Mastering Playwriting: Writing Characters, Dialogue and Stories for the Stage
A course by Ronán Noone , Playwright, Screenwriter, and Teacher
Master playwriting fundamentals: create powerful plots, develop characters, and learn storytelling techniques for stage and screen
Master playwriting fundamentals: create powerful plots, develop characters, and learn storytelling techniques for stage and screen
Discover the world of playwriting and bring your stories to life on stage. Explore the art of transforming daily experiences into captivating scripts. Learn to identify the characters and events in your life that can inspire your work. Delve into the six essential Aristotelian elements, and understand the key questions that guide a compelling narrative. With practical exercises, you'll format and develop your script, finding your unique voice as you explore themes that captivate your imagination.
Develop your skills by crafting a one-minute play that will serve as a foundation for future projects. Gain insights into moving from a first draft to a polished script, expanding your work into full-length plays, screenplays, or TV pilots. Learn how to prepare for readings, direct actors, and present your play to the world. By the end of the journey, you'll be equipped with the tools to create memorable characters and engaging plots, ready to make your mark on the stage and screen.
What will you learn in this online course?
13 lessons & 22 downloads
- 118 students
- 13 lessons (2h 5m)
- 22 additional resources (5 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a one-minute play by learning the fundamentals of playwriting. Develop characters, conceptualize themes, and format your script. Transition from the first draft to a polished version, then expand your work into a full-length play or screenplay.
Who is this online course for?
Aspiring playwrights, theater enthusiasts, and creative writers eager to explore storytelling will find this course beneficial. It's designed for those curious about the intricacies of playwriting, aiming to transform everyday experiences into compelling narratives for stage or screen.
Requirements and materials
No extensive prior knowledge is needed. A passion for theater and storytelling would be beneficial. Basic necessities include a notebook, pen, or a digital device for scriptwriting. Curiosity and imagination to explore playwriting concepts will enrich your learning experience.
Ronán Noone
A course by Ronán Noone
Ronán Noone is a playwright, screenwriter, and teacher. After graduating with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism, he started working for various newspapers in his native Ireland. With time, Ronán realized that although he had a passion for storytelling, journalism wasn’t his medium. He started writing plays and eventually immigrated to the U.S. to study with Nobel laureate Derek Walcott at Boston University.
His plays have been on stages in Spain, Ireland, Canada, Edinburgh Festival in Scotland, London, UK, India, and the U.S. Ronán has won a national award for playwriting from the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, and the prestigious Boston, Elliot Norton Award for Outstanding Script, including three best new play awards from the Independent Reviewers of New England.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
What is a Play
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You Are in Your Own Play Every Day
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Essential Aristotelian Elements in Every Play
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Tightening Dialogue to Stage your Story
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Three Essential Questions in Every Play
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How to Format Your Plays
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U3
Building Your Play
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What Fascinates You and the Action That Accompanies It
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The Rules of the One-Minute Play
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First Draft to Final Draft
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How to Create Essential Scenes for a Full-Length Play
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U4
The Journey of a Play from First Idea to Production
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You’ve Written a Play. Now What
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Six Ideas to Help You Direct Your Play
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FP
Final project
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Mastering Playwriting: Writing Characters, Dialogue and Stories for the Stage
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