The Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop

02/18/2026

FSWW presents:

When the Fence Falls Watch Party

When: Sunday - February 22, 2026
5:00 pm EST/4:00 pm CST/2:00 pm PST
Live on Zoom!

In the aftermath of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, a group of friends plans a daring act of vengeance.

Tickets: $10.00
Register www.thefsww.org

02/18/2026

From the FSWW Online Academy:
The Self Tape Conversion Code: From Tape to Callback

March 9 - April 13, 2026

Led by Xavier Mikal, Actor/Coach
A practical course supports performers in creating clear, professional self-tapes that allow the work to come through confidently and consistently.

$600

Register: https://www.fswwonline.com

01/30/2026

Paying tribute to Woodie King, Jr. 🕊️

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1C1RgE9EzF/

01/15/2026

VERA KATZ RETURNS TO FSWW
Holiday Sale Extended

Register now for the Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop online Educational courses for theater artists. Offerings include:

What Makes a Good Play 2.0 - How to Analyze a Play
by Professor Vera Katz

and

The Self Tape Conversation Code: From Tape to Callback
by Xavier Mikal

Offered live and online for busy arts professionals, courses begin Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday weekend, so register today.

For more information, visit FSWW onlline.

https://www.zoomcatchers.us/post/extended-holiday-sale-on-fsww-online-classes-register-now

12/21/2025

Excited to be a guest tonight 10pm on Khdc FM with Eme7 aka Ricardo García! Tune in or catch the stream @ Saturdayfirst.com

11/19/2025

🎬 New: Self-Tape Reel Mastery — 6 live sessions starting December 6
Stop planning to make a reel “someday.” Actually make one.
Learn from Xavier Mikal:
→ Working actor (SHIRLEY on Netflix, THE PACT on YouTube)
→ MFA professor
→ Teaches at Trilith Studios (where Marvel films)
6 sessions over 8 weeks with a strategic holiday break built in. Finished reel by January 24—ready for pilot season.
12 spots. $600 early bird pricing (ends Nov 30).
Link in bio. DM me with questions.

11/07/2025

Support WE ARE FSWW Fall Celebration and Fundraisers, showcasing Readings, performances and conversations on the craft of storytelling, from our programs and workshops.

Presented online via Zoom with featured special guests!

Register for any or all of the following dates:
Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025 at 1:00 - 3:00 PM PST/4:00 - 6:00 PM EST
Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 at 1:00 - 3:00 PM PST/4:00 - 6:00 PM EST
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025 at 1:00 - 3:00 PM PST/4:00 - 6:00 PM EST

RSVP today!
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ASnwFCiRRD6_vAPPTKqeyw #/registration

10/18/2025

10/09/2025

Doing my homework and posting about THE LAST CLASS with Robert Reich! Everyone should see it! Especially teachers and anyone even slightly disturbed by what’s happening everyday in the nation. Here’s a taste of the conversation between Robert Reich and comedian W. Kamau Bell that followed the film. -media

08/31/2025

And then this happened ...
Garland L. Thompson, Jr. and The Frank Silvera Writer's Workshop has partnered with The Atlanta Black Theatre Festival to mentor Erick Brooks in the first ever "Partnership in Play." The result, a completed new draft of "When the Fence Falls," and presented as a staged Reading at this year's festival. Congratulations to Erick and Cast for achieving this work and a marvellous reception at ABTF's Creative Arts Conference. Continued Success!

08/28/2025

Our festival celebrates powerful stories from diverse voices, including the incredible contributions of women in the arts. On Women’s Equality Day, we honor their strength, creativity, and resilience that continue to inspire us all. Let’s keep pushing boundaries together! ✊🏾🎭

Many of our shows are written by women. Get your tickets now @ abtf.ludus.com