Los Angeles Events Calendar – February 2025

The Writers Guild of America East invites members to attend events happening in Los Angeles and online this month.

The calendar below includes information on screenings, panels and committee meetings taking place in October.

RSVPs are not required for screenings at the Writers Guild Theater. You only need your Guild membership card to attend all screenings. All screenings take place at the Writers Guild Theater (135 S. Doheny Dr., Beverly Hills) and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Unless otherwise specified, you can bring up to TWO guests to screenings. You can find the latest list of upcoming Los Angeles screenings via the WGAW website. (external – opens in a new window)

RSVPs are required for all other, non-screening events.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at events@wgaeast.org. 

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Upcoming Meetings & Events – In-Person & Virtual

Tuesday, February 04, 6:30–8 p.m.
WGAW Genre Committee Meeting
Zoom
RSVP
WGAW’s Genre Committee was formed with the purpose of attracting writers interested in a certain genre, to meet, discuss and exchange information in a peer-to-peer setting. Our mission is to push education, diversity and camaraderie amongst all writers no matter their background. The Committee welcomes all writers because writers work in all genres. Special guest writer Chris Hazzard will appear at meeting start at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, February 05, 7–9 p.m.
South Asian Writers Committee Meeting – NEW DATE
Zoom
RSVP
The South Asian Writers Committee was created to enhance the visibility, access, employment opportunities, and community support of South Asian WGA members. We seek to increase awareness of our unique culture and to empower and support South Asian writers, storylines, and portrayals on screen. Established in 2024.

Thursday, February 06, 7–9 p.m.
Writing TV Movies: Where the Action Is?
WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room
RSVP
Although screenwriting jobs may seem elusive these days, there’s one area that remains relatively healthy and hiring: the TV movie world. Between romcoms, holiday fare, mysteries and thrillers on cable networks like Hallmark and Lifetime; independently made films that land on the small screen; and streamers that premiere theatrical-style comedies and action pictures, there’s substantial work to be had. Is it easy to find or get? Of course not. But if your focus has been on selling pilots, TV staffing, and theatrical gigs, and you’re not finding the opportunities, maybe it’s time to widen the net.

Monday, February 10, 7–9 p.m.
Committee of Women Writers Meeting
Zoom
RSVP
The Committee of Women Writers represents the professional interests of the women-identifying Guild members who are seeking WGA-covered work. The CWW sponsors events designed to increase access to employment and to foster networking and collaboration between the women-identifying members of all Guilds. The goal is to improve the profile and perception of women-identifying writers in our industry in order to achieve equal access and financial parity in the workplace. Established in 1972.

Monday, February 10, 7–8:30 p.m.
WGF Library Script Breakdown with Wicked’s Winnie Holzman
Zoom
RSVP
In this virtual event series, WGF Librarians Javier Barrios and Lauren O’Connor gather acclaimed writers for the ultimate script dissection, looking at scripts on screen to analyze and learn about description, dialogue, character voice, and more. For this session, we welcome Winnie Holzman to talk about the screenplay for Wicked. As we go through the script’s pages, we’ll learn about Holzman’s process for adapting her book for Act One of the beloved stage musical to the screen. RSVP for free or with a suggested donation. All proceeds will go towards the Entertainment Community Fund to support those in the industry who have been impacted by the Southern California wildfires. After signing up, you’ll receive information on how to access the Zoom session.

Thursday, February 13, 7–9 p.m.
Middle Eastern Writers Committee Meeting
WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room
RSVP
The mission of the Middle Eastern Writers Committee is to boost visibility and employment of Middle Eastern writers within the film and television industry, while celebrating and promoting accurate portrayals of Middle Eastern characters in all areas of media. We also serve as an expert resource for productions on issues related to the vast and diverse Middle Eastern community in the United States and abroad. Established in 2020.

Sunday, February 16, 1–5 p.m. – WGA Theater
Committee of Black Writers Short Film Screening
Writers Guild Theater – 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
RSVP
Sponsored by the CBW and featuring the work of Black WGA members, this screening will provide a platform for 13 short films that reflect the Black experience, Black history and Black culture in all its diversity. The WGAW Committee of Black Writers’ mission is to empower, increase visibility, and create career and networking opportunities for Black writers in Hollywood.

Tuesday, February 18, 7–8:30 p.m.
It’s the End of the World As We Know It
Zoom
RSVP
These days it seems like everyone’s talking about the end of the world, so naturally the subject is a ripe arena for storytelling. Presented by WGAW’s Genre Committee, this Guild panel will engage with writers of film and television projects which explore jarring and often horrifying topics like alien invasion, viral outbreaks, zombies, nuclear wars, robot mutinies, monsters, and environmental and space-based disasters. We’ll discuss why audiences are compelled to consume this type of content, what the market looks like for pitching and selling, and how stories about the end of the world shape culture and society. And when our conversation has met its untimely end, we hope writers will come away with a better understanding of what it takes to create these exciting and memorable stories.
Panelists include writers Andy Bobrow (Last Man on Earth), Eric Heisserer (Bird Box), Angela Kang (The Walking Dead) and Michael Tolkin (Deep Impact, The Rapture), as well as University of Chicago professors James Evans and Daniel Holz, authors of the recent New Yorker think piece, “Are We Doomed?;” moderator: Aaron Wiener (Resident Alien).

Tuesday, February 18, 7–8:30 p.m.
WGF x Business of Creating – From Script to Savings: Navigating the New World of Film and TV Tax Incentives
WGAW HQ & Zoom
RSVP
Join The Business of Creating Institute and the Writers Guild Foundation for a dynamic, interactive panel and Q&A with seasoned Entertainment professionals to uncover the world of Film and TV tax incentives. Learn how writers, filmmakers, and producers can leverage tax credits, rebates, and deductions to maximize creative output while keeping production budgets realistic. This event will be held in-person at the WGAW headquarters in Los Angeles and livestreamed via Zoom. Tickets are $20.

