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Playwriting—Making Art and Making a Living

Playwriting—Making Art and Making a Living

Update: 2025-09-22
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In this episode, we explore three essential books on the craft of playwriting: Letters to a Young Playwright by Adam Szymkowicz, Playwriting with Purpose and Writing Adaptations and Translations for the Stage by Jacqueline Goldfinger. The discussion covers practical advice for early-career and emerging playwrights, from developing characters and writing dialogue to adapting works for stage performance, all enriched with insider tips and real-world insights from award-winning dramatists.

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Playwriting—Making Art and Making a Living

Playwriting—Making Art and Making a Living

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