In the vast world of storytelling, dialogue is a magical bridge between characters and the audience, bringing narratives to life with emotions, wit, and depth. Whether it’s a heartfelt confession, a heated argument, or a humorous exchange, compelling dialogue is the heartbeat of a screenplay.

Workshopping your script with friends is a fantastic way to gain valuable feedback, refine your storytelling, and breathe life into your characters. Collaborating with a trusted group of fellow writers or enthusiasts can help you see your script from fresh perspectives and identify areas for improvement. 

I’m a road trip addict, and many of my USA road trips have been based around music scenes. I started heading to the obvious music mechas of Memphis, Nashville, and New Orleans. I’ve been to the punk bars of New York, the rock scene of L.A., visited Motown, and the Chicago Blue bars, I felt like I’d seen it all, but I soon realised I’d barely scratched the surface.

I visited Cuba for the first time in 2017. I arrived having done a lot of research, but surprisingly it was very different from what I expected in many ways. It’s such a unique country and culture; getting your head around what to expect is tough if you’ve never been there. For all the research I’d done, I found that the images and preconceptions I carried were filled with misunderstandings and misconceptions.