Narrative Comedy Themes

Every TV comedy needs a theme or what is known in feature-film development as a ‘controlling idea’. This inspires a show’s moral framework, the subtextual message that drives the show. Once you’ve had some initial thoughts about a project, take the time to identify your narrative comedy theme. Often this is implicit in the show’s…

How To Get On Reality TV Shows

Want to win big bucks & get famous? Try reality television. What could go wrong (apart from the inevitable)? To audition for most reality shows, you will have to make a three-minute home-DVD about yourself. Let me tell you how. What should I do first? Ignore your instincts. If they have driven you to audition…