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Dave
- Rate 158AED
- Response 7h
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Students25
Number of students accompanied by Dave since their arrival at Superprof
Number of students accompanied by Dave since their arrival at Superprof

158AED/hr
1st lesson free
- Playwriting
Write from the heart not from the head. Multi-award winning playwright, screenwriter and director with twenty years' professional experience in theatre and film.
- Playwriting
Lesson location
Super Prof
Dave is one of our best Playwriting tutors. They have a high-quality profile, verified qualifications, a quick response time, and great reviews from students!
About Dave
I wrote and directed my first play while still a student, at the age of 20. Since then I have directed my own work at theatres including the main house of the Hackney Empire, and worked with other professional theatre directors on productions at venues including Riverside Studios, the Cockpit and the King's Head. I have written and directed short films and recently shot a feature in the South of France, with a name cast and Emmy-winning cinematographer, due in festivals in 2021.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Whatever stage you're at in your screenwriting or playwriting project, I'll help you pick apart the script, uncover problems and find solutions. We can talk characters, dialogue, story structure and the practicalities of staging or filming your work. It can start with you sending me your work in progress, or we can start with a blank sheet of paper and think about how your idea can best be brought to life. My approach to writing is something like Charlie Parker's "learn the changes, then forget them" approach to jazz: think technically, think about structure, break it down, then try to forget it all and channel your instincts. If you're a complete beginner we can start by looking at the underlying principles of storytelling - character, structure, conflict, resolution - and think about the relationship between a writer and their writing and what you personally want to get out of your work. If you've written previously for the screen and want to cross over to theatre, I have experience of both and can help you understand the important differences and how you might want to adjust your approach.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Dave is an exceptional tutor. He possesses deep substantive knowledge and technical expertise, and is able to break down the most complex concepts into easy-to-understand and actionable steps. Dave provides clear explanations and hands-on support that make learning both effective and enjoyable.
Beyond his expertise, what sets Dave apart is his patience and dedication. He tailors each lesson to the client’s specific needs and skill level, and sets them up to be able to continue developing on their own.
If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, approachable, and supportive tutor, I give Dave my highest recommendation.Dave is a gentle soul. Old mate. Do gooder. Top bloke.
Dave and I have worked together for a number of years. He is always helpful, patient and good at explaining things.
Dave is a great tutor and mentor. He’s extremely knowledgeable in the subject and very patient at helping you to understand. He’s great at listening to ideas and working collaboratively as well as not being afraid to tell you if something isn’t working.
I would whole heartedly recommend Dave not just as a mentor but also as someone who it is worth collaborating with!View more recommendations
Rates
Rate
- 158AED
Pack prices
- 5h: 788AED
- 10h: 1,577AED
online
- 158AED/h
Travel
- + 20AED
free lessons
The first free lesson with Dave will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 45mins
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