Being a Playwright

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The essential guide to a career in playwriting, from the team behind the multi-award-winning Papatango, one of the UK's leading new-writing companies. 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 experience Finding a playwriting model that works for you Getting your script noticed and connecting with industry decision-makers Developing a production-ready draft through redrafting and R&D Pursuing programming, commissioning and funding opportunities Approaching and working with agents and publishers Securing the best possible deal with producers Working with collaborators throughout the rehearsal process...