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

O'Neill, Tee

ISBN 13: 9798990623606

Published by Upriver Press, 2025

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Writing the Biographical Drama: An Essential Guide for Playwrights and Screenwriters
• Publisher: Upriver Press
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798990623606
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: New
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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.

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.