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An opportunity... (came via a literature e-mailing list I'm on)
CBBC New Writers
CBBC are looking for a new generation of writers with fresh perspectives, original voices, and the ability to create unforgettable characters. This opportunity is open to any writer who wants to write drama for the 6-12 age range. More info at
http://www.bbc.co.uk/writersroom/opportunity/cbbc_writing_competition.shtml
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I have tried to open a sample of the scripts, but all I get is gobbly gook, can any one open them ? If so can you send me a copy I will send my email if you can
Jennymf
Don't you have to have a page with a list of characters what they look like etc? Can't see that in the layout.
Not sure about this now...
I've read many scripts in my time and haven't heard this. That's why they have set designers and costume designers.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/writersroom/scriptsmart/screenplay.pdf
Mine is a tale that would have to be animated as it has talking animals!
That's what I always thought..roughly.
Was browsing some kids prog scripts, one was 30 pages, one 34 pages...average seems to be between 30 and 35 pages for kids prog.
I get it now, Jay!!!
It says in the rules that the script should be 30 pages long.
I finished mine, woke up the next morning, scrapped it, have started another one and am now half way through. And breathe!
Anyway I made mine a bit longer and sent it off.
Lou, I can't believe you wrote one, scrapped it and are already almost finished another?? *blinks* I feel useless in comparison.
Thanks too, Carol. You have created a whole legion of would-be screenwriters now!
I do know generally there is another font that is often used as well, but can't remember which one. I'm sure we've discussed it on TB- last year possibly.
A very interesting exercise.
Maybe I'll think about it again later ...
... not now.
Just trying to get to grips with POETRY formation now.
Limericks I can do
Doggerel I can do
Poetry I cannot do.
Even now I just got over my fear of non-rhyming poetry.
Just GO FOR IT.
Break the fear.
Good luck Lou...and hopefully, we'll get our done and sent off in time.