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  • January Work Sesh #2

    Virtual Event

    Are you in a groove this year? Then join us online for our next work sesh!

    Free

  • You Have a Good Idea, Now What?

    Virtual Event

    Do ideas come to you easily? Do you have a journal full of loglines, but you're unsure what to do next? Kemiyondo Coutinho (P-Valley) will help you turn your idea into a pilot script! Submit your logline here and we’ll select three writers's loglines for this workshop.  4 to 5:45p PT - Workshop 5:45 to […]

    Free

  • Women of Color 2025 Reading

    Virtual Event

    In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting Women of Color writers!  THE PAINTED MUSE by Farah Merani (drama pilot) An Ismaili art conservator embarks on a high-stakes international mission to restore a lost collection of Mughal miniature masterpieces, uncovering hidden family secrets and a startling revelation of her royal ancestry in the process. As […]

    Free

  • Spring 2025 Reading

    Featured
    Virtual Event

    Calling all storytellers, screenwriters, and comedy lovers —Join us for a live reading of two fresh, funny short film scripts in development. It's your front-row seat to creativity in motion. 💥 Featuring feedback from industry pros:Jonterri Gadson (Everybody Still Hates Chris) &Britt Matt (Harlem) Pull up, vibe with community, and get inspired.Free to attend — […]

    Free

  • Short Film May

    Virtual Event

    Join us on Sunday, May 18th from 3–5 PM PT on Zoom for a lively and inspiring afternoon of storytelling and conversation. This month, we present two fresh and exciting short film scripts: 🕵🏽‍♂️ The Bookhouse Club – a mystery thriller by Maurice Demus While uncovering the unsolved murder of his sister, a man confronts the trauma […]

    Free

  • Pride 2025 Reading

    Virtual Event

    First Fifteen’s Pride & Season 6 Finale Reading 🗓 Sunday, June 1st🕒 3–5 PM PT💻 On Zoom🎟 Free – RSVP to Celebrate Queer Writers Join First Fifteen for a powerful close to Season 6 with our Pride Reading—a vibrant space to uplift BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ voices in screenwriting. We’re closing the season in true community […]

    Free

  • Season 7 Kickoff

    Virtual Event

    First Fifteen’s Sizzling Season 7 Kickoff Reading 🗓 Sunday, September 28th🕒 3–5 PM PT💻 On Zoom🎟 Free – RSVP now! Season 7 kicks off with fresh storytelling and community connection! We’re starting strong with two dramedies that blend humor, heart, and honest reflection. ON HOLIDAY (period dramedy pilot) written by Sameena Mustafa Seeking a queer […]

  • 🍂 First Fifteen’s Fall Reading

    🗓 Sunday, November 16th🕒 3–5 PM PT💻 On Zoom🎟 Free – RSVP today As the season turns, gather with First Fifteen for our Fall Reading. It will be a time to hear comedic scripts and insightful notes. 📖 You’ll experience two brand-new pilots from Anita Chandwaney and Will Loper Jr. read live. AUNTY (traumedy pilot) […]

  • First Fifteen’s 2026 Winter Reading

    🗓 Sunday, February 22nd  🕒 3–5 PM PT 💻 On Zoom 🎟 Free – RSVP today Gather with First Fifteen for our first reading of 2026. It's time to hear fresh scripts, inspiring stories, and insightful notes. We’ll hear the first 15 pages from Eric Bhanudas Blackerby and Tonya Coats. PAINTED LINES drama pilot written […]

  • WOC Reading + 7th Anniversary Celebration

    After four years online, First Fifteen returns to the room! Join us for a special in-person gathering as we celebrate our 7th anniversary and spotlight bold new work from women of color writers. For seven seasons, First Fifteen has championed early pages and emerging voices. This reading honors that mission: centering stories by WOC writers […]

  • First Fifteen’s Spring Reading!

    Join us for our Spring Reading on Sunday, April 19 • 3–5 PM PT • on Zoom. Hear the first 15 pages of two new pilots from Suzan Mikiel and Desiree Renee Thomas! PAY ATTENTION TO ME written by Suzan Mikiel (comedy pilot) A woman who avoided her life by working in the wellness industry […]

  • First Fifteen’s Annual Short Film May Reading

    Join us for our Short Film May Reading on Sunday, May 17th • 3–5 PM PT • on Zoom! Grab your spot to hear short film scripts be brought to life by actors in a live virtual reading. ✨ Live staged readings with actors ✍🏽 Feedback from Rochée Jeffrey and a Stephanie McFarlane 🎬 Short film scripts from emerging writers 💬 Community […]