Voices in Your Head: Developing Characters for Radio Drama

Introduction

Characters are the heart of any story, and in radio drama, they take on an even greater significance. Without visual cues, listeners rely on the dialogue and sound effects to understand the characters and their motivations.

Creating Multi-Dimensional Characters

Learn how to create complex, multi-dimensional characters that feel real to your audience. This includes understanding their backgrounds, motivations, and desires, and how these elements influence their actions within your story.

Using Dialogue Effectively

Dialogue is a critical tool for character development in radio drama. Discover how to write dialogue that not only moves the plot forward but also reveals key aspects about your characters.

Voicing Your Characters

In radio drama, the voice of a character is their visual representation. Learn how to use vocal qualities such as pitch, tone, and accent to help your audience visualize your characters.

Keeping Characters Consistent

Consistency is key to maintaining believability in your characters. Explore strategies for ensuring your characters remain true to themselves throughout your story.