How Do You Avoid Expositional Dialogue In Plays?
When writing a play, the writer has to reveal certain background information for the characters, plots and locations in the play. This is exposition. Expositional dialogue comes right out and states what the background information is. Changing lines and giving the expositional information in different ways helps the play move along smoothly and be more active. Decide what exposition information the audience needs to know. Do not give the audience too much or too little background information. Tell the plot to someone else. Let them ask you questions about the characters’ backstories. Listen to what they ask you about. Place your characters into situations where there is action and dialogue. For example, if the characters are old friends getting back together, don’t say “You are my oldest friend. I am glad we got together.” Instead, include moments where they have fun together. Include ages and information that lead the audience to understand the relationship. Use sound effects. Include
