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  • As television has grown and expanded to include new, innovative formats and platforms, westerns have remained a popular genre and consistent source for stories among writers and show creators. In this panel discussion, writers and producers from the latest crop of TV westerns share insight into the creation of their series, how they’re reimagining the genre, and why stories out of the American West continue to inspire.

    Panelists:
    Hunt Baldwin – writer and executive producer, Longmire
    Kevin Murphy – writer and executive producer, The Son, Defiance
    John Wirth – writer and executive producer, Hap and Leonard, Hell on Wheels, The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr.

    Stay tuned for more panelist announcements.

    PLUS, the Autry Museum and Cafe will be open to ticket holders before the program. The Autry's Crossroads West Cafe will offer a limited menu from 5pm to 7pm. Beer, wine, and light dinner fare will be available for purchase. Arrive early and check out the awesome exhibits on display! 

    More information about the event can also be found here.

    All events advertised on our “Events” page are open to anyone who wants to buy a ticket – not just WGA members!

    In the case the event is sold out, we will have a first come, first serve stand-by line at the event. The stand-by line does not guarantee entry into the event.

    Proceeds benefit the Writers Guild Foundation and the Autry Museum of the American West. 

    Got a question about events? E-mail us at events@wgfoundation.org. 

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Since 1966, the Writers Guild Foundation has been the premier Hollywood resource for emerging writers and entertainment lovers. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, our mission is to preserve and promote the history and craft of writing for the screen

Along with operating the Shavelson-Webb Library and Archives in Los Angeles, the Foundation hosts public events featuring notable TV and film writers as well as community outreach programs connecting writers with underserved communities.