Dynamic Screening
Unlock Your Storytelling Potential: Dynamic Screenwriting from Raindance Scotland covers the essential elements of crafting a screenplay.
About Dynamic Screening
| 13th Jun 2026 to 14th Jun 2026 | |
| 10am - 5pm | |
|
The Circle Easterhouse 69 - 71 Aberdalgie Road, Glasgow East End G34 9HJ |
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| £245 | |
| Visit the event website here |
Apply discount code RDSCOT for a 20% discount
Day 1, participants will explore foundational concepts such as the power of storytelling, the Three-Act Structure, character development, and writing engaging dialogue through interactive exercises and examples.
Day 2 focuses on advanced techniques, including creating conflict, maintaining pacing, and enhancing visual storytelling.
Day 1: Foundations of Screenwriting
Understanding the power of storytelling in film
Key components of a screenplay: structure, plot, and character development Examples from classic and contemporary films
The Three-Act Structure
Breakdown of the Three-Act structure: Setup, Confrontation, and Resolution Creating dynamic and relatable characters
Protagonists, antagonists, and supporting characters
Character arcs: Growth and transformation over the course of the story
Workshop: Create a character profile
Writing Engaging Dialogue
The art of writing natural and impactful dialogue
Subtext: What characters say vs. what they mean
Balancing dialogue with action and visuals
Writing exercise: Craft a short scene with dialogue
Day 2: Advanced Techniques and Screenplay Crafting
Understanding the importance of conflict in storytelling
Types of conflict: Internal vs. external
Raising the stakes: How to keep your audience engaged
Pacing and Structure Beyond the Basics
Maintaining momentum throughout the screenplay
Scene transitions and pacing techniques
Managing subplots and parallel narratives
Case study: Analysing pacing in popular films
Visual Storytelling
Writing for the screen: Show, don’t tell
Crafting vivid descriptions of scenes and actions
Polishing Your Script
The rewriting process: How to improve your first draft
Common screenplay mistakes and how to avoid them
Formatting essentials: Industry standards for screenplays
Creating a log-line and synopsis
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