Writing Tip for the day!

“If you can tell stories, create characters, devise incidents, and have sincerity and passion, it doesn’t matter a damn how you write”. – Somerset Maugham

We like this quote from novelist Somerset Maugham. It’s true. It’s all about story and character. For those starting out, we often say, if you can talk, then you can write. It’s a simple as that and the quote underneath is particularly poignant when it comes to writing. quote4-w

Consider Joining our next beginners’ creative writing class. Fancy embarking on a new, fun hobby this winter. It’s laid back and it’s a lot of fun. You will get to write in every class and read out what you have written if you want. Come on, let’s get those creative juices flowing. You’ve tonnes of things you want to put into words right? Let 2017 be your year.

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New Year, New You!

Yes indeed. Only a few days now before another new year dawns. What are your resolutions for 2017? Have you often thought about trying an acting class? Would you like to try creative writing? Want to go on stage? Did you know that tapping into your creativity will improve your mood and your productivity? So many Act The Maggot students say they can see the difference in how they approach their work and their personal lives during and after the beginner’s acting class. In just six short weeks, you can build confidence, meet new people and have lots of fun to kick off 2017. Try it. Go on, surprise yourself!

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Read more about the Beginner’s Acting class in Temple Bar (six Thursdays) starting January 26th.
Read more about the Beginner’s Creative Writing class in Rathmines (six Tuesdays) starting January 31st.
Read more about the Improver’s Acting class (Level 2) in Rathmines (six Tuesdays) starting January 24th.

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Confidence to write

quote4-wI am a firm believer in the power of positive thinking. And I don’t mean lying back on the couch, just poring over Pinterest, Instagram or Facebook and liking and sharing quotes about positive living. You’ve got to clarify what you want to do. Then you’ve got to take small steps to achieve your goals. Now, when it comes to creative writing, I really believe that if you can talk, you can write. To become a writer, you must simply write. And you simply must read. Enjoy the journey. It can be frustrating but oh so enriching and rewarding too.

Catch Dubliners Women at the New Theatre in Temple Bar

08cb29e315f08332fa320f011ca29434Looking for something festive to do with friends? Fancy a night at the theatre this Christmas season? Take a look at what the New Theatre in Temple Bar is offering. dublinerswomen_thenewtheatreTheir current show, Dubliners Women – adapted from James Joyce’s collection of short stories is worth a peek. You can book here and read more about it. It runs nightly from 7.30pm until December 17th. Season’s Greetings, Maggots!

Express yourself in 2017

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New Creative Writing class booking now!

New Year, New You! Plan to unleash your creativity and have some fun in 2017.
Our tried and tested six-week Creative Writing class for Beginners is back! It will run on Tuesday nights in Rathmines from January 31st to March 7th, 2017 from 7.30pm to 9.30pm each night. It is now open for bookings. For more information, go to our Creative Writing page here. The environment will be informal and it can be a lot of fun but you will definitely need to bring a pen as each class involves plenty of writing as well as reading and discussion.

Do not hesitate to contact us at actthemaggot@gmail.com to reserve your place.

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New dates for next creative writing class

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“To live a creative life we must lose our fear of being wrong.”
Joseph Chilton Pearce

Gift idea! Buy someone an acting class or a creative writing course!

VoucherNow you can spread the joy and buy an Act The Maggot gift voucher for a friend or loved one. Go on, present them with a golden opportunity to release their own inner maggot! Contact Amy on 087 374 4926 or at actthemaggot@gmail.com to discuss your gift plan and to decide which is best – a beginners’ acting class, a beginners’ creative writing class or an introduction to mindfulness.

Funny story on Creative Writing

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Tapping into one’s creativity, revealing oneself through stories and writing exercises with a group of like-minded aspiring writers can be a lot of fun but it also has its challenges.

For all of you who know what it is like to be part of a creative writing group or are about to learn, this short story by Lucas Gardner published in The New Yorker is hilarious.

Join us next week in Rathmines for a fun, creative writing class. There are still some places left. It starts Tuesday, May 10th and runs for six weeks. 7.30-9.30pm – €180 per course. To book your place, call 087 374 4926 or actthemaggot@gmail.com