Development Diary: James McDermott on his play's next steps
James McDermott's play TIME AND TIDE was long-listed for the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting in 2017. He updates us on…
Five essential playwriting tips
How do you write a great play? Renowned dramatist and teacher Stephen Jeffreys lays out five things to think about,…
On writing for a live audience
Theatre critic and academic Catherine Love considers how far an audience should be alive in the playwright’s thinking.
Creating the world of your play
We are excited to bring you a series of provocations, tips & tutorials from leading playwrights to shape your writing…
A scenic checklist
We are excited to bring you a series of provocations, tips & tutorials from leading playwrights to shape your writing…
Simon Stephens & Vivienne Franzmann in conversation
Vivienne Franzmann won the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting in 2008 for her play MOGADISHU. The play is now being produced…
Ben Musgrave answers your questions
In 2005, Ben was the inaugural winner of the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting for PRETEND YOU HAVE BIG BUILDINGS. In…
Simon Stephens speech launching the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting 2011
Playwright Simon Stephens has been announced as the Chair of the Judges for the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting 2011. Stephens'…
Podcast: What makes a great play?
David Eldridge, Rebecca Lenkiewicz and Roy Williams discuss the fundamentals of writing for the stage with director Josie Rourke in…
Andrew Sheridan answers your questions
WINTERLONG, Andrew's first play, won the 2008 Bruntwood Prize for Playwrighting. It was produced in The Studio at the Royal…