A Laurence Olivier Award-winning playwright shares his tricks of the trade for beginning and experienced stage writers and directors.
"A practical and disciplined look . . . After 44 years at his profession, Ayckbourn knows what he's talking about." ¿Washington Post Book World
From helpful hints on writing to tips on directing, this book provides a complete primer for the newcomer and a refresher for those with more experience. Written in Alan Ayckbourn's signature style that combines humor, seriousness, and a heady air of sophistication, The Crafty Art of Playmaking is a must-have for aspiring playwrights, students of drama, and anyone who has ever laughed their way through one of Ayckbourn's plays.
"An entrancing read¿no matter what part you play in playmaking." ¿Back Stage
"A polished gem of theater lore." ¿Publishers Weekly Annex
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978-1-250-08308-1 (9781250083081)
Schweitzer Klassifikation
Alan Ayckbourn is one of England's most prolific and widely performed living playwrights with over sixty plays in his catalogue. In 1997, he received a knighthood for his services to the theater. He was represented in New York this year with simultaneous productions of his plays "House" and "Garden" at the Manhattan Theater Club's two stages. He lives in England.
