What People Are Saying
“Paddy has helped me fix up two plays recently - he's a joy to work with and gave me loads of support, advice and encouragement to develop both scripts. He reads with great sensitivity and insight and has deep knowledge of how to craft a compelling story; his detailed and perceptive feedback was a gift when I was in the process of redrafting my shows.”
— Claire
“Paddy's notes on my script were incredibly insightful, constructive and helpful. He really took time to think about my script and engage with its characters and themes. This has helped me a lot in approaching my redraft. I would love to work with him again in the future!.”
— Alex
“Conway McDermott was an incredible help as I took my play ‘Four Funerals and a Fairy’ from a short-play to a full One Act Play that was produced by To Bee Productions and directed by a West-End, award nominated, director. Without Conway’s guidance in story, plot and character, as well as how to develop and focus my voice within the piece, the play would have died at that stage. They are brilliant at knowing when to motivate a writer, how to do that whilst giving well-balanced yet specific critiques and feedback, and how to push a piece to the next level. This, from past experiences, is rare to find.
— Joshua
“The sessions with Paddy are so helpful. He's smart, insightful, generous and has a lovely laugh. I always come off my Zoom sessions with him excited and eager to get back to my play. That's a very good sign!”
— Kathy
“Paddy helped me with two drafts of a new play, and his advice and encouragement was invaluable. I would absolutely love to work with him again, and would recommend him to anyone stuck on a tricky draft of a script who is looking for an outside perspective.”
— Caitlin
“The feedback Conway gave me on my play was detailed, considered and comprehensive. Their approach to dramaturgy centres the writer's needs and values, digging deep into the minutiae of the story and its characters, whilst always keeping an eye on the bigger picture of the play and - crucially - the audience. Conway is a genuinely lovely person to work with, they are willing to change up their approach depending on what you find useful, and their references and tastes are expansive!
— Billie
“I went from a blank page to a full play under the guidance of Paddy....he provided me with regular support, constructive feedback and most importantly he challenged me with realistic deadlines to work toward...he never let me lose confidence in my ideas...he always wants you to write the best play possible...work with him if you can.’
— Saphena