Development / pilots Page 2
Your comedy script: Why now?
- Friday 27th September 2024
Your script should provide an answer to the question, "Why now?".
BCG Pro Sessions video: Michelle Farr-Scott
- Friday 13th September 2024
Watch back the Zoom session we conducted with TV producer Michelle Farr-Scott. Topics include the best way to approach a producer with a project idea and the challenges of making television comedy.
Ever decreasing circles
- Monday 9th September 2024
We explore the concept of "circling in" on a script or idea. It's a natural part of the process of creating a comedy project.
Laughs for sale
- Thursday 5th September 2024
The process of selling a sitcom can seem opaque. We shine some light on it.
Stand Up: The Gameshow - The Aftermath
- Thursday 29th August 2024
Freelance producer Bob Fletcher reflects on his experience staging a live comedy pilot.
Self-staging: Can you pilot your own TV show?
- Thursday 8th August 2024
Freelance producer Bob Fletcher discusses staging a no-budget live comedy pilot.
The C word: Copyright in comedy
- Tuesday 21st May 2024
New writers often worry about copyrighting their idea. But should they?
Contacting producers: The waiting game
- Tuesday 14th May 2024
How long should you wait before chasing a producer?
The Comedy Doctor on titles
- Tuesday 7th May 2024
The Comedy Doctor answers a question from a member wondering how to pick a title for their script.
Me, me, me: How much of yourself should you pour into your scripts?
- Wednesday 24th April 2024
Working up a show rooted directly in your experience of life can be wise.