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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

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Playwriting for Dummies

Playwriting for Dummies

Parra, Angelo

Paperback

General ReferencePlaywriting

Publisher Price: $24.99

ISBN10: 1394430248
ISBN13: 9781394430246
Publisher: For Dummies
Published: Aug 11 2026
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.10
Height: 0.80 Width: 7.40 Depth: 9.10
Language: English

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.

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