Playwright

/ˈpleɪˌraɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who writes plays.

The renowned playwright received critical acclaim for his latest production.

An author of theatrical dramas or scripts.

She aspired to become a playwright after her first one-act play was performed.

One who creates characters and dialogue for stage performances.

The talented playwright crafted complex characters that captivated the audience.

From 'play' + 'wright', where 'wright' means maker or craftsman.

playwright's workshop

A session where playwrights develop and refine their scripts.

the art of playwrighting

The craft and techniques involved in writing plays.

stage adaptation

Transforming a written work into a play, often done by a playwright.

theater

A building or outdoor area in which plays and other dramatic performances are given.

script

The written text of a play, including dialogue and stage directions.

drama

A mode of fictional representation through dialogue and performance.

Wordsmith

That wordsmith has a knack for creating memorable characters.

Script guru

He's considered a script guru for his expertise in dialogue.