Write a 15 minute play

Writing short plays

Created by: Carmen Walton
Tutor.

What Will I Learn?

• The value of a short piece of work, when compared to a full length play.
• How to gather ideas
• How to choose which ideas are ready to use and which aren't ready yet.
• How to structure a short dramatic piece of work.
• How you might use your short play to your advantage.

Requirements

• A desire to write a short play.
• A need to produce work quickly to gain attention.
• An interest in working on projects or with groups where drama is a focus.

Target audience

• Writers, actors, teachers and arts venue personnel.
• People who would like to produce work that showcases their style and talents.
• Community leaders working with larger groups or on projects.