Written specifically for GCSE students by academics in the field, the Methuen Drama GCSE Guides conveniently gather indispensable resources and tips for successful understanding and writing all in one place, preparing students to approach their exams with confidence. Key features include a critical commentary of the play with extensive, clearly labelled analyses on themes, characters and context. They take studying drama even further with sections on dramatic technique, critical reception, related works, fascinating behind-the-scenes interviews with playwrights, directors or actors, and a helpful glossary of dramatic terms. In Simon Stephens's multi-award-winning stage adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, based on Mark Haddon's novel, Christopher's investigation into the death of the neighbour's dog tears his world apart and confronts him with the struggle to survive when everything feels foreign. Carefully following the requirements of GCSE English Literature assessment objectives, these studies include expert advice on how to write about modern drama. With featured activities for group study and independent work, they are versatile and valuable to students and teachers alike.

"Film Editing" provides an introduction to the craft of editing in the non-silent film. In clear and accessible language, Valerie Orpen considers editing as an expressive strategy rather than a mere technique. She reveals that editing can be approached and studied in a similar way to other aspects of film. Traditionally, studies on editing or montage tend to focus on silent cinema, yet this book claims that an examination of editing should also consider the role of the soundtrack. The aim of "Film Editing" is to examine the way in which editing can make meaning. The book addresses editing as part of a wider context and as a crucial element of the overarching design and vision of a film. Consequently, this book incorporates other parameters, such as mise-en-sc?ne, framing, sound, genre, history, and performance. By examining a number of mainstream and art films, such as Godard's "A bout de souffle," Hitchcock's "Rear Window," and Scorsese's "Raging Bull, Film Editing" seeks to dispel the notion that editing is necessarily polarized as continuity versus discontinuity.

Following on from the 50th anniversary of the birth of Theatre in Education in Britain in 2015, this is an essential and timely companion to the story of TIE. It contextualizes it within the political and educational landscape of the last fifty years and examines its legacy today. Through this, Roger Wooster offers insights into future possibilities and applications in the field of Applied Theatre, drama in schools and pedagogical theory. With examples and analysis of international developments in TIE, and a foreword by Philip Taylor (NYU, USA), the volume provides a wide-ranging account of past and current practice. Across its three sections the volume examines the origins, work and legacy of TIE, considering for the first time its practical details. Each section features an Afterword by a leading practitioner reflecting on the work (including Warwick Dobson, Chris Vine and Anthony Jackson), and chapters draw on case studies and interviews with key practitioners. Chapter summaries and a companion website further enhance the text as a valuable teaching resource for theatre educators.

Drama provides a powerful teaching tool for children to internalise and comprehend deeply what they learn more broadly at school. In Waldorf schools, lesson-informed drama makes up an integral part of the curriculum. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of theatre used in teaching for the enrichment of lessons and the health of a class. From his long and rich experience, Arthur Pittis offers a well-written and comprehensive description of how plays can be chosen, cast, costumed, staged, rehearsed and performed in any class. With thorough referencing and careful attention to possible pitfalls, he demonstrates how to enjoy drama as a teaching lynch pin. The book includes original and adaptable plays for a range of levels as well as resources for finding further appropriate plays which will enliven a joy of learning in school.

The Divergent series is delighting the world with its epic of Tris and Four struggling through revolutions to create a better world. But there are deeper meanings and symbols beneath the surface. Why is it fitting that teens numbered three and four should remake the world? How many Biblical references appear? Why are ravens and crows such popular symbols? And what themes and images does this series share with The Hunger Games and all the other dystopias, past and present? Today's groundbreaking studies in brain chemistry and psychology tests merge with a frightening future in the recognizable ruins of Chicago. As Tris becomes a warrior woman on the classic heroine's journey, she discovers the deeper truths of the five Factions, and in so doing, the deeper truths of herself. What these truths are, clever fans can discover through close analysis of the trilogy.

a children's tale about a, six year old that dosen't seem to know how to stay out of trouble or causing confusion with her smart mouth and snappy attitude

Something strange was afoot. In fact, feet is where this story begins. Bogey is determined to be crowned Carpet Slipper Champion but someone or something has other ideas. Who is stealing slippers in the dead of night? Where are people disappearing too? And can Smell's new found powers save Fluff from certain doom? Bogey's questions will only be answered if he dares to follow those slippers.

Despite his vast wealth Scrooge is a miserable and mean spirited man. He is infamous for his devious dealings, uncharitable nature and his hatred for anything related to Christmas. However, during a visit from his deceased business partner, Jacob Marley, Scrooge is informed he must accompany three ghosts on a life-changing journey to face his past misdemeanors. Over the space of one night Scrooge is forced to face up to his past and present, as well as glimpse what his future may look like should he continue in his cruel and heartless ways. Performed in one act, this interpretation of A Christmas Carol is set in the modern day and features much of the original narrative and characters from the Charles Dickens novel as well as several new names, places and scenes.

Instruction manual for young filmmakers. It covers the basics from writing to filming and from filming to editing.