Are you curious about writing a sitcom, comedy sketch or funny skit, but don’t know where to start? Led by award-winning dark comedy scriptwriter Hugh Dichmont, learners will explore the foundations of writing funny things for theatre, audio and screen, whilst exploring their creativity.

Throughout the day we will spend time on a different aspect - joke, theme, character, setting, structure, action, genre, form, tone and editing - and a range of other topics including how to get inspired, and how to find your unique comedy-writing voice.

This workshop will be delivered through discussion, in-class writing exercises and pair work, in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. By the end of the day, learners will aim to have written a ten-minute comedy script they can be proud of and have an opportunity to share their creations with the group.

Hugh Dichmont is a scriptwriter and theatre-maker based in Nottingham. With several short film projects in development, Hugh’s creative CV includes dark comedy podcast ‘The Future History of the British Isles’, and theatre credits including shows at Nottingham Playhouse, Theatre 503, Old Red Lion, the Pleasance and The Vaults (all London). In 2019 he won the Bread & Roses Playwriting Award.

Date: Saturday 24 February 2024, 10:00 - 16:00 GMT
Location: The Carousel, 25 Hockley, Nottingham NG1 1FH
Cost: From £22.38

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