Writing the Biographical Drama: An Essential Guide for Playwrights and Screenwriters - Softcover

O'Neill, Tee

 
9798990623606: Writing the Biographical Drama: An Essential Guide for Playwrights and Screenwriters
Softcover
ISBN 13: 9798990623606
Publisher: Upriver Press, 2025

Synopsis

Unlock the secrets to writing captivating biographical dramas for stage and screen.

Are you a playwright or screenwriter eager to bring real-life stories to the stage or screen? Writing the Biographical Drama, by award-winning playwright Tee O'Neill, provides a practical and insightful guide to crafting engaging and successful biographical dramas. This essential resource equips you with the tools to transform true stories into compelling narratives.

Discover the power of biographical dramas and learn how to:

  • Uncover the human traits that make biographical dramas so powerful.
  • Gain insights from renowned writers like Peter Morgan and José Rivera.
  • Select a compelling subject for your play or film.
  • Master the art of research and ethical considerations.
  • Practice creative exercises to inspire your writing.
Transform your vision into a beautiful drama for stage or screen. Perfect for playwrights, screenwriters, and documentary filmmakers seeking to master the art of biographical storytelling.

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About the Author

Tee O’ Neill (PhD) is an Edward Albee Award-winning playwright and lecturer in scriptwriting and dramatic structure. Her plays have been performed around the world. She lives on a farm in the Yarra Valley of Australia with five cows, five horses, two dogs and one husband. You can read more about Tee or contact her at: www.teeoneill.com.

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Publisher
Upriver Press
Publication date
2025
Language
English
ISBN 13 
9798990623606
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
212