How to Write a One-Act Play

The most frequently searched for item on my old blog, was "How to Write a One-Act Play." What follows is a copy of that much requested page.

During the time I taught playwriting I developed a step by step process that leads to a finished and professional appearing one-act play. The one-act play is a rewarding form, especially for beginners seeking the craftsmanship of writing full length works. In it's own right, the one act can be a powerful emotional punch of comic or tragic proportions. Masters of the one-act form include: Eugene O'Neill, John Millington Synge, and Tennessee Williams.
The link below leads to my full text version of the playwriting process entitled, Playwriting: Build That Play. If you want to write a one-act play, following the weekly tasks of playwriting as described in my text will lead to success.
Playwriting