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Speechwriting Training “I have got a lot from today's course which will help me deliver key messages at a critical time of change.” Wilshire Fire and Rescue Service

This ability to craft a credible, memorable and inspiring speech will mark you out for success in any walk of life.  The ability to communicate and connect with any audience is not a gift – it is a skill, and it can be learned!

In this course you will learn how to draft a compelling speech that powerfully resonates with your audience. Using practical frameworks, case study analysis, and iterative practice, this course helps participants understand the different dimensions of the speechwriting process. You will leave this course inspired, with new ideas you can implement right away.

Speechwriting is an incredibly popular course within our Communications  series. At the Civil Service College , we tailor our courses to each participant’s role and organisation, ensuring that each participant gets the most out of the training. Our courses and trainers are continuously updated and evaluated to ensure that we are always delivering the best service possible. 

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Learning Outcomes

Key Training Features :

• Preparing to write: developing your topic and structuring your content
• How to draft a powerful opening and a memorable end: introductions and conclusions.
• Getting personal: how to use jokes, stories, and anecdotes.
• Writing to speak: learning to write for the ear, not the page.
• Speeches of character: how to add personality to your speeches.
• Inspiration from history's best speeches.
• Analysis of what great speakers do - and what they don't.

Who Can Attend :

Suitable for everyone who already drafts speeches, or would like to in the future.  

Learning Outcomes :

Participants will have a firm grasp of how to put together a powerful, compelling speech that will effectively communicate their message and better persuade their audiences.

10:00 - 16:00

£595 + VAT

Civil Service College, Westminster, London

Lead Trainer

Matthew Greenough

Matt had a successful career in politics, which culminated in his role as Chief Special Adviser in the Welsh Government, leading to the role of Director of Communications for the Labour Party in Wales in 2016.

Matt is passionate about words – and the power they have to make real and lasting change in the world. He had a successful career in politics, culminating in his role as the Chief Special Adviser in the Welsh Government. Prior to that he was the Special Adviser for Media & Strategic Communications, and the Education Special Adviser. As the most senior adviser working for the First Minister of Wales, Matt worked with politicians, officials, and external partners to help deliver the Government’s programme. He also had responsibility for writing keynote speeches and leading on high profile communications challenges. In addition to his work for Government, Matt worked in various roles for the Labour Party in Wales, including as Director of Communications for the successful 2016 Assembly elections. 

Working at the top of government in strategic, policy and communications roles has given him wide-ranging and high-level experience of: speechwriting, media handling and training, change management, crisis communications, briefing senior teams, and stakeholder management.

Matt now runs his own communications consultancy, Words Matter, providing editorial advice to the United Nations and other clients.

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This course teaches delegates how to perform in different situations in order to communicate in a compelling way, giving attendees a chance to enhance their own presentation skills.

Our speechwriting course helps participants to understand how to put together a compelling speech that powerfully and effectively communicates their message.

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This half day workshop offers participants an opportunity to reflect on the personal impact of change and uncertainty, offering practical tips and techniques to help develop personal resilience.

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Writing speeches: keynotes, presentations and special occasion addresses

Course summary.

With a little coaching and preparation, most people can deliver a speech, but few can actually write a good one. That's why we hear so many inept ones. A well-written and well-delivered speech can be a forceful medium for promoting an organisation and highlighting its leaders as well as a powerful way to communicate messages. But a poorly planned and written speech can have the opposite effect, even delivered by the best speakers. In this interactive one-day workshop, learn simple skills to help you to write for the ear, not the eye. When you write a good speech - whether for yourself or another person - it connects with the audience and moves them along a path you have persuaded them to follow. It engages emotions, shapes opinions and gets results. You will acquire user-friendly techniques for researching and composing speeches to engage, inform, entertain and motivate listeners.

“The course exceeded my expectations. I was especially pleased that the course focused not just on the written word, but on delivery too. ” — LW, MS Society

“Excellent. The notes I made will help when working on future projects.” — LC, Stevenage Borough Council

“The course was excellent and I would recommend it to colleagues. The trainer was knowledgeable, engaging, and has given me increased appetite and confidence for future speeches. ” — PS, WRAP

Course dates and location

We can deliver this course virtually for your organisation, on a date and time that suits you. If you have four or more people who would like to attend this course then  group training could be the most cost-effective option. Contact one of our Training Coordinators on 020 7490 3030 or email for more information and a quote.

If you would like to attend this course then register your interest with us. Currently, this course is run on request meaning that a date will be scheduled once we have at least three people interested in attending this course. 

