A weekend workshop for playwrights, theatre directors and actors. The relationship between writer, director and cast is a vital one in the development of a new play. This workshop will explore key principles of those relationships, and how to manage them at each stage of a new play’s development. Led by Tom Latter, Artistic Director …
The Actors Centre, London is hosting a playwriting workshop led by Amy Rosenthal. This one-day workshop will explore aspects of writing for the stage. The morning will look at at kick-starting ideas and trusting your instincts. The afternoon will focus on character development and how to bring your characters to dramatic life. Tutor Information – …
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For anyone thinking of upping sticks to study Playwriting at Masters level, this one could be for you: Glasgow University have funded places available for various Masters courses including Playwriting & Dramaturgy. For full details visit the website Deadline: none posted Source: @Playwriting_UK
One IdeasTap member will get the opportunity to attend COFILMIC’s Writing and Selling TV Comedy Course. A place on the course usually costs £395. The course is London based and starts on Saturday 12th July, running for six weeks. Course details: this is an intensive and interactive programme where you will be expected to create …
Writing and selling TV comedy course – one free place available for an IdeasTap member Read More »
There are a number of exciting workshops and talks aimed at writers coming up soon. Here are a few you may want to check out! Rehearsal Room Presents…: Salon evening and Q&A with John Yorke (author of writing guide Into the Woods) Wednesday 21 May 2014 at 7.30pm, Pleasance Theatre (£6/£8) Playwright/performer and broadcaster/journalist Yasmeen …
Ever wondered how to send your script to the BBC and what happens when you do? How do they assess your work? What grabs them and what puts them off? If you’re after some tips, this is a session not to miss. BBC Writersroom is always on the lookout for fresh, new, talented writers of …
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Two IdeasTap members will win a place on a Storylining for Continuing Drama Workshop led by BAFTA-nominated executive producer Kathleen Beedles. The full-day practical workshop on the craft of storylining normally costs £250. The ability to turn story ideas into long-running plotlines has underpinned the careers of successful script editors, writers, producers and commissioners. The two winners …
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Papatango Theatre Company is hosting two playwriting masterclasses for 24 budding writers. They will be led by Papatango’s resident playwright May Sumbwanyambe. Twelve writers will attend each workshop. These masterclasses will introduce you to the fundamentals of playwriting, such as character, narrative, structure, theatricality, dialogue, theme, plot and atmosphere. The judges of this brief are looking …
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BBC Writersroom are giving 40 aspiring screen, stage and radio writers the opportunity to attend a practical, hands-on workshop at The Lowry, Salford. It will take place on Tuesday 8 July 2014. The workshop will take place from 2pm to 5pm, with a free lunch being served at 1pm for all attendees. The workshop will …
Live Theatre has an international reputation for developing and nurturing talented playwrights and offers regular introductory workshops to get people writing relevant and engaging plays. This popular course aims to give writers a sound understanding of the key elements of playwriting through a combination of practical exercises and discussion. What makes a great story and …
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