The new play development process has become a critical aspect of the professional theater landscape, but is often confounding to artists. This is a practical course that will introduce the basic processes of developing new plays for the stage, offering theater makers an understanding of their unique role in the critical moments of a new play’s early life. The class is for actors eager to hone the skills of originating a role; for directors eager to explore working with a living writer; and for playwrights eager to gain experience navigating the development process, from table readings to workshops to staged readings.
Distribution Area: LA
Prerequisites and Restrictions
There are no formal prerequisites for this class, but students should have some experience in the theater in any role, and/or should be interested in writing or participating in a new play or musical for the stage.
Other Information
Musicals (or plays with music) can also be developed, but only through a very simple, barebones approach, with a concentration on story and structure. A single accompanist can be used for any live musical component. If this course becomes full, please join the course waitlist.
