Everything about Theatre

By Robert L. Lee

Book Overview

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 "family album" sections are chapters on acting, improvisation, makeup, lighting, props, costumes and more. Each craft is described with examples, illustrations, and hands-on exercises where appropriate. To guide any director or teacher in introducing students to theatre, this is an incredibly comprehensive survey of the arts and crafts of the stage.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1566080193
• ISBN13: 9781566080194
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Meriwether Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 14 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 9 and higher

Customer Reviews

Wonderful Overview

This book covers everything! It has chapters on the history of theater, the terminology of theater, acting, lighting, scenic design and painting, makeup, costumes, directing, and practically everything else. It's clear and easy to read and doesn't talk down to students. There are suggested exercises at the end of each chapter, but I've never used them. The reason I'm not giving 'Everything About Theater!' five stars is that, since it is an overview of everything, it doesn't go in to depth. Of course, it takes a lifetime to fully learn many things about theater. This book is a wonderful introduction!