“What do you mean plays can be 10 minutes long?!” That’s right, listeners. Plays can be ten minutes long too. In this episode, we discuss the 10-minute play, the structure, and the benefits and drawbacks of writing plays in ten minutes. Play Episode 7: Writing 10-Minute Plays Here! Episode 7: Writing a Comedy Sketch –…
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6. INTERVIEW: Cut the Play with Dramaturg and Director Alison Ruth
Dramaturg and Director Alison Ruth joins us in this episode of Beckett’s Babies to share her thoughts on dramaturgy, playwriting, and directing. We discussed what makes theater unique from other art forms as well as how dramaturgy can lend itself to directing. We loved having Alison on the show! She’s a wonderful human being and…
5. TOPIC: Rejections
Almost every writer and playwright submit their work to be considered for conferences, residencies, and publishing. The question is, how do you handle the rejections? Join hosts Sam and Sarah as they share their personal coping mechanisms they may (or may not) have when it comes to dealing with the rejections. Also included are few…
4. INTERVIEW: Invite the Audience Into Your Heart with Playwright Kristin Idaszak
Playwright, dramaturg, producer, and educator Kristin Idaszak joins us to discuss her play, “Strange Heart Beating.” Idaszak also shares her approach to starting new plays, her passion for climate change, and her role as artistic director at Cloudgate Theatre. Join us for this new episode of Beckett’s Babies… as we all try to figure out…
3. TOPIC: Rituals and Routines
Hosts Sam Collier and Sarah Cho dive into discussion about rituals and routines. In this episode, we explore how we stay motivated to write every day and share our own personal tips in getting inspired. Listeners, we would love to know… what’s your favorite beverage of choice when you write?
2. INTERVIEW: Go Where You Are Invited with Playwright Ryan Oliveira
Playwright, Songwriter, Solo Performer, and Theatrical Jack-of-All-Trades Ryan Oliveira joins us in this episode of Beckett’s Babies to discuss his newest play “Soccer Player in the Closet”, his writing process, his approach to collaboration, and many more. Join us as we all try to figure out playwriting. Episode 2: Ryan Oliveira’s Favorite Playwriting Exercise Follow…
1. Hello, World! We’re Beckett’s Babies!
Thank you for tuning in! In our very first episode of our rebooted podcast show about playwriting, your hosts, Sam Collier and Sarah Cho, catch up on what we’ve been to since we last aired. We hope you’ll join us every week as we interview our dear playwriting friends from near and far and discuss…
BONUS: Beckett’s Babies Return!
Sam and Sarah reunite in this special bonus reunion episode… Beckett’s Babies Reunite!
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