Gold Coast

Playwright

Playwrights are specialist writers who write the scripts for plays that are performed at theatre houses, festivals, and live events. They write both the dialogue and stage directions and are often involved during casting and rehearsals.

As a playwright you could be mind-mapping some ideas on a whiteboard, updating your scriptwriting software, meeting with a theatre company to discuss the commissioning of a new play, writing a scene, reviewing dialogue, editing stage directions, rewriting a scene based on feedback from the stage director, or attending live theatre at an overseas playhouse.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to transform thoughts, feelings, body language, and human personality into compelling live performance.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a playwright?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing)

Blended, On Campus
36 months
$0 - $72,720
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Drama)

Blended, On Campus
36 months
$0 - $45,408
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Actor Drama Teacher Playwright Performance Artist + 1 more

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Drama)

On Campus
12 months
$13,470
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)

On Campus
36 months
$36,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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