Deep Dive: Writing for Soap

Deep Dive: Writing for Soap

Monday, 16 June, 2025
1pm - 2pm

Location

RTS Zoom Online
United Kingdom
RTS Futures
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Soaps remain the biggest storytellers on British television. With a big cast, relentless volume, and a format that never ends, keeping audiences engaged week after week is no easy feat.

So how do the writers do it? In this session, we’ll take a peek behind the Coronation Street curtain to uncover the secrets of writing for one of Britain’s most iconic soaps.What’s the writing process like?

How are stories shaped across episodes and teams? And how do writers build careers in this fast-paced, high-stakes environment?

Our panel of industry insiders will share how they broke into the world of soap, what it’s really like putting words into iconic characters' mouths, and why writing for continuing drama is one of the most creatively challenging and rewarding jobs in TV.

This event is for anyone curious about the craft of soap writing and what it takes to make it in the world of continuing drama.

Panellists:

Panellists to be announced shortly. 

Hosted by Patrick Talbot, Series Producer, The British Soap Awards

This is a free RTS Futures virtual event.

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