Beginner Writing

Dramatic Writing Essentials

Dramatic Writing Essentials

Course Fee

$410 $369

Duration

2 days, 12 hours

Dramatic Writing Essentials (13 December 2025)

Kensington

Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025

$410
$369
Sessions
DateTime
13 December 202510:00 AM - 1:15 PM AEDT
13 December 20252:00 PM - 5:00 PM AEDT
14 December 202510:00 AM - 1:15 PM AEDT
14 December 20252:00 PM - 5:00 PM AEDT

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Sat 17 Jan - Sun 18 Jan 2026
NIDA Kensington, Sydney
10:00am - 5:00pm AEDT
$410 $369

Dramatic Writing Essentials

Overview

Unlock your creative potential in this two-day introductory course. Discover the key elements of effective characterisation and plot development and learn how to craft original scripts that captivate audiences. Under the guidance of a NIDA teaching artist, explore script development techniques designed to help you create authentic and engaging characters. Develop a strong synopsis that captures the key principles of dramatic writing and an awareness of the components essential to both screenwriting and playwriting.  

Join us in a collaborative and supportive environment and take the first step towards mastering the art of dramatic writing. 

Components

  • Create and workshop your ideas for script development in a supportive environment. 
  • Develop techniques for effective characterisation and receive feedback from an industry professional. 
  • Undertake writing exercises to identify the structural differences between screen and play writing. 

Prerequisites

Introduction level. No previous experience required.

For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions.

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