Fascinating Characters
by Michael B. Druxman on 06/07/14
June 9, 2014
I'm moving closer to begin the actual writing of my new play, the subject of which I have yet to reveal. I just have one more book to read, and then I will begin the hard work.
I can tell you that this, unlike most of my other plays which were monologues, will involve five (5) characters, all well-known stars of one degree or another. I've been reading biographies and autobiographies of all these people. My frustration is that all of these performers were fascinating characters and could be the subjects of their own plays, but in my work, four are in support of one central character, a MAJOR star of stage and screen.
On another subject: This past week, an aspiring writer hired me to critique his screenplay. I enjoy doing what is, essentially, story editing. I will be reporting back to this fellow with my suggestions early this week.
HAIL ON THE CHIEF! continues to sell will as an audio book, and my play, B MOVIE, is doing quite well in its paperback sales. If you enjoy stories about Hollywood scandals, you should really read that one. It's had some nice write-ups on-line the past couple of weeks.
I am currently in discussions with an actress to record an audio version of my Carole Lombard play. But, I'm not going to talk any more about that until we're further along with the project.
You have a creative week.
Michael
