The Dictionary of Lost Words: Dr. Verity Laughton and the transformation of novel to stage play

Join Dr. Verity Laughton in conversation with author Bronwyn Tilley from Writers SA as they delve into Verity's creative process of transforming Pip Williams' best-selling novel, The Dictionary of Lost Words, into a play script for the State Theatre Company of South Australia. 

Discover the creative journey behind this adaptation, which premiered to a sold-out season in 2023. Writers and literature enthusiasts will find inspiration and insight in this engaging discussion. Don't miss the chance to learn from the expertise of an acclaimed South Australian playwright.

Dr Verity Laughton is a South-Australian-based playwright. Her work has been produced throughout Australia and at a range of venues internationally. Known for her versatility, she has written mainstage drama, works for children, a musical, a number of adaptations, a range of pieces for puppets large and small, for dance, for radio, and the screen.

Bronwyn Tilley (writing as Bronwyn Stuart) is a multi-published award-winning author of 21 novels, novellas and short stories in both contemporary and historical romantic fiction, traditionally published and self-published. She is an advocate for fair deals for authors and a font of knowledge about the literary industry both here in Australia and overseas.

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