Playwriting : the structure of action /

Main Author: Smiley, Sam, 1931-
Other Authors: Bert, Norman A.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New Haven : Yale University Press, ©2005.
Edition:Rev. and expanded ed.
Subjects:
Online Access:http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=187670
Table of Contents:
  • Preface
  • Part I: The Playwright's solitary work. 1. Vision
  • 2. Finding and developing ideas
  • 3. Drafting and revision
  • Part II: Principles of drama. 4. Plot
  • 5. Story
  • 6. Character
  • 7. Thought
  • 8. Diction
  • 9. Melody
  • 10. Spectacle
  • 11. A Way of life
  • Appendix1: Manuscript format
  • Appendix 2. Copyright protection.