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This one-day, London based Speech writing course will teach you how to:

• research and outline your speech
• set objectives
• write with the audience in mind
• craft powerful openings and memorable conclusions
• anticipate questions and craft answers with brevity and impact
• develop the best speech structure
• learn from the techniques used by great orators
• season your speech with quotations, humour and anecdotes
• tailor a speech to the speaker’s style

The course also includes a year of free support from your trainer.

All our training courses are delivered virtually. The webinar systems used do not require software download.

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This course is aimed at everyone who is involved in the creation of speeches, whether researching and writing their own speeches, or someone else's. The Centre works with organisations from all sectors including the public sector, voluntary sector, private sector and corporate sector.

By the end of the day you will be more confident in speechwriting and will take away ideas and techniques to help you make your speeches sizzle. The course is highly interactive and includes practical exercises and video examples that bring successful speechwriting devices to life. Written exercises include creating a speech outline, using rhetorical devices, and transforming dull language to colourful expression. You also may bring along a speech - finished or unfinished - to work on during the training and receive the instructor's feedback.

The Centre runs a number of writing and communication courses .

To help you with your speech, why not try our Presentation skills training course.

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Advanced Speech Writing Technique – Writing Speeches for others

£ 875.00

Date: Please Select October 25th, 2024 November 14th, 2024 December 16th, 2024 January 17th, 2025 March 28th, 2025 April 22nd, 2025 May 30th, 2025 June 27th, 2025 July 18th, 2025

Course Overview

This course was originally designed for Parliamentary Researchers and Special Advisors who were keen to improve their speech writing capability. So since 2006, we has been the premier provider of speech writing courses for politicians and their staff.

We were one of the first UK based training providers to offer focused specialist training in  speech writing for elected politicians and their staff based in Westminster and the Scottish Parliament.

Over time we have developed the course further to reflect the needs of high-level professionals working in corporate environments who need to write effective speeches    for  senior management to help promote specific messages to shareholders, the media and policy decision maker audiences across government, parliament and the civil service.

The course also translates well for overseas delegates and has also attracted interest from senior executives and public affairs professionals, working for prestigious International Organisations such as the European Investment Bank, the International Council for Nursing, the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia and Deutsche Bank. So far this extensive experience has given us unique insights setting us apart from the competition.

Key highlights of the course

• Five Key Elements of a Winning Speech:   Analysis of the essential components of successful speeches  and how they integrate within a logical speech structure.
• Unique Aspects of Speech Writing:   Understand what differentiates   speech writing  from other forms of writing.
• Rhetorical Devices:   Discover the various rhetorical techniques used in business and political  speeches   to create poignant and impactful messages.
• Speech Analysis:   Learn from the masters by examining a range of the most successful  speeches from the world of politics and commerce to get a better understanding of structure & effectiveness.
• Coaching Techniques:   Gain detailed insights on how to effectively coach your boss or whomever you are writing the speech for, whether they are a senior politician or ceo.
• Professional Guidance:   Learn to compose and structure professional speeches with expert guidance.
• Audience Adaptation:   Learn how to tailor your speech writing   well to suit different types of audiences.

" The course covered everything I needed to fill up the gaps in my knowledge. It was very thorough with lots of takeaways on how to improve your speech writing."

This course is also ideal for those working in corporate environments, who need to write business speeches for senior Directors and high profile Business Leaders. The practical examples and hands-on guidance provided  on the day will help such delegates to master the art of crafting compelling speeches  for corporate audiences.

So why not join our  speech writing course   Today and learn through formal training to elevate your speech writing capabilities.

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Attendee from the un international criminal tribunal court for former yugoslavia.

“The course gave excellent insights into this highly specialised skill. I would highly recommend this course to anyone faced with the challenged of writing for others.”

Attendee from Germany based at the European Central Bank

“Well structured, prepared and delivered”

Attendee from the BMA

“The Course was very thorough and gave a good overview on how to influence proceedings in Westminster”

Attendee from the Executive Team at Southampton University

“Excellent interactive course. Feel that it was a valuable use of a day”

Attendee from Labour MP 's constituency office on the Remaining safe personal safety for caseworkers course

“Overall a very useful course. Great to meet other colleagues who deal with similar events and have a chance to discuss issue in a confidential environment and discuss serious matters in a relaxed atmosphere”

Attendee from Amnesty International

“Very good. All the trainers were extremely knowlegdeable, received alot of information.”

