Jeffreys, Stephen
Playwriting: Structure, Character, How and What to Write
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848427907
- author:
- Jeffreys, Stephen
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Nick Hern Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 13.8 centimetres (0.45 kg
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature,Drama, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Learn the invisible frameworks and mechanisms that underpin successful plays with this practical guide to playwriting. Stephen Jeffreys, a renowned master of the craft, shares his expertise gained from two decades of conducting acclaimed workshops at the Royal Court Theatre, London.
This book deconstructs the fundamental elements of drama, offering insights into structure, character development, and the techniques for writing effective dialogue and scenes. You'll discover how to generate and write credible characters, and how to approach your writing from unfamiliar directions to improve your craft.
With this authoritative guide, playwrights at every level of experience can apply a rich array of tools to their own work, exploring different approaches to finding material and evaluating the potential of their ideas. A must-have resource for anyone looking to develop their playwriting skills.
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