Dramaturgy and Script Development
Whether you're wrestling with structure, trying to deepen your characters, or preparing a script for submission or production, I offer clear, collaborative dramaturgical feedback designed to help your work reach its fullest potential.
I work as a dramaturg and script consultant with writers at every stage of their careers—from first-time playwrights and screenwriters to established professionals—and tailor my feedback to the unique needs of each project. Rather than offering a list of fixes, I aim to ask the questions, identify the patterns, and provide the practical tools that help writers move confidently into their next draft and discover the strongest version of the story they want to tell.
Why Work With Me
I bring a multi-dimensional perspective to every script I read. Years spent creating new work, exploring scripts with actors in the rehearsal room, and working alongside the people who champion and develop new plays, musicals, and films have given me a deep understanding of how different readers engage with a script—and how those perspectives inform one another. My feedback is designed to strengthen not just the writing itself, but the script's ability to inspire collaborators, thrive in the rehearsal room, and connect with audiences.
Ways to Work Together
I work with playwrights, musical theatre writers, and screenwriters at every stage of script development, from early ideas to production-ready drafts. Whether you're looking for detailed notes on a finished draft or an ongoing creative partner, I tailor every collaboration to the needs of the writer and the project.
Written Script Feedback
Ideal for writers looking for fresh eyes on a completed or in-progress draft.
You'll receive:
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A detailed written dramaturgical report tailored to your goals and questions
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Honest, thoughtful feedback that identifies both your script's strengths and its greatest opportunities for growth
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A clear, actionable roadmap for your next draft, with practical suggestions for bringing your script closer to the play or screenplay you want it to be
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An optional follow-up consultation to discuss the feedback and plan your next steps
Script Consultation
Perfect if you'd rather talk through a challenge than receive written notes.
A one-on-one video session where we can:
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Brainstorm solutions to structural or storytelling challenges
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Talk through character development and dramatic arcs
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Develop a focused, actionable plan for your next draft
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Prioritize the revisions that will have the greatest impact before your next deadline or opportunity
Ongoing Development
For writers seeking sustained support through a rewrite or development process, I offer ongoing dramaturgy and project consulting.
Together we'll build an ongoing collaborative process with recurring feedback, consultations, and accountability tailored to your project's timeline.
What Writers are Saying
Pricing
Every project is different, and I'm happy to discuss the best approach based on your goals and timeline.
Written Feedback (Plays & Screenplays)
Written Feedback (Musicals)
Consultation (without advance reading)
Consultation (with advance reading)
Rush deadlines, exceptionally long scripts, and ongoing development packages are priced individually. If you're not sure which option is the best fit, feel free to get in touch—I'm happy to recommend the approach that I think will be most useful.
Starting at $200
Starting at $300
$125/hour
Starting at $250