Attendee from The Environment Agency

“The course was great with excellent speakers and really useful practical exercises.”

Attendee from Epilepsy Action

“The content of the course was really excellent and I definetly recommend it to others in my organisation. At first I didin't think it could be worth the money! (a Yorkshire view) but it was!”

Delegate from Deutsche Bank comment on the Advanced Speech Writing course

“Very useful course, well done on the choice of speakers and practical guidance on the implementation of strategic ideas.”

Presentation Skills course

Presentation skills.

Short course

Our Presentation Skills short course has given countless people the confidence to give winning speeches. Now that so much communication has moved online, this course will help you make an impact on Zoom as well as face-to-face.

2 starting dates

Starting date: 14 th january 2025.

• Duration: 7 weeks
• Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm
• Fees: £495 (no VAT)
• Occurs: Tuesday and Thursday
• Location: Online
• Booking deadline: 8 th January 2025, 11:59pm
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Assessment and certificates, eligibility, recommended reading, presentation skills course overview.

Being able to deliver confident presentations is an essential life skill for your business and personal life.

Many participants attend because they realise that will not be able to advance in their careers if they continue to avoid facing an audience, but have not yet overcome their fears.

Alternatively, some participants are already competent but understand that developing mastery will enable them to demonstrate real leadership within their organisations and with external stakeholders. With webinars and remote presentations becoming the new normal, you may feel you need help transferring your skills to a new medium.

This interactive presentation skills training course helps you develop skills for crafting persuasive presentations and delivering speeches with lasting impact. The programme combines insights and techniques for an effective preparation process with opportunities to put these into practice.

Taught twice a week over 7 weeks as 14 bite-size evening classes over Microsoft Teams, the presentation skills course offers expert tuition to take public speaking to the next level.

We have had many successful students enrol and take the learning and skills from the course and put them into practice. Participating in our Presentation Skills course can really make a difference to your public speaking confidence and skills.

Who is it for?

Do you avoid opportunities for progression due to a fear of public speaking? Perhaps you are already a competent presenter but want to perfect your skills to demonstrate real leadership? Our part-time Presentation Skills course can be useful across all career stages, with professional and personal benefits.

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The Presentations Skills course takes place twice a week, from 18:00 - 19:30 on Tuesday and Thursday evenings for seven weeks.

City Short Courses follow the academic year, delivering courses over three terms. These include:

• Autumn  - October
• Spring - January
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• Blends innovative thinking with opportunities to practice new skills
• Expert tuition from a specialist in public speaking and influencing techniques
• Taught in small groups
• Awarded a City, University of London certificate

Over the duration of the Presentation Skills short course, you will learn new approaches and techniques, including:

• Clarifying your objectives - what do you want your audience to feel, think and do?
• Developing an effective preparation process;
• Structuring a clear, concise and persuasive message;
• Exploring creative approaches which make an impact;
• Storytelling, and how to use it to make your argument more persuasive;
• Deploying rhetorical devices and imagery to make your message stick;
• Handling nerves and eliminating physical tension, using techniques from psychology and the dramatic arts;
• Build rapport and credibility through how you broadcast your voice and physical presence;
• Preparing slides that tell a persuasive visual story;
• Understanding the strategic value of making presentations;
• Practice delivering prepared messages onscreen, with feedback and recommendations.

Over eight evening classes on the Presentation Skills short course, you will learn to develop an effective preparation process, including:

Introductions & Objectives

Session 1.1  (1½ hours)

• Establishing your own challenges and objectives

Session 1.2  (1½ hours)

• Introducing yourself to an audience – first brief self-presentation to group
• Exploring fundamental principles

Preparing your message

Session 2.1  (1½ hours)

• Developing a preparation process
• Structuring content into a persuasive sequence
• Framing and signposting
• Suggested templates to adapt to suit your purpose

Session 2.2  (1½ hours)

• The use of storytelling
• Storytelling practice and feedback

Engaging a remote audience

Session 3.1  (1½ hours)

• What are the differences between remote and real-life presentations?
• Basics of composing your onscreen presence – backgrounds and lighting
• Visual storytelling through your slides

Session 3.2 (1½ hours)

First opportunity to present your own mini-webinar, for feedback from the group and tutor.

