Los Angeles Events Calendar – November 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

Monday, November 03, 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET)
Fundamentals of Screenwriting with Timothy Michael Cooper: Live Pitch Bootcamp
Zoom
RSVP
On Monday, November 3, Fundamentals of Screenwriting host Timothy Michael Cooper will listen to approximately five preselected WGA members’ live 5-minute pitches, then offer his detailed constructive thoughts on each one. After we review the top pitch must-haves and precisely what executives are looking for, we’ll get right into the pitches. Prepare yourself for actionable, experienced notes on both your concept and your pitching technique. Whether you’re pitching or not, everyone can learn from viewing this pitch session and live critique!

Monday, November 03, 6:00 p.m.
Partner Event: TTIE’s “Behind the Scenes” Launch Celebration
Idle Hour (4284 Vineland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 91601)
RSVP with TTIE
Raise a glass with TTIE to celebrate the launch of their 2025 Behind the Scenes Report! This milestone wouldn’t be possible without our incredible crew of volunteers who power this work, and the TV writers who generously take the time to share their experiences with us. Most importantly, none of it would mean anything without industry allies like you–people who are curious, committed, and ready to learn more about how together we can make the change we all seek. This event is free to attend, with a suggested $10 donation to support TTIE’s work. Light bites provided. Cash bar with food and drinks available for purchase. Find us on the back patio by the bulldog–we can’t wait to celebrate this moment with you!

Wednesday, November 05, 7-9 p.m.
Committee of Black Writers Meeting
Zoom
RSVP
The WGAW Committee of Black Writers’ mission is to empower, increase visibility, and create career and networking opportunities for Black writers in Hollywood. Established in 1975.

Friday, November 07, 9:30 a.m. PT (12:30 p.m. ET)
Drop-In Career Coaching with Jim Arnoff
Zoom
RSVP
Join Jim Arnoff for an interactive group coaching session to help Writers Guild members with their writing career. Arnoff will help writers navigate specific challenges, from working through blocks, brainstorming solutions and creating individual action plans that move projects forward.

Monday, November 10, 7-9 p.m.
Disabled Writers Committee Meeting
Zoom
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The Disabled Writers Committee advances the visibility and employment of disabled writers while encouraging, celebrating, and endorsing accurate and diverse portrayals of disabled people in all areas of media. We also serve as an expert resource for various issues impacting and related to the disabled community. Established in 1982.

Tuesday, November 11, 3:00 p.m. PT (6:00 p.m. ET)
Writing A Better Future: Reproductive Freedom
Zoom
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What do we do when our reproductive rights are under attack? Stand up, write back! Join the Committee for Inclusion and Equity for a night in which screenwriters, journalists, and experts discuss how we can reframe reproductive freedom in our stories. Where are we in the current landscape of abortion rights and reproductive healthcare access and how can we meet this moment? What are ways writers can change the narrative by envisioning a better, brighter future? Moderated by Melissa London Hilfers (MONARCH), with Susan Rinkunas (Jezebel, Autonomy News), Zora Howard (PREMATURE), Eliza Hittman (NEVER RARELY SOMETIMES ALWAYS), and Caren Spruch (Planned Parenthood).

Tuesday, November 11, 7-9 p.m.
Native American & Indigenous Writers Committee Meeting
Zoom
RSVP
The NAIWC represents the professional and creative interests of Native American & Indigenous writers. It works to mentor, encourage, empower and increase the visibility of employment of writers of Native American & Indigenous heritage, and serves as a cultural and educational resource for all Guild member-writers seeking to portray Native American & Indigenous Peoples in their work. Established in 2007.

Wednesday, November 12, 7-9 p.m.
Career Longevity Committee Meeting
WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room + Zoom (Hybrid)
RSVP
The mission of the Career Longevity Committee is to advocate for writers over 50 to obtain equal access to the job market with equal opportunity for sustained professional growth. Established in 1980.

Thursday, November 13, 6:30-8 p.m.
Writers Education Committee Meeting
Zoom
RSVP
Special guest Zachary Wanerman (Vice President, Feature Film Development, Mandalay Pictures) will appear at 6:30 p.m. meeting start. WGAW’s Writers Education Committee has a broad mandate to develop programs that provide Guild members with practical, inside knowledge about how the industry works and how it is changing, emphasizing tips and tools to help writers succeed. The goal is to provide working knowledge for writers.

Monday, November 17, 7-9 p.m.
Latinx Writers Committee Meeting
Zoom
RSVP
This committee actively represents the professional, creative, social and economic interests of Latinx Guild members. Its mandate is to encourage Latinx writers to become more active within the Guild; and to raise the profile and perception of Latinx writers in the industry at large by creating forums that foster networking, collaboration, education, information exchange, employment opportunities and creative expression. Established in 1977.

