Embark on a transformative 16-day journey designed for writers ready to elevate their scripts or screenplays. Whether you have a nascent idea or a complete first draft, this intensive residency offers the tools and guidance to reimagine and refine your work.
Led by award-winning Nigerian-American dramaturg and creative producer Iyvon E.—Artistic Director of The Parsnip Ship and former Director of Artistic Programming at Signature Theatre in NYC—participants will engage in rigorous workshops, personalized mentorship, and collaborative sessions aimed at deepening narrative structure, character development, and thematic resonance.
Set against the serene backdrop of Pezzolo, a historic Sicilian village nestled in the Peloritani mountains, writers will find inspiration in the region's rich cultural tapestry and tranquil landscapes. This immersive experience not only fosters artistic growth but also encourages meaningful connections among a diverse cohort of international creatives.
Open to writers at all levels, applications are now open for September 2025.
Residency Eligibility
Residency Experience Summary
Application Information
Basic Eligibility:
- The fee to participate is €1,900. Once accepted, there will be a €250 nonrefundable deposit to hold your place. Final payment is due no later than 1 week prior to arrival.
- For local Messina participants who wish to participate but do not require housing, the fee for the course is €850. The local participation fee does not include meals (except lunch), local transportation, or emergency health & medical insurance.
- Participants must be 18 or older at the time of the program. There is no upper age limit on participation.
- The residency will primarily be conducted in English. Good working knowledge of English is necessary for all participants.
- Candidates advancing to the next stage of the application will be contacted to schedule a short, informal interview.
Deadline:
Applications will be considered and accepted on a rolling basis. A very limited number of spots are available and will fill up. Final cutoff for applications will be July 15 or once all spots have been filled, whichever occurs first.
What’s Included:
- 15 overnight stays in shared accommodation in Casa Trinacria
- Rooms in Casa Trinacria are shared. Each room has 2 twin beds, meaning participants will share with 1 other roommate.
- Participants may request a single room at an additional cost of +€40/night.
- 3 meals per day (excluding during the excursion day)
- All local transportation, including to/from airport and excursions
- 6 one-to-one dramaturgical meetings with Iyvon
- Access to workspaces throughout the village
- Guided community engagement opportunities
- Emergency health & medical insurance*
What’s Not Included:
- Airfare
- Travel insurance
- Any applicable visa or passport fees for entry
- Sightseeing, souvenirs, and meals during the excursion day to Taormina
*Trinacria’s emergency health & medical insurance provider does not offer coverage to residents of Australia, Cuba, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea), Gambia, Ghana, Islamic Republic of Iran, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Syrian Arab Republic, and U.S. Virgin Islands, or to travelers who are not leaving their home country (i.e. Italy). If any of these apply to you, you will be responsible for securing your own emergency health and medical insurance policy for your travels to Sicily.