Establishing your onscreen presence

Session 4.1 (1½ hours)

• Breathing for easing nerves and tension
• Developing better posture through a physical warm-up

Session 4.2  (1½ hours)

• Voice workout
• Practice making an impact with your voice and presence

Using rhetoric

Session 5.1 (1½ hours)

• Using imagery to memorable, persuasive effect
• Making your message stick through rhythm, balance and repetition

Session 5.2 (1½ hours)

• Exploring rhetoric case studies
• Tips for creating your own soundbites

Your individual presentations

Session 6.1 & Session 6.2 (1½ hours each session)

• Practice delivering your final presentation
• Feedback and coaching on your own individual presentations

Session 7.1 (1 1/2 hours)

Session 7.2 (1 ½ hours)

• Consolidation

The presentation skills course will be taught through a blend of lectures, discussion and practical activities – individually, in pairs and as a group.

As the course progresses, you will be challenged more. You will be asked to deliver a five to seven minute presentation that has been prepared in advance. You will be given extensive evaluation and recommendations, with an opportunity to apply some of the suggestions straightaway for further feedback.

There is no formal assessment and you are not given any formal qualifications on completion of the course. However, if you attend 70 percent of the classes you will be awarded an official City, University of London certificate.

We do not ask for any qualifications to enrol in this course.

English requirements

You will need a good level of spoken and written English to enrol on this course.

• Chris Anderson (2016) TED Talks , Headline
• Bobette Buster (2013) Do/Story , The Do Book Company
• Stephen Denning (2007) The Secret Language Of Leadership , Jossey-Bass
• Susan Cain (2012) Quiet: The Power of Introverts In A World That Won’t Stop Talking , Penguin
• Patsy Rodenberg (1992)  The Right To Speak , Routledge,
• Ed. Brian MacArthur (1999)  The Penguin Book of Twentieth Century Speeches , Penguin Books.
• Professor Max Atkinson (2004)  Lend Me Your Ears Vermillion, London,
• Sam Leith (2011) You Talkin’ To Me? Profile Books
• Malcolm Gladwell (2000) The Tipping Point , Abacus
• Tony & Barry Buzan (BBC,1993, 2000)  The Mind Map Book
• Carmine Gallo (2010)  The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs: How to Be Insanely Great in Front of Any Audience (McGraw-Hill Books)

Karen Glossop

Karen Glossop read Classics at Cambridge University and trained as an actor at Mountview. Since 1997, Karen has been developing people’s skills in public speaking, influencing and leadership.

She trains groups and coaches individuals across the corporate, public and non-profit sectors.

Under the banner of Resonance Training, Karen’s recent clients include: KBC Bank, Hungary; Fluor Ltd; National Cyber Security Centre, UK; St. Brendan’s School of Innovation, Romania; Haufe Lexware, Romania; Thomas Pink Ltd; London Luton Airport; Transport for London; Speakmedia; SOAS; Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.

Karen is a Consultant at the Centre of Charity Effectiveness, Bayes Business School. She teaches regularly on Senior Executive programmes at London Business School and Saïd Business School, Oxford.

Karen is co-artistic director of award-winning theatre company, Wishbone.

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Learn powerful communication tools from body language through to storytelling so you can enhance your relationships and achieve your goals.

• Be more articulate and hold attention in meetings
• Replace presentation nerves with self-assurance and inspirational content
• Learn nonverbal communication tools to increase connection with your listener

Get started today with a one-hour Taster Session, or if you have questions, book a Discovery Call with one of our team…

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"it’s the best thing you’ll do for yourself", "my tutor natasha nesson has changed my life forever.", "my life is improved now as i can deliver effective verbal communication.", "what i learnt at lsw was just what i needed. ", "after each session, i could see myself growing more confident.", "i highly recommend having sessions with lsw.", "i can't believe the transformation from absolute fear and dread to enjoyment.", "the course was tailored to my needs and increased my confidence.", "the sessions were great very informative and adaptive sessions.", "fantastic experience and a very professional service ", "i feel that the course made a huge difference to my presentation skills. ", "i couldn't speak highly enough of london speech workshop.", effective communication at lsw will help you with:, articulating your ideas, networking & small talk, presentations, charisma & gravitas, building connections, body language, public speaking.

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From the beginning of your coaching journey your coach will take time to understand your communication goals, and then create a course tailored to your needs and goals, so you get the results you want.

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Our trademarked method is simple, yet the results are profound. From unique exercises like ‘Tube Story’, through to ‘Meal Plan’ for sizzling content, learning is gamified, empowering and the tools become yours seamlessly and for life.

See for Yourself

In each session we film and voice record so you can see and hear your progress for yourself. This puts you in the driving seat. It’s not about us telling you what is good, you get to see for yourself the profound effects of the tools.

