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Playwriting for Dummies
Advance your playwriting ideas from concept to production Playwriting For Dummies brings clarity, inspiration, practical know-how, and...
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Advance your playwriting ideas from concept to production
Playwriting For Dummies brings clarity, inspiration, practical know-how, and fun to every stage of your playwriting journey. First-time playwrights and veterans alike will get an inside look at the current state of the industry, including new trends and technologies shaping the art form. You'll also get expert advice on how to refine your ideas, develop rich characters, write authentic dialogue, and shape a story that resonates. When you're ready to fine-tune, Playwriting For Dummies has your back, with insights on welcoming feedback and using rehearsals to iron out dramatic kinks. Before long, you'll be watching your work come to life on the stage.
- Develop strong concepts, memorable characters, and compelling dialogue that moves your story forward
- Improve your scripts through revision strategies, rehearsal insights, and practical steps that take your play from draft to performance
- Adapt your writing to today's shorter run times and smaller casts
- Explore how AI is changing theatre, and how you can use it to improve your scripts
Ideal for aspiring playwrights and creative storytellers eager to understand the world of theatre, Playwriting For Dummies shows you how to navigate a rapidly evolving industry and create work for the stage that will have audiences on the edge of their seats.
Author: Angelo Parra
Publisher: For Dummies
Published: 08/11/2026
Pages: 352
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.40w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9781394430246
About the Author
Angelo Parra is an award-winning playwright whose works have been produced Off-Broadway, at prestigious regional theatres throughout the United States, in Canada, and overseas. He has taught playwriting, theatre, film, and writing for more than 30 years at several colleges, including NYU.
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