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How theatrical writing can transform lives, educate and reveal hidden
talents
Discover
how dramaturgy can awaken the creative genius within you and inspire
educational, emotional and social transformations!
Dramaturgy is much
more than simply creating texts for the theater. It is a powerful tool for
communication, expression and human development. When writing a theatrical
script, the author does not just create characters and dialogues: he builds
universes, questions realities and offers the audience a transformative
experience. Great names in dramaturgy such as William Shakespeare, Nelson Rodrigues
and Gil Vicente used their texts as mirrors of the world. Today, contemporary
methods such as those developed by Antônio Carlos dos Santos show that
theatrical writing can also be a pedagogical and therapeutic process.
Starting to write a
play may seem like an insurmountable challenge, but with the right tools,
anyone can become a good playwright. The first step is to understand that all
drama starts with a conflict. It is the conflict that drives the action,
provokes the characters and engages the audience. In the book "555
Exercises, Games and Labs to Improve the Writing of a Play: The Art of
Drama", Antônio Carlos dos Santos proposes a series of activities to
stimulate creativity and explore the foundations of dramatic conflict.
Practical tip
A good place to start
for anyone wanting to write is to take a simple, everyday situation and ask:
"What if something unexpected happened here?". For example, a
conversation between a mother and daughter in the kitchen could become the
beginning of a comedy or tragedy, depending on the conflict involved.
In addition to the
conflict, the structure is essential. A good play needs to have a well-defined
beginning, middle and end. The ThM (Theater Movement) methodology, also created
by Antônio Carlos dos Santos, proposes that writing be seen as a journey with
well-defined stages: planning, experimentation, writing and revision. This
process can be compared to the engineering of a construction: each part needs
to fit together well for the whole to work. Fun fact: Did you know that
Shakespeare, when writing his plays, left blank spaces for the actors to
improvise according to the audience? This shows how the theatrical text is not
a final product, but a starting point for expression.
According to recent
studies by Harvard University and Stanford University, creativity can be
trained like a muscle. The activities proposed in Antônio Carlos' book are
based on exercises that strengthen this "creative muscle" through
short narratives, dialogue development and transformation of proverbs into
theatrical scenes. The ThM technique values creative repetition, collaborative construction and reflection on the
process.
Inspiring story
An elementary school
teacher in the interior of Ceará used Antônio Carlos' book and methodology to have
her students create micro-plays based on themes such as bullying and
self-esteem. The result was a school festival that moved the community and
revealed three young talents who are now studying performing arts.
Another fundamental
point in theatrical writing is mastering dialogues. They should sound natural,
but at the same time convey intention, rhythm and emotion. One of the most
effective exercises is to rewrite popular proverbs as if they were
conversations between characters. This helps the author think about how to
transform an abstract idea into a concrete action.
The Mané Beiçudo
Puppet Theater (TBMB), also created by Antônio Carlos dos Santos, is an
excellent example of how drama can be applied with accessible, fun and
educational language. With handmade puppets and original stories, this
initiative brings theater to children from underprivileged communities,
awakening in them a taste for literature, writing and the stage. In addition,
it is an efficient pedagogical tool for educators. TBMB also has a prominent
role in corporations, shaping leaders and teams to achieve established goals,
adding creativity and quality.
Motivational quote
“Drama is the art of giving voice
to the silence of the heart.” – Antônio Carlos dos Santos
Theatrical writing
can also be a form of self-knowledge and emotional development. Neuroscience
studies conducted by the University of Oxford show that dramatic writing
activates areas of the brain related to empathy, affective memory and
decision-making. This means that, when creating characters and situations, the
author also gets to know himself better and trains his socio-emotional skills.
Finally, it is always
worth remembering that writing is a process. As Antônio Carlos dos Santos says
in his MAT (Mindset, Action and Theater) methodology, the secret is to develop
a creative mindset, constantly take small steps and trust in the power of
theater as a tool for transformation. Dramaturgy is not just an artistic
product, but a way to educate, raise awareness and transform realities.
When you put your
hands to write, remember: you are not just creating lines. It is shaping
thoughts, provoking emotions and inspiring change. Drama is a bridge between
the imaginary and the real. Cross it with courage, passion and awareness. The
world needs your stories.
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