Sitcom writer/producer Richard Brandon Manus shares his advice for writing comedy scripts that make readers want to turn the page.
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Richard Brandon Manus
Richard Brandon Manus
Arc Studio Presents
A Very Serious Talk About Comedy With Richard Brandon Manus
virtual
8:29 pm
Pacific
Eastern
Feb 22, 2024
The event is free, but requires registration.
Chapters
00:00 - Richard's screenwriting journey
03:01 - Recommended screenwriting books
06:00 - Developing your writing skills
07:47 - Can you become a funnier writer?
09:03 - The difference between funny concepts and sharp jokes
10:44 - Earning the page turn
11:26 - Balancing jokes & story in a comedy script
13:05 - Finding your story structure through your characters
14:35 - The difference between TV & movies
16:08 - Writing solo vs writing with a partner/team
18:05 - How scripts get written in a writers' room
19:48 - The importance of writing spec scripts as a beginner
20:33 - How to write character intros
22:30 - Encouragement and farewell
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