The Art & Craft of Playwriting

Jeffrey Hatcher knows the nuts and bolts of writing for the theater. Here, he shares his views on it all--from building tension and plotting a scene, right down to moving a character from one side of the stage to the other. From crafting an intriguing beginning to delivering a satisfying ending.

In Hatcher's one-on-one discussions with acclaimed American playwrights Lee Blessing, Marsha Norman and Jose Rivera, you'll find a wealth of practical advice, tricks of the trade and insight that will help you in your own creative efforts.

Author: Jeffery Hatcher

Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group

Publication Date: Mar 01, 2000

Number of Pages: 224 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: 1884910467

ISBN-13: 9781884910463