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Hooked from the start: The art of a great play opening

Hooked from the start: The art of a great play opening

by Giles Broadbent | Feb 16, 2025 | Techniques

The first 10 minutes of a play can make or break it. Here are 7 techniques to captivate your audience from the moment the curtain rises.

What James Bond can learn from those masters of mayhem Jeeves and Wooster

What James Bond can learn from those masters of mayhem Jeeves and Wooster

by Giles Broadbent | Aug 21, 2023 | Blog

Who has the upper hand when it comes to edge-of-the-seat drama and unpredictable plot twists, Ian Fleming’s James Bond or Wodehouse’s famous duo?

Why secondary characters are vital to crafting unforgettable stories

Why secondary characters are vital to crafting unforgettable stories

by Giles Broadbent | Feb 6, 2023 | Techniques

Secondary characters can be funny, dangerous, enigmatic or romantic – but be careful because write them too well and they can also steal the show.

9 brilliant (and practical) tips on how to tell a great story

9 brilliant (and practical) tips on how to tell a great story

by Giles Broadbent | Apr 23, 2021 | Techniques

What is a story? The age-old question with many answers. Best ask someone who has experience of creating stories that resonate and make us care Andrew Stanton knows about story. He managed to make us fall in love with a tiny robot with expressive eyes but no language...

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