Writing Theatre Scenes. Creative Writing with acting students

Playwright: Ingeborg von Zadow
Partner: ITZ Berlin
Twinned playwright: Alexandra Koch

Co-funded by the European Union

Duration: 5 days
Participants: 7 acting students at the start of their second trimester first year drama school
Location: Europäisches Theaterinstitut Berlin e.V. – Schauspielschule Berlin
Time: 2-6 September 2024

This workshop offers an introduction to creative writing for the stage.

Participants will experiment with crafting their first dialogues and drafting short plays, building confidence in their own creativity and linguistic expression. Together, they will read and analyze contemporary plays, exploring a diverse range of playwrightsstyles and artistic signatures.

Through these activities, participants will gain valuable insights into the craft of playwriting and develop a deeper understanding of the profession.