A beginner’s theatre handbook for young actors
Theatre is a tremendous way to enhance anyone’s naturally creative spirit. This fully illustrated textbook is a must for young would-be thespians to discover the basics of theatre. The book covers a broad array of topics — scripting, casting, staging, sets and scenery, props, costumes, and makeup — as well as the basics of backstage and technical elements. Containing everything a young actor needs to get a running start in the world of theatre, this text is loaded with creative activities which can be done as individual projects or collectively to form a show.
(176 pages, 8½ x 11, paperback)
A beginner’s DVD theatre workshop for young actors
The DVD serves either as a complement to the text or as a stand-alone resource. Divided into sections — Creating a Show, What Is a Show?, Rehearsals, Sets, Props, Costumes, Makeup, The Show, Favorites, and more — each topic is demonstrated for quick and easy comprehension of theatre essentials and will hold the attention of even the youngest thespians.
(DVD, approx. 75 minutes)
Parts available
Theatre is a tremendous way to enhance anyone’s naturally creative spirit. This fully illustrated textbook is a must for young would-be thespians to discover the basics of theatre. The book covers a broad array of topics — scripting, casting, staging, sets and scenery, props, costumes, and makeup — as well as the basics of backstage and technical elements. Containing everything a young actor needs to get a running start in the world of theatre, this text is loaded with creative activities which can be done as individual projects or collectively to form a show.
(176 pages, 8½ x 11, paperback)
A beginner’s DVD theatre workshop for young actors
The DVD serves either as a complement to the text or as a stand-alone resource. Divided into sections — Creating a Show, What Is a Show?, Rehearsals, Sets, Props, Costumes, Makeup, The Show, Favorites, and more — each topic is demonstrated for quick and easy comprehension of theatre essentials and will hold the attention of even the youngest thespians.
(DVD, approx. 75 minutes)
Parts available
Textbook | 978-1-56608-052-1 | $19.95 |