Short skits with casts of two to six players cover a wide variety of topics and drama styles, and students can direct and perform them themselves, either in the classroom or in a theatre setting. Orig
This new guidebook for the best in improvisation performance si a sequel to the best-selling book, "Truth in Comedy." It tells how to empower improvisation using the "yes" concept with improv perform
A how-to book of techniques fo rmaking costumes, accessories, props, and stage illusions from cast-off clothing and second-hand items. Includes detailed instructions, illustrations, and patterns.
The great acting teacher never wrote down the final version of his system, says Irina, but it has been passed down orally among actors and teachers in Russia. She acted, taught, and directed in her na
The games and exercises in this book are designed to be used as warm-ups at the beginning of a theatre class period. They have been used successfully with middle grade students and they can easily be
Tells how to assess dramatic performances and covers all drama terms and essentials about a career in theatre, includes, body movement, gesture, voice and interaction, improvisation and public speaki
Thirty-one great plays for teens' stage. A collection of teen-age take offs depict funny, everyday middle school dilemmas that are dramatized to make both the players and the audience laugh in recog
A detailed text covering all aspects of theatre. 15 chapters in 3 sections: 1. Theatre, Drama, and Place; 2. The Production; 3. Theatre History. This flexible text is easily adaptable for teaching an
Elaborating on his earlier work, Grammar Wars: 179 games and improvs for learning language arts , the author presents a method for grade school teachers to use in teaching children how to use languag
Ellis (theatre, Grand Valley State U.) presents 50 monologues from established and new playwrights that he feels would serve students well in competitive auditions, acting studio exercises, and other
Now a theater consultant after many years of teaching, Lord updates his handbook for teachers and students in high school and college theater departments from the 1978 and 1991 editions. He provides p
Compiles twelve plays for teenagers featuring young characters in a variety of settings and situations, and whose themes all deal with cultural conflict and understanding.
Includes over 140 theatre games varying in levels of aptitude for encouraging creativity, using such methods as improvisation and character development
"24 enriching, character-driven scenes. This entertaining collection of short plays will guide teens to make positive choices in their lives. Each selection presents a realistic scenario, followed by
