The 90-Day Play: The Process and Principles of Playwriting

Description

Linda Walsh Jenkins developed the ideas and guidance in this practical book by teaching playwriting as well as working with playwrights, directors and productions of new plays for several decades. Through 90 daily lessons and hundreds of writing exercises, illustrated with examples from dramatic literature, she helps you:

* Explore the richness of your dramatic world and its themes

* Discover multiple facets of your dramatic characters

* Create and sustain an active throughline

* Find a balance between planning ahead and writing freely

* Learn techniques for composing your unique play

* Become confident with your own voice and style

* Rewrite and develop your play for production.