This playwriting tutorial was written by playwright and screenwriter Jonathan Dorf. His website has even more free tips and information.
Free articles to guide you through the nuts and bolts of playwriting and the theater industry. Including one about How to Format Your Script.
Writers often have different definitions of "showing" and "telling." Diane Callahan defines "telling" as any time in the story when an important moment lacks depth in terms of detail or narrative voice. However, telling can also be an excellent tool for controlling the story’s pacing and delivering important information. Watch her video to find out tips and tricks to avoid "telling".
As drama centers on conflict, this article provides you with five ways to create a real conflict in your writing.