Norm Foster – Playwright

Project Requests

Norm Foster, one of Canada’s most celebrated playwrights, sought a modern, engaging platform to showcase his extensive body of work. The new website will serve as a digital stage, displaying his plays and offering audiences a glimpse into the man behind the writing. The design will reflect the humor and wit that Foster is known for, while providing a user-friendly experience for theatre enthusiasts and professionals alike.

The project will focus on creating an intuitive layout that highlights Foster’s numerous plays, complete with detailed descriptions and production information. In addition to his works, the site will feature a biography section that shares Foster’s journey as a playwright and his contributions to the Canadian theatre landscape. The goal is to build a dynamic, visually appealing space that truly captures the essence of Norm Foster’s remarkable career.

Website:

Date :

20241018

Budget :

$1200

Services :

Web Design

Final Project

The website project for Norm Foster has been successfully finalized, exceeding the expectations outlined by the esteemed Canadian playwright. The primary aim was to design a contemporary, engaging site that not only highlights his vast collection of plays but also provides a window into his distinguished career in theatre.

The site features a sleek, user-friendly design that makes it simple for visitors to browse through Foster’s works, with detailed descriptions and production information for each play. One standout element is the curated play archive, visually capturing the breadth of his work and making it accessible to a wide audience. Additionally, the site includes a personalized biography section that delves into Foster’s achievements and his impact on the theatrical world.

The website is fully optimized for all devices, offering flawless performance on both mobile and desktop. To boost Foster’s visibility, we implemented strong SEO strategies, targeting key phrases to connect with theatre companies and fans interested in his plays. The site also features an easy-to-use contact form, enabling inquiries for production rights or other opportunities.

All in all, the project was delivered on time and within budget, resulting in a polished digital platform that represents Norm Foster’s influential career. The new website strengthens his online presence, opening doors for continued acclaim and engagement in the theatre community.

"I used DW Designs recently to design a new website for me. I am a Canadian playwright and I needed a website to get information about myself and my plays out to the public. I was told about DW Designs, and the designer, David Webb, by a friend. I contacted David and told him what I was looking for. He got back to me a few days later with an original ‘test’ website that he had designed for me. I liked the look of it very much, so then I sent him the information about my plays and he put all of that information onto the website. He also secured the domain name, normfoster.ca, for me. He did all of the work for me, which is what I wanted. I didn’t want to have to put much effort into the website myself, beyond supplying David Webb with the content. I was very pleased with the finished product and I would recommend DW Designs to anyone looking for a website designer."

- Norm Foster - O.C., Playwright

The website redesign process involves the following steps:

Our website redesign process is crafted to enhance user experience, improve functionality, and modernize your online presence. We start by understanding your business goals, target audience, and current site performance, ensuring that every redesign decision aligns with your specific needs and objectives.

Our four-step process includes discovery, design, development, and testing. In the discovery phase, we gather insights to shape the redesign strategy. During the design phase, we create visually compelling layouts. Development brings the design to life with optimized coding, and testing ensures functionality before launch.

01. Discovery : This phase involves gathering information about the client’s needs and requirements, as well as researching the target audience, competitors, and industry trends. The designer should also determine the website’s goals, scope, and desired features.

02. Planning : In this stage, the designer develops a sitemap or a structure of the website, outlining the pages, content, and navigation. The designer also creates wireframes, which are low-fidelity, simple visual representations of the website’s layout, to test and refine the website’s user experience.

03. Design : The designer creates high-fidelity mockups that reflect the website’s visual design, such as color scheme, typography, and imagery. The designer should also consider accessibility, responsiveness, and performance during this phase.

04. Development : In this phase, the website’s code is written and implemented. This stage also involves testing the website’s functionality, user experience, and compatibility across devices and browsers.