Jeffrey Hatcher knows the nuts and bolts of writing for the theater. Here, he shares his views on it all--from building tension and plotting a scene, right down to moving a character from one side of the stage to the other. From crafting an intriguing beginning to delivering a satisfying ending.In Hatchers one-on-one discussions with acclaimed American playwrights Lee Blessing, Marsha Norman and Jose Rivera, youll find a wealth of practical advice, tricks of the trade and insight that will help you in your own creative efforts.