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Writing for the Stage: The Playwright's Handbook
Writing for the Stage: The Playwright's Handbook
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The theatre is an essential art form that can make us laugh, cry, cringe, or reflect. Writing for the Stage – A Playwrights Handbook is a step-by-step guide to dramatic writing that explores the mechanics of playwriting and the skills needed to create a compelling story.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 23 August 2021
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
Theatre is a vital and ever-evolving art form that has the power to evoke a wide range of emotions and experiences. A well-crafted play can make us laugh, cry, cringe, or reflect on the human condition. It can confirm our existing beliefs or introduce us to entirely new worlds. Whether it relaxes us or ignites our passion for action, theatre has the ability to engage and inspire us.
Writing for the Stage – A Playwrights Handbook is a comprehensive guide to dramatic writing. Drawing on proven methods and insights from professional playwrights, this book delves into the mechanics of playwriting and the skills required to create compelling stories. Its primary goal is to help readers understand the art and craft of writing for the stage and avoid common pitfalls.
The book covers various topics, including defining a play, identifying starting points, emphasizing the importance of structure, navigating the first draft and rewrites, positioning the work within a theatrical context, and understanding the role of the playwright in devising a production. Each chapter provides practical tips, exercises, and examples to enhance the reader's understanding and skills.
By exploring the complexities of playwriting, this handbook equips aspiring playwrights with the tools they need to bring their ideas to life on the stage. Whether you are a seasoned playwright or someone who has a passion for storytelling, this book is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the art of writing for the theatre.
Weight: 410g
Dimension: 245 x 188 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785009020
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