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Write and Stage Compelling Theatrical Plays
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Built from the Wiley title of the same name — professionally edited, technically reviewed, and already relied on by people doing this work.
Source ISBN 9781118120972
How it was built
Sejal Learning Systems rebuilt the book as a course: objectives first, then short video, worked examples, and practice with real feedback. It runs on Coursera at your own pace, with a certificate on completion.
Write and Stage Compelling Theatrical Plays is a self-paced online course built from the Wiley title of the same name.
What this course covers
- Cheat Sheet
- Introduction
- Part I: Catching the Playwriting Bug
- Chapter 1: Introducing the Art and Craft of Playwriting
- Chapter 2: Living the Life of a Playwright
- Chapter 3: What Makes a Play
- Chapter 4: Starting with an Idea
- Chapter 5: Finding Your Play's Theme
- Part II: Creating a Blueprint for Your Play
- Chapter 6: Putting Your Story in Focus
- Chapter 7: Creating Full and Rich Characters
- Chapter 8: Dialogue: The Most Important Tool in Your Toolbox
- Chapter 9: Practical Considerations: Staging, Cast, and Audience
- Part III: The Nuts and Bolts of Putting Your Story Together
- Chapter 10: The Beginning: Finding a Starting Point for Your Play
- Chapter 11: The Middle: Developing Your Story Line
- Chapter 12: The Climax: Bringing the Conflict to a Head
- Chapter 13: The Resolution: Wrapping It All Up
- Chapter 14: Giving the Musical Special Consideration
- Part IV: The Show Must Go On
- Chapter 15: Getting Your Play Read and Making Revisions
- Chapter 16: Rehearsals and Premieres: Nail Biting 101
- Chapter 17: Promoting Your Play and Getting a Production
- Part V: The Part of Tens
- Chapter 18: Ten Things Every Playwright Should Know
- Chapter 19: Ten Hallmarks of a Great Play
- Chapter 20: Ten Playwrights You Should Know and Emulate
- Appendix: Formatting a Script