Write from the Gut!
Write from the Gut! is our longest-running program. This quarterly reading series urges writers to share the deepest parts of who they are. This program is held in-person throughout San Francisco or virtually via Zoom.
Raw Words, Real Stories: The 10-Year Journey of 'Write from the Gut'
"Write from the Gut!" is a reading series that has featured over 500 different writers throughout the last decade. This series has a dual purpose: to be a platform for emerging writers to share their works-in-progress and to be a safe space for artists to express the vulnerability needed to create great writing.
This series' goal is to foster authenticity and personal expression. Participants are asked to write from their "deep voice" and the first person "I" to craft compelling work that transforms into impactful performances. Then, they read or perform their writing for 3 minutes each, regardless of theme.
What makes this program so unique is that there are strong efforts to make sure all genres are valued and all writers feel heard. SFCWI tries its best to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for instructors, students, and occasional guest features.
In these challenging times, the series continues to provide a platform for writers to share their stories, fostering a supportive artistic community that welcomes diverse voices and connects audiences with moving authentic experiences.
This series' goal is to foster authenticity and personal expression. Participants are asked to write from their "deep voice" and the first person "I" to craft compelling work that transforms into impactful performances. Then, they read or perform their writing for 3 minutes each, regardless of theme.
What makes this program so unique is that there are strong efforts to make sure all genres are valued and all writers feel heard. SFCWI tries its best to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for instructors, students, and occasional guest features.
In these challenging times, the series continues to provide a platform for writers to share their stories, fostering a supportive artistic community that welcomes diverse voices and connects audiences with moving authentic experiences.
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