Playwrights East: Writing Strong Openings with Martha Loader

Winning over script-readers, producers, and audiences in your first few pages is a key skill for playwrights trying to establish their voice and take space in the industry. Through examples, exercises and her own top tips, award-winning East of England playwright Martha Loader (Bindweed, Albatross) will guide you through the techniques to make your openings bold and unforgettable.

Who is this workshop for?

Playwrights at all stages and experience levels interested in developing their craft and focusing on writing strong opening scenes in their plays.

How will I access the workshops?

The workshop will be held online via Zoom. You will be sent links for the session via email roughly 3 hours before the scheduled start time.

Do I need to bring anything with me?

You may wish to make notes during the session so please have anything with you that you require to assist in this. Captions are available alongside live transcripts.  Some notes, resources, and partial recordings may be made available to participants after the session.

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