Comedy writing Page 3
The other rule of three
- Wednesday 2nd October 2024
How many projects should you have on the go at any one time?
Your comedy script: Why now?
- Friday 27th September 2024
Your script should provide an answer to the question, "Why now?".
The first 10 pages
- Monday 23rd September 2024
Here are some questions to ask yourself about the first 10 pages of your script.
A big event
- Wednesday 18th September 2024
Kicking off with a big, dramatic event is an effective way to hook a script reader.
Just a minute: hooking the reader in the first two pages
- Thursday 12th September 2024
You have roughly 2 pages of script to hook your reader! Don't worry - it can be done.
Mistakes to avoid in your scripts
- Wednesday 11th September 2024
Here are some mistakes that you should try to avoid in your comedy scripts.
Ever decreasing circles
- Monday 9th September 2024
We explore the concept of "circling in" on a script or idea. It's a natural part of the process of creating a comedy project.
The Comedy Doctor on finishing scripts
- Monday 2nd September 2024
The Comedy Doctor advises a member who struggles to complete their scripts.
Chris Head on writing jokes: implication
- Friday 30th August 2024
Chris Head discusses the challenges of - and techniques for - writing more jokes for characters in existing scripts.
Great expectations: Amy Harrison
- Wednesday 28th August 2024
Pro member Amy Harrison outlines her approach to our Expectation: 10-Page Call Out opportunity.