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On making a deal with the audience
What makes a play a play? Sami Ibrahim considers six aspects of the concept of 'liveness'. -
On manifesting a theatrical way
Writer, actor and dramaturg Rebecca Jade Hammond explores staging the unstageable and offers an exercise in trusting that anything is… -
On voice and definition
Do all my characters sound the same? How can I bring definition and individuality to their voices? Director, dramaturg and writer… -
On concentration / procrastination
A selection of guides and recipes to re-inspire you, give time for creative thought, and tie you to your desk… -
On writing characters 'for' actors
Is a character in a play innately collaborative? Actor and writer Daniel York Loh wrestles with bringing theatrical people to… -
On collaboration
How can I be collaborative as a playwright? James Fritz, who won a Judges Award at the Bruntwood Prize for… -
On having fun with form
What is meant by 'form', and how can you be adventurous with it? Bruntwood Prize-winner Phoebe Eclair-Powell breaks down how… -
Nine ways to find your way (back) to writing
Since winning the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting in 2015, Kendall Feaver's relationship with writing has been turbulent. In an attempt… -
On final checks
Theatremaker and playwright Luke Barnes offers some thoughts about the moment when you think your project is finished. -
Letters to an emerging playwright
What might a director look for in my work? What might excite a director to bring their creativity to a… -
Essay: Plays to save the world
The Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting places value on playwrights’ intelligent, focused urgency and compassionate understanding. This is the moment for… -
101 Notes on Playwriting
Mark Ravenhill has been diving into his playwriting practice and sharing his very best tips through his 101 Notes on…
Writing Resources
We will use this page to share provocations, tips, tutorials and advice all with the aim of helping you shape and develop your writing practice.
