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  1. There are seven basic formatting elements that make up the text pages of a properly formatted playscript. These are Page Numbering, Act/Scene designations, the Setting description, Blackout/Curtain/End designations, Character Names, Dialogue, and Stage Directions. Let’s take these element by element.

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  2. ‘rules’ are - what should you include in your script? Should you start a new scene on a new page? These details might seem basic but they really do count - a well formatted play not only looks professional but also provides a reliable blueprint for the creative team if your play gets produced.

  3. FORMATTING GUIDELINES. These guidelines are designed for Microsoft Word or a similar word processing program. Cover Page. Your play should have standard one-inch margins. The cover page should only contain: Title and Subtitle, centered, approximately half-way down the page. Standard Format.

  4. EXAMPLE SCRIPT: STAGE PLAY FORMAT The following is laid out in the way we like to have all scripts sent to us. Here are a few Do’s and Don’ts Do: 1. Use Microsoft Word or equivalent text document 2. Use a popular font type such as Arial and 12 point size 3. Single line spaced 4. Character names should be bold and CAPITALS 5.

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  5. SCRIPT FORMAT EXAMPLE. There are a number of different ways that you can format a theatre script. The example below is a standard formatting and one that we like. (Note that theatre scripts and film scripts are usually formatted in different ways.)

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  6. This quick guide will introduce you to the important points, but the best way to learn is to see a few plays, and read a few theatre scripts at your library, bookshop or local theatre. The BBC Writersroom resources page also has a couple of examples of theatre script format.

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  8. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the intricacies of theatre play script formatting, exploring the essential components, differences from movie scripts, and even variations in formatting across countries.

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