CLICK TO REGISTER FOR THE 2026 SYMPOSIUM
- The first 30 Madison city to register are free.
- Students are able to register for free with valid student ID.
- ALL symposium registrants are able to attend any and all of the events.
- Registration is included for writers participating in the TV Writers’ Room Workshop.
- Registration is included winners of the Wisconsins’ Own Pitch Contest and Wisconsin’s Own Screenplay Contest.
Held in the Pyle Center on the University Wisconsin – Madison’s campus, April 10-12th, 2026, the 2026 Wisconsin Screenwriters’ Symposium will feature:
- Panels, Presentations and Hands-on Workshops with Industry Experts
- Networking Opportunities (Luncheons and Reception Event)
- Pitcha-A-Palooza: Elevator Pitch Event
- A Table Read of the Winning Script from the Wisconsin’s Own Screenplay Contest
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The Wisconsin Screenwriters’ Symposium is hosted by the Department of Communication Arts. The 2025 Symposium was supported by Our Partners: The International Screenwriters’ Association, The Wisconsin Film Festival, Final Draft/Screencraft, Capital City Theatre, Dane Arts, Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier, Embassy Suites and Story Farm.
