Crafting Stories: Mark Roberts and Jon Raymond

Join two accomplished storytellers, Mark Roberts, whose work spans the stage to screen with credits including Mike and Molly, Two and a Half Men, as well as his acclaimed plays, and Jon Raymond, known for his novels, teleplays and screenplays including Mildred Pierce,Meek’s Cutoff and Wendy and Lucy, for an in-depth conversation on the art of crafting stories for both screen and stage. Whether you’re an aspiring writer or a seasoned storyteller, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore the creative process behind some of television’s most memorable characters, as well as the world of theater. The conversation will be moderated by Marisa Cohen, Festival Director, Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology (PFCAT)

This event is held in conjunction with Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology (PFCAT), which is taking place August 6th-10th at OMSI. This year’s festival will showcase two animated comedy shorts written and directed by Mark Roberts: Nighty Night Ken Burns and I Took My Avocado to Aspen, Colorado.

This event is free and open to all. For more information: https://literary-arts.org/event/crafting-stories-mark-roberts-and-jon-raymond/

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