Introduction to Playwriting: Dialogue & Plot
Learning the basic elements of scriptwriting, including effective dialogue and simple plot structure.
Key Questions
- Analyze how effective dialogue reveals character and advances the plot in a short scene.
- Design a short scene that establishes a clear conflict and introduces two distinct characters.
- Justify the use of specific stage directions to guide an actor's performance and audience understanding.
ACARA Content Descriptions
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