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Playwriting: stage 1 (continuation)

Continue to learn the basics of writing drama through scenes written in class: dialogue, character, structure, story and performance. Though this course is a continuation of the previous term, new students with some playwriting experience are welcome to join, space allowing.

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Key course information

Dates
19/04/12 - 21/06/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
10 weeks

Time
10:00 - 13:00

Fees
Full fee: £161
Senior fee: £91
Concession: £43

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HW028

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

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humanities@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2652

Course outline

What is the course about?

To offer a comprehensive playwriting course through practical and workshop/improvisations covering all aspects of the various elements needed to complete a first draft of a play.

What topics will we cover?

The course wil cover the basic elements that are necessary in the making of a play, i.e characterisation, theme, plot, subtext, dialogue and style (naturalism, expressionism, surrealism).

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- respond to and assess pieces of writing with sensitivity.
- identify and analyse the various elements such as characterisation, theme, plot, dialogue and style.
- work towards a First draft of dramatic text.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is a stage 1 course - a compulsive interest in drama - through reading plays or going to the theatre plus a love of dialogue is useful.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Writing workshop/improvisations and discussion. You may be expected to produce written work at home.

The Tutor
Jemma Kennedy is a playwright and novelist. She has taught many writing courses and workshops for adults including those at the Arvon Foundation, and lectured in scriptwriting at Manchester Metropolitan University for two years. She has published a novel (Skywalking, Penguin 2002), and began writing for theatre after winning a place in the Royal Exchange Theatre’s Write # 2 Festival in 2004, which resulted in a writing attachment. In 2005 she was awarded a Jerwood Arvon Young Playwright’s Apprenticeship for her play The Windmill. Recent work includes an adaptation of The Seagull, (Tabard Theatre, 2006), Evensong (Shropshire tour 2006) and an afternoon play for Radio 4.

City lit reserves the right to change course tutors or venues from those advertised in this outline. In line with our refund policy we are unable to grant a refund on the grounds of a change of tutor/venue.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Notebook/file - your preferred form of blank paper and writing implement.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

On completing Playwriting Stage 1, students may move on to Playwriting Stage 2 and/or into a drama writing course dealing with a specific medium, such as drama writing for radio or TV screen.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
12/01/12 to 22/03/12	Thu	10:00 - 13:00	11 weeks	£178	£100	£48	HW129	Full	» Select
19/04/12 to 21/06/12	Thu	10:00 - 13:00	10 weeks	£161	£91	£43	HW028	Available	» Select