THEA321 Scriptwriting for the Theatre
| Credit Points | 6 | |||||||||
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| Online level | Level A - Internet access required | |||||||||
| Intensive School(s) |
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| Supervised Exam | None | |||||||||
| Pre-requisites | 36 cp or 12 cp in Theatre Studies | |||||||||
| Co-requisites | None | |||||||||
| Restrictions | THEA 221 | |||||||||
| Notes | None | |||||||||
| Combined Units | None | |||||||||
| Coordinator(s) | Andrew McCue (amccue@une.edu.au) | |||||||||
| Unit Description |
This unit is designed to introduce those wishing to sharpen their skills to the demands of scriptwriting. It focuses on types of scripts and the function of dialogue, and will cover development of character, plot and story line and ideas for script development. Topics covered include sources for script writing (theme, situation); developing character through dialogue, plot development, types of plays, physical aspects of the stage, the function of stage directions. On average there is a one hour seminar and a two hour workshop per week. |
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| Prescribed Material Mandatory |
Text(s):Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material
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| Recommended Material Optional |
None | |||||||||
| Disclaimer | Offer of some subjects is subject to viability. Information in these unit descriptions is subject to change prior to commencement of semester. |