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Writing Radio Drama
Photo: Clare Muller
Wednesday 5 May 2010
2.30-6pm
Soho Theatre, Central London
A practical workshop intended to illuminate the craft and industry of radio drama for those that usually think ‘film’ when they think storytelling. Radio scripts share similar techniques and qualities to screenwriting and whilst nothing is ever easy or guaranteed, it is certainly possible that a good idea for a radio play by a first time writer can be commissioned - radio can be seriously writer-friendly! A number of previous participants on The Script Factory's Radio Training led by tutor Sam Hoyle have subsequently seen their work commissioned. Tom Green was one:
"I was on the Script Factory/Radio 4 course last summer (2007), so I thought you'd like to know that in the latest round I received a commission for an Afternoon Play... All I've got do now is write the script...! So, many thanks to Script Factory - the workshops were great."
(And Tom's drama The Tent, was broadcast on Radio 4 at 2.15pm on 1 June 2009. It starred Sian Reeves, Jeremy Swift, Joanna Scanlan and Janice Acquah and was directed by Toby Swift. See www.tomgreen-uk.com for more).
Radio drama producer Sam Hoyle, mid-session
The workshop will be led by Sam Hoyle. Sam has worked as a Producer in Film, Television, Radio and Theatre, specialising in new talent and comedy. She was a Development Producer for BBC Radio Drama, and has recently developed and produced several hours of Audio Drama for BBC networks. Previous film roles include Script Development for Little Wing Films, Disruptive Element and the International Film Collective. TV credits include My Parents Are Aliens and 3 Non-Blondes.
Participants of this workshop will be sent a 60 minute radio play, and will be asked to view a film that has been adapted for radio, for common reference purpose in the workshop. The workshop is structured but informal and will encourage participants to contribute their thoughts and experience of listening to drama.
COURSE OUTLINE
2.30pm-3pm Introduction to the World of Radio
3pm-4pm Listen: exercises exploring the fundamental elements of audio drama, revealing what radio does well and what its limitations are.
4pm-4.15pm Break
4.15pm-5.15pm From screen to imagination: this session will explore the difference between seeing and hearing and how that informs the way we tell stories featuring a case study of Metropolis.
5.15pm-6pm Breaking into the Industry: A frank overview of the different ways of approaching BBC commissioners, helpful organisations and sources of support and guidance as well as how to go it alone ending with an overview of the future of audio drama and the challenges and opportunities it may hold. This session will be followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
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BOOKING INFORMATION
Writing Radio Drama takes place at
Soho Theatre Studio
21 Dean Street
London W1
To book your place with debit or credit card or to find out more about Writing Radio Drama call 020 7851 4890 or email general@scriptfactory.co.uk.
The fee for this course is £65 + VAT (total £76.38). Script Factory members can take advantage of a 10% discount on this course, making the fee £58.50 + VAT (total £68.74). For information on becoming a member please click .
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