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We have worked hard to make sure your learning experience with us is touched by magic, from the brilliance of your LSW coach through to the powerful metaphors in the method, to the support from the head office team.

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Session 1 & 2, off the cuff speaking & fillers.

Tools to help you when speaking impromptu – structuring your thoughts and removing “ums” and “ahs”.

Session 3 & 4

Compelling content and meal plan.

A tool to make content come to life and target different audiences, so you can inspire, engage and delight.

Session 5 & 6

Non verbal communication.

Using facial expression, gesture and posture to control the impression you make and feel more relaxed and confident.

Session 7 & 8

Listening and rapport building.

Tools to support connection through listening, vocal tone and physicality.

Session 9 & 10

Practice workshops or presentation.

Role-plays for specific improvement, a filmed presentation with feedback and reflections and future planning.

Some of our Powerful Effective Communication Tools

Vocal gravity.

What goes up, must come down, and the same goes with your voice. If an idea has weight – show it in your voice – this will give you added power, gravitas and presence.

Facial Storytelling

Eye contact and a bright smile has the power to light up a room. We will teach you the secret powers of your face and how it can make you a more authentic communicator.

Eye Contact

Your eye contact shows your intention to deliver your ideas right to the hearts and minds of your audience or listeners. Bish Bash bosh – you have engaged listeners!

Off the Cuff

Did you know you can learn to be articulate AND think on your feet when speaking? Time to drop the “umms” and “ahhs’’ and find your own personal eloquence.

Connection Spaces

Our Connection Space tool gives you a shortcut to finding different moods and ways of interacting as speedily as changing from a cashmere sweater to a sharp blazer!

Engagement Technique

Learn to sound engaging in 3 simple steps, literally. Emphasis, pausing, psychological hooks. This tool will transform your communication in minutes.

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In this one hour 1:1 session you will experience our proven Serlin Method®, uncover your strengths and growth areas and receive a tailor made roadmap of what we can work on together. Tasters sessions are discounted and all prices include VAT.

Senior Coach – £175  Principal – £235  Head Coach – £295

Want to have a chat first?

If you are not quite ready to book a Taster session, why not have a free 15 minute Discovery call to find out more? In the call we will find out a bit more about your goals and challenges, and share with you how the courses work, and how they can help you achieve your goals.

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Powerful tools.

Walk away with a set of tools for life from the proprietary Serlin Method™.

Dedicated 24/7 Support

Your dedicated Client Success Manager will support you every step of the way.

See For Yourself

Filming or voice recording in every session so you can see your progress.

Course Manual

A 120+ page LSW manual covering everything you’ll learn in the course and more.

Weekly Assignments

Weekly assignments and regular challenges so you can embed the learning into your daily life.

A course designed for you, using handpicked tools to meet your needs.

Effective Communication Course Packages

In your taster session your coach will recommend the best course for you based on your goals, needs and budget. you can book a remote session (via zoom) or an in-person session at any of our 4 central london offices. you can also book straight to course with our taster + package bundles..

Effective Communication 5 x 1 hour sessions

• A bespoke course tailored around your goals and needs
• 140+ page Effective Communication manual
• Final report & continued learning plan

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Effective Communication 10 x 1 hour sessions

• A bespoke course tailored around
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• 140+ page Effective Communication
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• Final report & continued learning
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• Option to pay in 2 instalments

Effective Communication 15 x 1 hour sessions

• A bespoke course tailored around 
your goals and needs
• 140+ page Effective Communication 
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• Final report & continued learning 
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• Option to pay in 3 instalments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in your 1:1 course v.

Your course can be a 5, 10 or 15 session package. Each course is designed bespoke for you. You’ll receive a manual to be used alongside your sessions and you will have the full support of your coach and the LSW Head Office team during your course, as well as an online portal where you can manage your sessions.

Is the course personalised to me? v

Yes! We are not a cookie cutter one-size fits all approach. Our courses are made to fit you and never the other way round! The first step is a Discovery Call with one of our Client Success Managers so we can understand your communication goals. Then we recommend a coach that best fits your needs. In the taster or first session your coach will design a course programme tailored to your needs and goals.

Can I mix courses? v

Yes, if that is what suits your personal needs and will help you achieve your goals in the best way possible, then our coaches can certainly mix in elements of different courses for you.

