99U posted this insight from Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin’s interview with the Sydney Morning Herald. Discussing his writing process both as a scriptwriter and a novelist, Martin says there are two distinct approaches to telling a story: There are architects and gardeners. The architects do blueprints before they drive the first nail, …
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If you’re in need of a little writing inspiration or guidance, the Dramatists Guild of America has a wonderful collection of talks available from a range of exciting theatremakers, including Lanford Wilson, Neil Simon, Edward Albee, Stephen Sondheim, Paula Vogel, and a host of other prominent (though mostly American!) writers. You can check them out …
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Conor McPherson’s acclaimed play The Weir is playing at the Donmar Warehouse, and will be followed by The Night Alive. As part of the promotion McPherson’s publisher, Nick Hern Books has shared an excerpt from the introduction to his latest collection of plays, which features insight into his writing process and tips on how to …
If you’re feeling in need of inspiration, check out this BBC Radio 4 interview with Abi Morgan for FrontRow (Jan 2012, length). In it, Morgan discusses the differences between writing for theatre, television and film, her writing process, and how she juggles so many impressive projects. Aspirational and entertaining listening – all in the first …
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