Wednesday, November 19, 7-9 p.m.
South Asian Writers Committee Meeting
WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room + Zoom (Hybrid)
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. Our featured guest will be Emmy winner and SAWC member Simran Baidwan (The Pitt). Plus, we’ll have a celebration of the SAWC’s one-year anniversary.

Thursday, November 20, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
LGBTQ+ Writers Committee Meeting
WGAW 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose Room + Zoom (Hybrid)
RSVP
The Writers Guild of America West’s LGBTQ+ Writers Committee seeks to utilize its constituency as a resource to all writers who include LGBTQ+ characters in their work. Its members also wish to provide cultural and educational opportunities for WGAW members to nurture an understanding of how sexual orientation and gender identity affect the lives of writers; endeavor to provide networking and social activities enabling the WGAW membership to better know one another and create a greater demand for the writing services of LGBTQ+ WGAW members; and strive to generate a greater awareness within the Guild of sexual orientation (and gender identity) as a minority and, where appropriate, to identify and advocate against instances of homophobia, transphobia and/or discrimination within our industry. Established in 2002.

December Preview

Friday, November 05, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
WGFestival 2025
Zoom
RSVP
WGFestival returns December 5-6 for two days of incredible programming featuring conversations with film and TV writers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. Hosted by the Writers Guild Foundation and sponsored by Amazon MGM Studios, expect an educational, insightful, and inspiring experience for writers at all levels. Stay tuned to WGFestival.org for more information on our schedule, speaker lineup, and ticketing info to be announced. WGF events are open to the public – you do not have to be a WGA member to attend. -tt

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.

Friday, November 7, 7:30 p.m.
Screening: TRAIN DREAMS
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with co-writer Clint Bentley immediately following.
Screenplay by Clint Bentley & Greg Kwedar
Based on the Novella by Denis Johnson

Sunday, November 9, 1:00 p.m.
Screening: CHRISTY
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with co-writer David Michôd immediately following.
Screenplay by Mirrah Foulkes & David Michôd
Story by Katherine Fugate

Sunday, November 9, 5:00 p.m.
Screening: HAMNET
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Chloé Zhao & Maggie O’Farrell immediately following.
Screenplay by Chloé Zhao & Maggie O’Farrell

Saturday, November 15, 11:30 a.m.
Screening: NUREMBERG
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written for the Screen and Directed by James Vanderbilt
Based on “The Nazi and the Psychiatrist” by Jack El-Hai

Saturday, November 15, 3:00 p.m.
Screening: JAY KELLY
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Noah Baumbach & Emily Mortimer immediately following.
Written by Noah Baumbach & Emily Mortimer

Saturday, November 15, 7:00 p.m.
Screening: WICKED: FOR GOOD
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox immediately following.
Screenplay by Winnie Holzman and Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox
Based on the Musical Stage Play with Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and Book by Winnie Holzman from the Novel by Gregory Maguire

Sunday, November 16, 1:00 p.m.
Screening: BUGONIA
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Will Tracy immediately following.
Screenplay by Will Tracy
Based on the Film “Save the Green Planet” Written and Directed by Jang Joon Hwan and Produced by Sidus

Sunday, November 16, 4:30 p.m.
Screening: PREDATOR: BADLANDS
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Screenplay by Patrick Aison
Story by Patrick Aison & Dan Trachtenberg
Based on Characters Created by Jim Thomas & John Thomas

Sunday, November 16, 7:00 p.m.
Screening: THE RUNNING MAN
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Michael Bacall & Edgar Wright immediately following.
Screenplay by Michael Bacall and Michael Bacall & Edgar Wright
Based on the novel by Stephen King

Sunday, November 23, 1:00 p.m.
Screening: NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DON’T
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Screenplay by Michael Lesslie and Paul Wernick & Rhett Reese and Seth Grahame-Smith
Story by Eric Warren Singer and Michael Lesslie
Based on Characters Created by Boaz Yakin & Edward Ricourt

Sunday, November 23, 4:00 p.m.
Screening: SENTIMENTAL VALUE
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Eskil Vogt and Joachim Trier
This film is in Norwegian and English with subtitles.

Sunday, November 23, 7:00 p.m.
Screening: WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Rian Johnson immediately following.
Written and Directed by Rian Johnson

Saturday, November 29, 1:00 p.m.
Screening: ZOOTOPIA 2
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Jared Bush
Family Matinee: Members may bring up to 3 guests (ages 3 and up) to this screening.

Saturday, November 29, 4:00 p.m.
Screening: RENTAL FAMILY
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Hikari, Stephen Blahut

Saturday, November 29, 7:00 p.m.
Screening: REBUILDING
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Max Walker-Silverman