The Scriptwriting Series: 2-Part Writing Workshop
Sat, 26 Apr
|Masque Theatre
Join us for a two-part Scriptwriting Workshop Series where you'll dive into character, plot, dialogue, and everything in between. Whether you're dreaming up your first script or refining your next big idea, this is your chance to bring your stories to life!
Time & Location
26 Apr 2025, 09:00 – 12:00
Masque Theatre, 37 Main Rd, Muizenberg, Cape Town, 7945, South Africa
About the event
Join award-winning writer-director Xander Zweig alongside Mel Horn, an accomplished theatre-maker and educator, as they guide you through the essentials of writing for the stage.
Workshop 1 (Characters & Plot): Dive into character creation, explore the 3-act structure, and learn how to shape your story from the ground up. Includes script formatting tips and a take-home cheat sheet!
Workshop 2 (Dialogue & Voice): Focus on writing authentic dialogue and crafting distinct character voices. Participants will polish and present a short scene in a guided mini play reading.
Workshop Details:
🗓️ Dates: 26 April & 31 May
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (includes a 15-minute break)
Tickets
Scriptwriting 1: 26 April
Characters & Plot - this will equip participants with the foundational tools for creating believable characters and building compelling story arcs using the 3-act structure, while also introducing proper script formatting.
R 100,00
Scriptwriting 2: 31 May
Dialogue & Voice - this will help writers develop authentic, character-driven dialogue and explore unique character voices, culminating in a mini reading of their polished work.
R 100,00
Total
R 0,00