Being a Playwright by Foxon & Chris

Writing a good play is only the first step towards becoming a successful playwright; it is just as crucial to understand all the practical and business elements of building your career. Being a Playwright transparently and honestly sets out everything you need to know, including clear and constructive advice on:Starting out, including training options and gaining practical experienceFinding a playwriting model that works for youGetting your script noticed and connecting with industry decision-makersDeveloping a production-ready draft through redrafting and R&DPursuing programming, commissioning and funding opportunitiesApproaching and working with agents and publishersSecuring the best possible deal with producersWorking with collaborators throughout the rehearsal process and previewsCapitalising on a production, assessing its success and planning new projectsDrawing on Papatango's superlative track record of discovering and launching new writers – including BAFTA, OffWestEnd, Royal National Theatre Foundation and Alfred Fagon Award winners, many of whom have premiered worldwide as well as in the West End—and featuring tips from a host of industry insiders, this encouraging and accessible guide explores the opportunities and pitfalls of life as a playwright. Whether you're an aspiring writer wondering how to break into the industry or a working playwright looking to move up to the next level, this is your road map for navigating the world of professional theatre. "This enlightening book, full of pragmatic information, is an excellent tool for playwrights navigating today’s industry. " —Indhu Rubasingham, Artistic Director of Kiln Theatre, London"Chris Foxon and George Turvey—aka Papatango—are a phenomenon for playwriting good. Being a Playwright is packed with inside information that will kick-start your writing life. Written with insight and chock-full of useful advice, this will be a bible for playwrights. " —Steve Waters, playwright and Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at the University of East Anglia

"Accessible and informative. .. an essential tool kit to support the playwright at many stages of writing – highly recommended!" —BritishTheatre. com "Thorough is an understatement… there is much to learn about and ponder in this extremely well written and laid out volume. " —British Theatre Guide "An effective guide that could make a difference in someone's life… if you've ever wanted to be a playwright this book will give you the tools and hope you need. " —Broadway World

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• Playwrights Canada Press Being a Playwright book Paperback 280 pages