A talk with John Godber

New writing is often associated with big political ideas or heavy emotional settings - but comedy has always been one of British theatre's most beloved forms, and can be challenging and vital too.

In this insightful talk, John Godber shares how he crafts stories, characters and situations that make audiences laugh. From building comic structure to landing the perfect gag, we'll explore how humour can often reveal just as much as tragedy.

About John Godber

John Godber was born in Upton, a mining village in West Yorkshire. Educated at Bretton Hall College and Leeds University, he has become well known as a playwright, having won BAFTAs, Olivier Awards, Los Angeles Drama Critics Awards, Edinburgh Fringe Firsts and the Yorkshire Arts Personality of the Year Award. He has written for theatre, film and TV and was awarded an OBE for his services to the arts in 2018. He lives near the Humber Bridge.

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