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Problem

Title of the Scene: "Shadows of the Past"

Main Idea/Plot/Conflict: A renowned playwright, haunted by a traumatic event from his past, struggles to find inspiration for his next masterpiece. As he delves deeper into his memories, he must confront the truth and find redemption.

Protagonist Name: Benjamin Hartley

Description of Protagonist and Personality: Benjamin Hartley is a middle-aged playwright who was once celebrated for his brilliant works but has been living in the shadows ever since the tragic death of his wife. He is tormented by guilt and haunted by his past, leading to a reclusive and brooding personality.

Antagonist or Villain: The Ghost of his Wife

Supporting Character(s):

I. Emily Thompson: A young and aspiring actress who becomes Benjamin's muse and love interest. She is determined and passionate about her craft, serving as a source of inspiration and support.

II. Samuel Lewis: Benjamin's loyal but aging assistant and confidant. He provides comic relief and acts as a voice of reason throughout the play.

III. Michael Collins: A renowned theater director who believes in Benjamin's talent and encourages him to overcome his inner demons.
How will your protagonist grow/change from what happens in the story?: Through the exploration of his memories and the confrontation with the ghost of his wife, Benjamin will learn to forgive himself and let go of his guilt. He will regain his artistic inspiration and find a renewed purpose in creating meaningful theater.

Setting: A dilapidated Victorian-era theater that was once grand but has fallen into disrepair. The stage is cluttered with old props and set pieces, covered in dust and cobwebs.

Items in the setting:

I. Tattered theater scripts scattered across a desk.
II. Broken theater seats, covered with torn velvet.
III. Dimly lit chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, casting eerie shadows.
IV. A dusty grand piano in the corner of the stage.

Props needed:

I. Costumes and masks representing different characters from Benjamin's past.
II. A projection screen or backdrop to display memories and flashbacks.
III. Sound effects to create an atmospheric and haunting ambiance.

Plot problem or conflict: Benjamin's creative well has run dry, and he is unable to write a compelling play. He is haunted by the memory of his wife's death and feels responsible for it. This internal conflict prevents him from moving forward and finding new inspiration.

How will the problem or conflict be resolved?: As Benjamin delves into his memories and interacts with the ghost of his wife, he slowly uncovers the truth about the events leading to her death. Through this cathartic process, he confronts his guilt and forgives himself. Benjamin's newfound redemption and closure allow him to find his creative voice once again, resulting in a powerful and emotionally charged play that captivates audiences.Based on this play, write a script for this play that meet this expectetions Is your script between five and ten pages long? * Does it include at least two characters and no more than five? * Does it include some kind of exposition, a conflict, rising action, climax, and possibly falling action? * Does your protagonist (and possibly other characters) grow and change because of events in the story? * Does your script include effective and natural sounding dialogue? * Does it show understanding of scenes, and the function they perform in the play? * Is everything spelled correctly? * Do you have a title page?