What is an Effective Communication Taster? v

In this one-hour session, your coach will introduce two powerful tools: our Engagement Technique and Delivery Mastery tools. You’ll see their impact first-hand with a before-and-after video. You’ll start working towards clearer, more confident communication. The coach will assess your skills, discuss your strengths and weaknesses, and recommend a tailored course plan to help you reach your goals, whether that’s in 5, 10, or 15 sessions.

How quickly will I see an improvement? v

Most clients notice an immediate improvement after the Taster Session, where you’ll record a before-and-after to see the changes. Your communication journey with LSW involves four learning stages:

• Unconscious incompetence
• Conscious incompetence
• Conscious competence
• Unconscious competence

By the end of your course, aim for conscious competence, where you can use new skills with focus. Eventually, these skills become second nature, like driving. After mastering one aspect, you can tackle other communication skills, such as handling spontaneous questions. Your journey continues beyond the course, with access to discounted sessions as part of the LSW family.

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• Location: City

We have the broadest range of drama and performing arts courses of any institution. As well as giving students a thorough training in traditional methods and approaches within each discipline, our courses encourage you to challenge what has come before, develop original approaches to making work and imagine a new future for performance.  

Our full-time Undergraduate degrees are divided into three main areas covering performance, applied theatre, design, crafts and production: 

• Contemporary Performance Practice 
• Theatre Practice 

As long as you apply to a BA (Hons) programme by the UCAS Equal Consideration Date, you will receive an interview or audition.  

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BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · London · 29/09/2025

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BA · 3 Years · Full-time · London · 29/09/2025

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Writing for Performance

Playwriting: An Introduction

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Course title, playwriting: an introduction.

Meeting once a week for eight intensive lessons   this playwriting course is an exciting opportunity to work with an established playwright to explore the fundamentals of writing a play.

By the end of the course you will have the tools you need to continue on your playwriting journey and have ideas for your plot, a developed breakdown of your characters and a fully written and analysed first scene. You will also be introduced to the skills involved in redrafting your script and working with notes.  In the final lesson, you will see your scene acted out by actors on one of our parallel courses.

Course Content

You will explore:

• finding your idea
• creating a structured plot
• developing a character
• creating dramatic action
• writing effective dialogue
• finding and nurturing your voice as a writer
• how to submit work to theatre companies and publishers

If you go on to complete your play in your own time once the course has been completed, for an additional fee, you can submit your completed play to the tutor for written feedback.

Alternatively you may wish to continue on to  Playwriting: Intermediate  where you can return to further your development of your play and take the next steps towards completing your script under the guidance of the tutor.

Course Fees - £350

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Course Dates

Wednesday 9 October - Wednesday 27 November

8 weeks, 8 sessions (7pm - 9.30pm)|   Book your place

Booking Information

Our courses are available on a first come, first served basis in order of payment.

To secure a place, please take the following steps:

• Read through our  Terms and Conditions  before booking
• Click on ‘Book your place’ above. Please make sure you are booking for the correct course and option (i.e. Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu if more than one option is available)
• Click ‘Select’ and follow the steps through to the completion of booking
• If your preferred dates are sold out, you can click ‘Join Waiting List’ and we will let you know if a place becomes available

This course is open access and may suit actors trying to write their one person show, comedians wanting to pin down their routine in writing, unpublished playwrights trying to fine tune their work and complete beginners who have an idea and want to find the most effective way to bring it to fruition. This is an excellent opportunity to gain a practical understanding of the playwriting process.

What our students say

“For anyone who is in the process of writing a play, or even just has a seed of an idea - this course will help break down all the essential elements you need to consider. I have gone from feeling a sense of overwhelm to feeling like I now have the tools I need to develop my play into something engaging and workable. Thank you!”

Suzie, Spring 2024

“This course unlocked the “thing” that was holding me back from putting my ideas onto the page. I shared my first piece of dramatic writing in a supportive environment. The course leader’s knowledge was exceptional. He cultivated an environment that engaged my curiosity about unknown things, and reframed my perspective on known things. I am excited for the Intermediate Course now.”

Cat, Spring 2024

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Jennifer farmer, jessica siân, related courses, playwriting: an introduction (online).

Meeting virtually twice a week for eight intensive lessons this playwriting course is an exciting opportunity to work with an established playwright to explore the fundamentals of writing a play.

Playwriting for Performers: The Solo Show (online)

Central is excited to offer this new online course specifically aimed at actors and theatre makers wanting to develop a solo show.

Playwriting: Intermediate (online)

Working with a published playwright, this intermediate playwriting course will continue to build on the skills learnt in the introductory course.

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