Certificate in dramatic writing
Over the last several years, we have built the DGI into a world-class educational institute, led by some of the most recognizable and successful names in theatre, such as Marsha norman, kirsten childs, Tina Howe, Mark Hollmann, Austin Pendleton, Chisa Hutchinson, Gretchen Cryer, and Adam Gwon.
The Certificate of Dramatic Writing is one of the most innovative and progressive curriculums in the country, with online and in-person classes each semester that offer everything from foundation classes in dramatic structure to master classes in writing comedy. The certificate program not only focuses on helping you hone your craft, but will help professionalize your relationship to the theater industry.
The Dramatists Guild Institute Certificate in Dramatic Writing is a rigorous, 40-credit progressive curriculum designed to prepare playwrights, composers, lyricists, and librettists for fruitful careers as professional dramatists. Students call The Dramatists Guild Institute “invaluable,” “a godsend,” and “a forum unlike any other.” At the DGI they learn to:
Develop their craft via writing workshops/masterclasses, structural fundamental courses;
Understand the business of writing for the stage;
Position themselves as writers in the field by developing an individualized career path.