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Writing Plays
You can play all kinds of things: music, games, sports, and even characters (in theater). All of these ways to play carry a theme of fun. In fact, the Middle Dutch root of play is pleien, which means, “Leap and dance for joy.” So, whether you are acting in skits with your friends or watching a serious sword fight in Romeo and Juliet, remember to have fun!
This chapter shows you how to write your own play. When you finish, you can publish your work by gathering friends to put on a show!