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.