760-203 Scriptwriting for Theatre

This is a creative writing (T/P) subject. It may be credited towards a major in either creative writing or theatre studies.

25 points of first-year creative writing.

Students of this subject will study principles of the craft of scriptwriting for theatre and performance focusing on elements that distinguish theatre scripts from other genres. Students will read and analyse a variety of theatre texts. Workshop exercises will allow students to apply the principles that they have explored through the writing of a short script.

A written script, including revisions, totalling 4000 words, a 10-minute reading and regular attendance and participation in tutorials and workshops.