The Art Of Writing For The Theatre: An Introduction To Script Analysis, Criticism, And Playwriting (Introductions To Theatre) - 9781350155589
Methuen Drama
ISBN13:
9781350155589
$108.03
Writing for the theatre and about theatre requires a diverse set of skills, but whether you're studying theatre or developing your creative craft, this book covers everything you need to know. Providing a practical introduction supplemented with exercises and the testimonies of a host of theatre professionals, it will help you to practise and master the many types of writing encountered in the theatre, including: * how to analyze and break down a script, * how to write various types of plays, from short plays, plays for one person, to one act and full length dramas, * how to critique a play and a theatre production, * how to construct and craft essays, cover letters, theatrical resumes, applications, and * how to avoid common grammar and punctuation errors. Filled with practical advice from an award-winning playwright, director, author and college professor, and featuring a range of resources to guide you in the craft and business of theatre writing, The Art of Writing for the Theatre provides everything you need to know to write like a seasoned, theatre professional. Accompanying online resources include playwriting and script analysis worksheets and exercises, an example of a playwriting resume and critical points to consider on playwriting, design, acting, directing and choreography.
- | Author: Luke Yankee
- | Publisher: Methuen Drama
- | Publication Date: Aug 11, 2022
- | Number of Pages: 216 pages
- | Language: English
- | Binding: Hardcover/Language Arts & Disciplines
- | ISBN-10: 1350155586
- | ISBN-13: 9781350155589
- Author:
- Luke Yankee
- Publisher:
- Methuen Drama
- Publication Date:
- Aug 11, 2022
- Number of pages:
- 216 pages
- Language:
- English
- Binding:
- Hardcover/Language Arts & Disciplines
- ISBN-10:
- 1350155586
- ISBN-13:
- 9781350155589