Wednesday, February 19, 7:30–9:30 p.m.
Jewish Writers Committee Meeting
Zoom
RSVP
The Jewish Writers Committee represents the professional, creative, and social interests of Jewish writers of all backgrounds and levels of observance and offers a sense of community. It educates and advocates with the goal of encouraging the accurate depiction of Jewish characters and Jewish history in the media. It promotes Jewish inclusion on and off the screen, working to prevent discrimination in the hiring process. Established in 2024.

Thursday, February 20, 7–9 p.m.
Asian American Writers Committee Meeting
WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room + Zoom (Hybrid)
RSVP
This committee actively represents the professional and creative interests of Asian American Guild members. Its mandate is to be dedicated to the encouragement, empowerment and employment of writers of Asian heritage. Established in 2002.

Monday, February 24, 7–8:30 p.m.
Integrating Mental Health in Storytelling
Zoom
RSVP
Presented by WGAW’s Writers Education Committee in partnership with The Hollywood Committee, an organization dedicated to changing the narrative around mental health in film and television, this Guild panel brings together leading writers and experts to explore storytelling’s critical role in addressing America’s mental health landscape. Maintaining mental health, like physical health, is a universal part of the human experience – and mental illness introduces a myriad of interesting complex narratives. This panel offers insights on how to authentically portray characters working to maintain their mental health and navigate mental illness, featuring writers and clinicians who have successfully integrated these elements into their work. We’ll examine how writers can break down stigma, navigate nuanced mental health journeys, and create narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. Discover how addressing mental health can enrich your storytelling, inspire empathy, and drive meaningful action. Panelists include writers Morgan Cooper (Creator-showrunner, Bel Air), Michael Grassi (Creator-showrunner, Brilliant Minds), Alexa Junge (The United States of Tara), and Shawn Ryan (Creator-showrunner, The Night Agent, The Shield), Noopur Agarwal (Vice President Social Impact, Showtime-MTV-Paramount Global) and Ashley Kolaya, USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative); moderator: Ken LaZebnik (When Calls the Heart, Touched by an Angel).

Monday, February 24, 7–9 p.m.
Middle Eastern Writers Committee Mock Writers Room w/ Brent Forrester
WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room + Zoom (Hybrid)
RSVP
Over the course of the evening, Brent Forrester (The Office) will demonstrate the process of “story-breaking” by leading a group of six writers from the WGAW Middle Eastern Writers Committee through the process of pitching, structuring and “carding” an episode of TV. In the second hour, Brent will focus on group writing, leading the room through the creation of a scene from scratch, followed by editing, and punch-up.

Upcoming Screenings

All Los Angeles screenings take place at the Writers Guild Theater (135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211). Parking is free/validated at theater. You can bring TWO (2) GUESTS to all general screenings, and THREE (3) GUESTS at all Family Matinees. Seating is first come, first served. No RSVP needed. The most up-to-date list of screenings can always be found on the WGAW’s Screenings Calendar.

Sunday, February 2, 11:00 a.m.
Screening: SANTOSH
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Sandhya Suri

Sunday, February 2, 2:00 p.m.
Screening: PARTHENOPE
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written and Directed by Paolo Sorrentino

Sunday, February 2, 5:00 p.m.
Screening: YOU’RE CORDIALLY INVITED
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Nicholas Stoller immediately following.
Written and Directed by Nicholas Stoller

Friday, February 7, 7:30 p.m.
Screening: ONE OF THEM DAYS
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Syreeta Singleton

Saturday, February 8, 1:00 p.m.
Screening: DOG MAN
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written for the Screen and Directed by Peter Hastings
Based on the Book Series by Dav Pilkey
Family Matinee: Members may bring up to 3 guests (ages 3 and up) to this screening.

Saturday, February 8, 4:00 p.m.
Screening: LOVE HURTS
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Matthew Murray & Josh Stoddard and Luke Passmore

Saturday, February 8, 7:00 p.m.
Screening: LOVE ME
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written and Directed by Sam Zuchero & Andrew Zuchero

Saturday, February 15, 11:00 a.m.
Screening: WAVES
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written and Directed by Jiří Mádl
This is a Foreign Language film with English subtitles.

Saturday, February 15, 2:00 p.m.
Screening: CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Screenplay by Rob Edwards and Malcolm Spellman & Dalan Musso and Julius Onah & Peter Glanz
Story by Rob Edwards and Malcolm Spellman & Dalan Musson
Based on the Marvel Comics

Saturday, February 15, 5:00 p.m.
Screening: SAY A LITTLE PRAYER
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Nancy De Los Santos immediately following.
Written by Nancy De Los Santos
This screening is co-sponsored by the Latinx Writers Committee.

Sunday, February 23, 11:00 a.m.
Screening: PADDINGTON IN PERU
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Screenplay by Mark Burton and Jon Foster & James Lamont
Story by Paul King and Simon Farnaby and Mark Burton
“Paddington Bear” Created by Michael Bond
Family Matinee: Members may bring up to 3 guests (ages 3 and up) to this screening.

Sunday, February 23, 2:00 p.m.
Screening: GAZER
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Screenplay by Ryan J. Sloan and Ariella Mastroianni

Sunday, February 23, 5:00 p.m.
Screening: LAST BREATH
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Mitchell LaFortune and Alex Parkinson & David Brooks
Based on the Documentary “Last Breath” by Met Films

Friday, February 28, 7:30 p.m.
Screening: THE MONKEY
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written for the Screen and Directed by Osgood Perkins
Based on the Short Story by Stephen King