Comedy lives in the gap between what the audience expects to happen and what actually happens. A script about a bank robbery is standard; a script about a bank robbery where the thieves argue about their carbon footprint is comedy. 2. High Stakes, Low Scale

Fewer locations mean minimal production expenses.

: Use tools like WriterDuet or Celtx to ensure proper industry layout before saving as a PDF. 10 Minute & Short Plays - Jennie Webb

: Map out the jokes and the "button" (the final punchline).

: Create exaggerated or relatable personalities to drive the conflict.