"Nichols’ speaks the theatrical language brilliantly, and his class gave me a chance to let go of inhibitions and simply write. I watched 10 awkward pages turn into a full-length play I was genuinely proud of. Supportive but never coddling, providing insight with great perception and clarity, Nichols’ is a class for the real working playwright."

Aleks Merilo

“Trey is one of those exceptional writing teachers who provides great insights into what's ailing a script without compromising the vision of the playwright. He possesses much patience, humor and creative intuition. I would take his workshops anytime.”

Damon Chua

"Trey's workshops provide an invaluable opportunity to explore the terrain of your play. His comments are funny, smart and, perhaps most important, compassionate. While he always asks important questions (and asks you to ask more difficult questions), his primary concern is helping the playwright discover what's there -- not dictating what should be done."

Tira Palmquist

“Trey creates a warm and supportive environment in which you can feel free to do your best work.  His excellent dramaturgical skills and background as an actor give him a unique perspective on the writing process.   Never judgmental, Trey has an uncanny sense of zeroing in on the heartbeat of a new work and helping coax it to a fuller, more developed life.  I would definitely recommend Trey's workshop for anyone just starting out as a playwright, or for more experienced writers looking for a congenial group in which to make a breakthrough, try a new direction or simply feel supported in their continuing work."

Isabel Storey

"Trey's workshop is an invaluable resource for any playwright needing to finish a script.  The structure of the workshop and Trey's insightful comments create a support, momentum and energy to the writing, which have personally allowed me to break free of my writer's block and commit pen to paper.  Thanks to Trey, I have been able to start and complete a number of scripts which I am not only proud of, but which have received positive feedback from literary managers and audiences alike."

Elizabeth Dement

"Trey Nichols’ writing workshop is an invaluable tool for fine tuning your play.  He provides an atmosphere for judgment free but very helpful suggestions.  He is particularly adept at pinpointing where there could be room for improvement in your work and guiding you towards that goal. He performs all this magic while being kind and supportive of the writer. I highly recommend Trey’s workshop for anyone who wants to have an enriching environment to write."


Diana Woody

"Trey's workshops helped me finish a play I had been working on for some time, and then put together a  successful staged reading of it. I have taken his workshops again and again. They are attended by smart playwrights who happen to also be good enough actors with the capacity to bring my scenes to life and then to contribute to my understanding of what works and what needs work. Trey always asks the tough questions that force me to keep focused on the structure of my play. He is supportive but also very honest; he is attentive to every detail and never misses an inconsistency or false note. In a pleasant, fun atmosphere, he leads groups of serious, committed playwrights to help each other come up with their best possible work."

Irina Bragin

"Trey's workshop is inspirational and invaluable. His thoughts and opinions are wise and nonjudgmental....I recommend this workshop highly if you really want to write a play and get it done right."

Rodney Hom