The British Academy for Training and Development offers a course in The Art of Drama and Script Writing for those looking to develop new ideas in drama and learn the latest methods for writing successful scripts.

In any media field related to writing and authorship, the materials you research and gather information on will not be ready for presentation or publication until they undergo extensive stages of textual and dramatic processing. This involves rewriting the media content in an academic style that meets specific standards and criteria. The material is then organized, including arranging scenes and the characters involved. All these preliminary stages leading to the creation of a script and the specific processes for scriptwriting will be covered in this course, following the latest global curricula.

Who Should Attend?

• Directors and owners of drama production companies.
• Directors of the television and radio production department.
• Writers and authors of dramatic works.
• All workers in the television drama field.
• Directors, producers and writers within television stations.
• All novice writers who want to learn screenwriting standards.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• The stages of work that precede writing the scenario.
• How to give characters roles and draw the features of the story or dramatic film in a coherent way.
• Steps for writing a screenplay.
• How to choose the material to be written for the scenario and the sources from which the dramatic material is taken.
• Develop a detailed plan for each scene and how to formulate its events within the scenario in a dramatic manner.
• How to formulate and write dialogue scenes within the scenario.

• Introduction to Drama and Creative Filming

  • Understanding the basics of drama: script, performance, and direction.
  • Analyzing types of dramatic stories: comedy, drama, and tragedy.
  • Important information about the script and dialogue.
  • Rules and conditions to follow in drama art and scriptwriting.
  • Different dramatic schools and their differences in style.
  • Creative filming techniques: exploring ideas, character development, and building virtual worlds.

• Building the Script and Story Structure

  • Principles of writing dramatic scripts.
  • Steps in writing a script.
  • Analyzing the story structure: introduction, conflict, climax, and conclusion.
  • Developing the main idea and subplots.
  • Character development: evolution and growth throughout the story.
  • Skills for drafting a dramatic summary and organizing events and characters in the script.

• Narrative and Dialogue Techniques

  • Writing engaging descriptions and narration.
  • Developing personal dialogue skills.
  • Using tension and suspense to capture the audience’s attention.
  • Organizing sequences in dramatic summaries and how to arrange events in the narrative.

• Scriptwriting Process and Evaluation

  • How to choose the right topic.
  • Mechanisms for defining the writing goal.
  • The art of researching information related to the topic.
  • Applying learned concepts in writing a short script.
  • Writing a script according to standard writing rules and guidelines.
  • Editing the script and dramatic text.
  • Modern methods in scriptwriting.
  • Script evaluation: critical analysis and re-editing.
  • Presenting and discussing scripts with feedback and guidance.
  • Audio elements in dialogue, music, sound effects, and commentary.
  • Final script direction.

• Cinematic Techniques

  • Understanding visual elements in screenwriting.
  • Using angles and lighting to enhance storytelling.
  • The importance of scenes and locations in influencing the story.

• Analyzing Dramatic Texts

  • Techniques for analyzing dramatic texts to understand deeper meanings.
  • Examples from classical and contemporary works.
  • How to extract lessons and analyze the text.

• History of Cinema

  • Phases of cinema development and key cinematic trends.
  • The impact of culture and technology on the film industry.
  • Different cinematic movements (realism, experimental, classic).

• Character Study

  • Analyzing character development in dramatic texts.
  • Understanding relationships between characters and their impact on the plot.
  • Studying complex characters and how to portray them.

• Understanding the Audience

  • Studying audience nature and its effect on dramatic writing.
  • How to target a specific audience through writing.
  • The importance of feedback and audience evaluation in script development.

• Modern Trends in Writing

  • Recent innovations in scriptwriting (podcasts, digital series).
  • How to adapt to contemporary industry demands.
  • Studying contemporary issues such as diversity and inclusion in writing.

• Collaborative Writing

  • The concept of collaborative writing and its importance in the film industry.
  • Strategies for collaborating with writers and directors.

• Developing the Script

  • Steps to transform an idea into a complete script.
  • How to write a summary and plan the work.
  • The importance of reviewing and editing the text.

• Presenting the Script

  • Techniques for presenting the script to a group or producer.
  • How to write summaries and presentations.
  • Understanding what producers and directors expect from writers.

• Challenges in Writing

  • Common challenges faced by writers.
  • How to overcome writing obstacles and manage pressure.
  • The importance of inspiration and motivation in the writing process.

• The Future of Dramatic Writing

  • Future trends in dramatic writing and screenwriting.
  • The impact of technology and new media on writing.
  • How to prepare for the future of the film and drama industry.