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The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
BA (Hons) Writing for Performance
- London, United Kingdom
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn how to make socially engaged theatre while focusing on the role of the writer within a wide range of performance contexts. Students will participate practically with the processes of writing for performance, whilst also engaging with the different theories and practices of theatre making and performance. Building on its close relationship with the Drama, Applied Theatre and Education course, Writing for Performance focuses on socially engaged practice whilst introducing students to the dramaturgical skills of writing.
University Of Fraser Valley
Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing
- Abbotsford, Canada
BA
On-Campus
English
UFV’s Bachelor of Arts with a minor or extended minor in Creative Writing provides you with the tools, techniques, and support required to grow as a creative writer. You learn to engage, enlighten, and move your readers with skilled storytelling. By exploring various writing genres, including fiction, drama, poetry, and screenwriting, you deepen your craft and develop your own voice.
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Studying playwriting at the Bachelor’s level allows you to delve into the art of crafting engaging narratives for the stage. This exciting discipline challenges you to explore character development, dialogue, and thematic elements while nurturing your storytelling voice.
Through courses in playwriting, you'll learn to write compelling scripts that resonate with audiences. You’ll engage in peer workshops, giving and receiving feedback to sharpen your craft. The curriculum often includes analyzing classic and contemporary plays, which helps you understand various styles and genres. Students build confidence as they experiment with different techniques.
As a student of playwriting, you’ll practice bringing characters to life and creating dynamic plots. You might also develop essential skills in collaboration and direction through theater production experiences, preparing you for various roles in the performing arts. Graduates often pursue careers as playwrights, dramaturgs, or theatre directors, gaining valuable competencies applicable across creative industries.