Today I’m speaking about the benefits of hearing your script read aloud in a group environment and some methods for getting useful feedback on your play. I recently finished a polished first draft of a new play, and organising a table read with actors was a key part of moving the draft into its next iteration. I speak about:- The similarities between playwriting and music composition, and why we need to hear our words read aloud.- Methods for giving and receiving feedback in a group environment.- Knowing when you’re ready to discuss your ideas and unpack aspects of your play in a group environment. - The concept of ‘works in progress’ in your artistic pursuits as well as more broadly in your life.- Types of table reads and how they’re used as a tool at different phases of the creative process. - Using table reads and development discussions to find those gemstone notes that will unlock that next iteration of your play.- Tips for making table reads run smoothly.- Prompts and questions to ask for areas of playwriting craft you might like to get feedback on.I reference:Episode 9 Dramaturgy, Feedback and Implementing Notes‘The Critical Response Process’ by Liz Lerman and John Borstel‘The Director’s Craft’ by Katie MitchellThank you for listening! This is an independently produced podcast which means I do all of it, end-to-end, myself. Rating and reviewing is a really friendly way to show your support.If you’re interested in working with me as your dramaturg then send me an email at [email protected]. You can learn more about my work on my website or say hi and ask me a question via @emilysheehan__ on Instagram. Special thanks today to Ashton Sly, Joshua Monaghan and Danny Carroll.

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