A dramaturge is someone who specializes in the literary aspect of theater. However, there are various synonyms that can be used to describe such an individual. Some of these synonyms include a playwright, a scriptwriter, a screenwriter, a author and a librettist. These words are often used interchangeably to describe individuals who work in the entertainment industry and are responsible for creating the written material that is used in various productions. While each of these words has slightly different connotations, they all generally refer to someone who is skilled at developing and crafting written works that are designed to be performed on stage, screen or other mediums.