Today, 21 March, we decided that we need to find a Full Day (8 am - 1 pm) without any other engagements. We also unanimously decided that choosing first Saturday of April will be a perfect day. I have planned 4 sessions on 2 April to write our first full play. Those who will miss the day will not be given any alternative day. Here is the summary of our proposed 4 sessions.
Session 1: The Stage as a Unique Medium, Character and Conflict
- Understanding the Stage - using the Stage's great capabilities and learning what makes Theatre different from Films.
- Creating characters - find Method for building Characters that is right for you.
- Tension of Opposites - Give your characters Tension and Dimension
Session 2: Setting, Structure, & Question of the Play
- Setting - choosing the right When & Where for your play to begin with.
- Three-Act Structure - Beginning, Middle, and End - of your play.
- Alternate play structures - recognizing when your play may require a different organizing principle.
- The Question of the play - keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.
Session 3: Dialogue, Stage Direction, Format
- Dialogue - making each character's voice distinctive + memorable
- Punctuation - secret of making your intentions clear.
- Exposition - controlling flow of information to keep your Play moving and your Audience engaged.
- Stage Directions - communicating the action clearly and succinctly (brief & sharp).
- Formatting - giving your play that professional look.
Session 4: Rewriting & (What to do Next)
- The Writer's Web - elements to explore to turn a Good Play into a Great Play.
- What to do next - Why and wherefores of play development and submission.