Bennington Plays: Playwrights (DRA4163.01)

Sherry Kramer

This project-based class is for playwrights engaged in the process and techniques of rewriting and staging their plays. The majority of rewrites may happen prior to the semester, but substantial rewrites could emerge as essential during the production period. Collaborating with the director, actors, and designers will be the heart of this class.

Playwrights are expected to also serve as collective support for the other playwrights whose plays are being produced. In addition to the 4 plays receiving production, up to 6 other plays will receive staged readings as part of the festival.

We will meet as a group at least once a week, on Monday night, with the other nights designated for individual rehearsals. Playwrights will attend Production Meetings and outside Design meetings. Rehearsals culminate in public performances of multiple works staged in workshop productions supported by minimal design. Playwrights will also write a post-performance reflective essay.

Prerequisites: Permission of the Drama Faculty granted through a play proposal process.
Credits: 4
M/T/W/Th/F 7:00-10:00 (with some weekend rehearsals)
Maximum Enrollment: 4
Course Frequency: Every 2-3 years
This course is categorized as All courses, Drama.