Los Angeles Events Calendar – January 2026

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, January 05, 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET)
Fundamentals of Screenwriting with Timothy Michael Cooper
Zoom
RSVP
Good Scripts vs GREAT Scripts: What are the key differences that separate a strong script from one that absolutely blows people away? After working with companies and clients on hundreds of screenplays–and reading thousands more–it’s clear that all truly memorable scripts have several key traits in common. Get a strong grasp of these powerful techniques to transform your story into something genuinely unforgettable.

Tuesday, January 06, 4:00 p.m. PT (7:00 p.m. ET)
National Town Hall on Authoritarianism and the Press
Zoom
RSVP
Journalists are being targeted, press access to the White House is restricted and the President is going after news outlets that don’t report favorably on the administration. The WGAE is standing up for Press Freedom and inviting you to join a national town hall – a public conversation at a moment of crisis. Taking place via Zoom at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT this Tuesday, January 6, 2026, journalists will share their stories in the virtual event sponsored by The National Writers Union, NABET-CWA, The NewsGuild-CWA, PEN America, Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Freedom of the Press Foundation, the National Association of Black Journalists. The national town hall is an opportunity for journalists, readers and members of the public to come together in defense of press freedom.

Wednesday, Jan 07, 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. WGA members only.

Thursday, January 08, 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.

Friday, Jan 09, 7-8:30 p.m.
Specificity is Universality: How to Make Your Personal Story A Universal One
2nd Floor Multi-purpose Room & Zoom Webinar (Hybrid)
Learn more & get tickets
The Writers Guild Foundation teams up with Stephens College MFA in TV and Screenwriting for a conversation focused on writing universally resonant stories that come from specific, personal experiences. Panelists include Frida Perez (The Studio) and Annie Weisman (Physical). Attendees have the option to join us in person at the WGAW HQ or through our Zoom livestream. WGF events are open to the public – you do not have to be a WGA member to attend.

Monday, Jan 12, 7-9 p.m.
Disabled Writers Committee Meeting
Zoom
RSVP
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. WGA members only.

Tuesday, Jan 13, 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. WGA members only

Wednesday, Jan 14, 7-9 p.m.
Career Longevity Committee Meeting
Zoom
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. WGA members only.

Saturday, Jan 17, 3-9 p.m.
Write-A-Thon 2026: New Year’s Resolution Edition (Sold Out)
WGF Library
Sold Out
Crush your 2026 writing goals at our first Write-A-Thon of the year! Join us for a six-hour writing sprint with our library staff on hand to help with script requests and a community of writers providing the motivation you need to brainstorm, write, revise, or finish that script. Food and drinks will be provided, and those who stick around to the very end will be entered into a raffle to win fun prizes. WGF events are open to the public – you do not have to be a WGA member to attend.

Tuesday, Jan 20, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
LGBTQ+ Writers Committee Meeting
Zoom
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. WGA members only.

Monday, Jan 26, 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. WGA members only.

Wednesday, Feb 4, 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. WGA members only.

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, Jan 11, 12:00 PM
Screening: SOUND OF FALLING
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Mascha Schilinski, Louise Peter
This is a Foreign Language film with English subtitles.
Not Rated, 155 minutes, Print Courtesy of Mubi

Sunday, Jan 11, 4:00 PM
Screening: A PRIVATE LIFE
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Screenplay by Anne Berest and Rebecca Zlotowski
In collaboration with Gaëlle Macé
This is a Foreign Language film with English subtitles.
Rated R, 103 minutes, Print Courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics

Sunday, Jan 11, 7:00 PM
Screening: ANACONDA
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Tom Gormican & Kevin Etten
Based on the Anaconda by Hans Bauer, Jim Cash, Jack Epps Jr.

Saturday, Jan 17, 2:00 PM
Screening: MERCY
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Marco van Belle

Saturday, Jan 17, 5:00 PM
Screening: DEAD MAN’S WIRE
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Austin Kolodney

Friday, Jan 23, 7:30 PM
Screening: SEND HELP
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Q&A with Damian Shannon & Mark Swift immediately following.
Written by Damian Shannon & Mark Swift

Sunday, Jan 25, 2:00 PM
Screening: ISLANDS
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Jan-Ole Gerster, Blaž Kutin, Lawrie Doran

Sunday, Jan 25, 5:00 PM
Screening: PRIMATE
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Johannes Roberts & Eusebi Ernest Riera Mair

Saturday, Jan 31, 2:00 PM
Screening: A USEFUL GHOST
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written and Directed by Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke
This is a Foreign Language film with English subtitles.

Saturday, Jan 31, 5:00 PM
Screening: 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE
Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills 90211
Written by Alex Garland