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Plays and films based on real people have entertained and enlightened audiences for centuries. Biodramas, in high demand, are among the most profitable genres for stage and screen today. And yet, until now, there has been a dearth of books designed to guide playwrights and screenwriters through the process of writing a successful biodrama.
Writing the Biodrama, by award-winning and internationally acclaimed bio-dramatist Dr. Tee O'Neill, fills that void. Dr. O'Neill offers a thoughtful, artfully written, practical, and academically rich book designed to equip writers to grow in the craft of biodrama writing.
All scripts are difficult to write, but writing about real people creates unique challenges. This book is designed to help writers overcome those challenges. By reading this book, writers will:
Uncover the human traits that make biodramas powerful and popular- Discover insights from renowned bio-dramatists, such as Peter Morgan and Jose Rivera, all interviewed by Dr. O'Neill
Learn how to select a real person as a subject for a play or film
Explore the dynamics of research: where to start, what to look for, and when to stop
Practice Dr. O'Neill's biodrama principles with enjoyable exercises designed to inspire creativity
The book offers readers a holistic view of the entire creative process of writing a biodrama. Designed for accomplished screen and stage writers as well as new writers, this book is invaluable for anyone who hopes to transform a true story into a beautiful drama for stage or screen.
