I've found particularly helpful with my writing.
- At 9:40am on January 22, 2011,
Meg Waite Clayton said… - I just opened the door to the novelist group for you, Darlene - welcome! You might introduce yourself by telling us what you’re working on in the “Show Me Your Novel and I’ll Show You Mine” discussion if you're not too uncomfortable talking about what you're working on. I’ll look forward to chatting with you!
Meg Waite Clayton
Novelist Group Moderator
Bestselling Author of The Wednesday Sisters and the forthcoming The Four Ms. Bradwells (Ballantine, March 2011)
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Julie Luek commented on the blog post 'Am I still that person?'"First, just from this post, I can't wait to read your finished book. I love writing that can crawl inside me and make me think about my own life. As I approach the empty nest and turning 50, I've been giving this kind of topic a lot of…"
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