When a playwright starts working on their play, they might not think about the format first. But once inspiration strikes, the structure of their script is what brings their vision to life on stage.

Writer, script consultant and BCG Pro editor Tim Dawson explains how to plot your narrative comedy script. The basics are deceptively simple!

1) Lead with the comedy, follow with the emotion. If you signal the darkness early, audiences tense up, and the laughs don't ...

The development-focused comedy showcase Table Reads: New Comedy Script Showcase is set to return to the Edinburgh Festival ...