I love working with writers to develop their plays. I currently read scripts for the National Theatre of Scotland. Previously I've led script surgeries or mentored playwrights for Tron Theatre and Lung Ha Theatre Company.

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I can't guarantee your play will end up onstage, but what I can do is support you to redraft and hone your writing. Whether this is your first play or your fiftieth, I'll read your work and give you clear, encouraging and actionable feedback. Together we'll identify where your script excels and where's there's room for improvement.

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I can feedback on your play's...

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• narrative structure

• character journeys

• dramatic subtext

• dialogue

• clarity of themes

• connection to other writers' work (the artistic context)

• possible audiences and its places in the world (the social / political / historical context)
   

What we focus on is up to you. It's your play and I want to give you feedback that's useful.

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This service is pay by donation. No amount is too little. If you would like some ballpark figures, here's what I'd typically charge.

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• Script Report - £50.00
  I'll read your script and you'll receive 3-4 pages of feedback on your play's strengths, areas to think about, and creative prompts for your next draft.
   

• Script Surgery - £100.00
  I'll send over the report and we can then chat about it, either in person or remotely. 

I'll aim to read your play and write a report within 30 days. If something comes up, I'll let you know. Likewise if you have a deadline and you need things to move faster, just ask and I'll try my best to accommodate. 

Email edwards.andrewneil.@gmail.com if you'd like to me to read your play. 

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