Creative Writing Workshop:

Taught By Emma Heatherington

Ask Emma

Watch these videos where Emma Heatherington answers your questions about her process in writing and our Creative Writing class.

Testimonials

See what our students have to say about taking our Creative Writing Class.

Creatively engaging, informative, and supremely motivational. Emma fully encourages her students to reach new depths in their writing skills while simultaneously creating a heartwarming environment that is welcoming to all. The Players Conservatory is a place where artistic and like-minded individuals are given opportunities to develop their craft and build lifelong friendships. An overall incredible learning experience. - Deanna Molinaro


The amount I have progressed as a writer would not have happened without Emma, The Players Conservatory and its fellow creatives. The bond we now have will last and last and we have all found our unique style. It has been the best investment I have made in my creative career, and I cannot wait to see where this takes me in the future. - Laura Burdett


If you don’t take Emma’s class at The Player’s Conservatory, you’ll be missing out! She’s skilled at what she does, and isgreat at passing on her knowledge in a way that’s understandable and fun, which is not something that every teacher can do. Most importantly, she finds ways to use class exercises to help foster a sense of community within the class, so much so that we have a group chat and a class hashtag. I knew from the second week of class that I would dread the last day, and now that it’s over, I’m so thankful for both the writing tips I’ve acquired, some of which were unexpected, that’ll help me turn a hobby into a career someday and the writing community I’ll have for a lifetime. Taking this class was one ofthe best decisions I ever made. - Morgan Stephens


One of the best decisions I have ever made was signing up for the 6 week writing course At The Players Conservatory with Emma Heatherington. Emma is such an amazing teacher.  She gives you the confidence to believe in yourself and just write.  Her 6 week course was amazing. She covers every aspect of writing from how to start writing to getting published.  You are never alone throughout the process. She has an ease about her that helps you open up to the ideas in your head and put them on paper. Starting with a simple poem then a short story and on to a full novel. As someone who had never written a single personal piece I came away from this class with a full short story, several poems and I am now well on my way to writing a novel.  If you have every thought of writing but had no idea where to start.  This is the class for you without question.  - Kathleen Flanagan


I was so excited when I saw that you were offering a creative writing class. My undergraduate degree is in creative writing and literature. I recall going on job interviews and my response to where I saw myself in 5 years always included being a published author. That was over 20 years ago. This class was just what I needed to light a fire under me and dust off the cobwebs. I signed up for the class and then saw the Instagram interview with Emma Heatherington. I was looking forward to the class even more after that. Emma is a wonderful teacher. She presented things clearly and gave us great examples. Her feedback and advice were invaluable. Being part of this class and The Players Conservatory has enriched my life in so many ways. The lessons learned and the friendships formed....priceless. - Elysse Power


I've been writing for most of my life, something I needed to do to feel sane.  I've always lived by the mantra of learning something new each day, looking for ways to improve myself and my craft.  When I heard about the Creative Writing course with Emma Heatherington through The Players Conservatory, I knew I had to take it.  I'd always wanted to take a proper writing class, and this just felt like the Universe saying "This is your chance."  I'm glad I took that chance.  This class has been one of the greatest things to happen to me.  I learned so much and improved my craft in such a short time, not to mention meeting and making friends with some of the greatest people I've ever had the pleasure to call my friends and my sisters.  I will never forget what I learned over the weeks of this class.  I am eternally grateful that I trusted my instincts and took the plunge. - AJ