The purpose of a high school drama or theatre arts program is to introduce students to as many aspects of drama as possible, to allow them to experience for themselves the diversity and excitement of theatre and to encourage them to develop the love of theatre which is necessary for the successful production of a play at any level. So here it is, all in one book-a complete overview of all aspects of theatre The history, the crafts and the art of the stage are presented in eighteen easy-to-understand units. Theatre history in four parts gives the text an orderly structure. Between these...

Comedy relies upon exaggeration, incongruity, automatism, character inconsistency, surprise and derision. This work contains 22 one-act plays and sketches demonstrating comedy techniques suitable for student actors. It covers comedy genres such as absurdism, tragicomedy, farce and melodrama.

The search for professional audition length material never ends. Now, a new collection of character monologs from an established New York City playwright known for his uniquely original dramatic work. A winning stage audition depends on the material used as well as the actor's talent. The wide variety of characterizations in this drama book offer many choices for male and female actors seeking challenging new roles. They range from gritty, real life drama to comedy. Over forty monologs for auditions, contests, and acting practice.

This teacher's handbook contains 140 theatre games that aim to stimulate creativity in performers of all ages. Split into 12 units, it covers group orientation, trust, warming up, developing the senses, co-ordination and interaction, sensitivity and communication, and characters and stories.