2/6-Journal-Playwriting Ex 1

Make a list of five fictional characters Step 1

Step 2 Make a list of five real famous people (dead or alive).

Step 3- Make a list of five controversies

Step 4- Pick one of your controversies and one of your real famous people and write a speech where he/she expresses his opinions about the controversy. (1/2 page speech) Stay true to this character. Be sure to use their diction, style, and tone.

Step 5 Pick one of your fictional characters and write a speech where he/she expresses his opinions about the controversy. Make sure this person has a different opinion than the last person. (1/2 page speech) Stay true to this character. Be sure to use their diction, style, and tone.

Step 6 Now write one minute of dialogue where both characters discuss the controversy. Use conflict, build tension, and end with a climax.