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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

  • 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.

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