The dead body found in the river has nothing to do with Todd. Sure, a murder is big news, but what would really interest him? A paying job. Then he meets Rat, who's already been to Vietnam. And when he offers Todd a gig at the drive-in theater, Todd takes it. But hanging out with Rat leads to a host of perplexing questions. More and more, that corpse from the river is on Todd's mind, and no matter how he shifts the pieces around, Rat is always part of the puzzle.

Like any other sixteen year old girl, Kiera Kipper dreams of being a Hollywood starlet-much to her parent's dismay. When she decides to run away, the independence and freedom that follow give her a chance to accomplish her acting dreams. She unexpectedly runs into Darius, a blind man with whom she forms an unusual bond, not unlike that between parent and child. After enduring life-changing hardships together, Darius and Kiera struggle through their overwhelming problems and learn to depend on each other. They learn to face their fears and find that dreams really do come true.

Do you or someone you know want to become a professional actor? If yes, then this is the book for you. One actor profiled in this text has become very famous Young people with an interest in theater will find this book full of information about how young performers got their start, how they handle school and their personal lives, how they study and work, and much more. Written by a professional actor, the book profiles a number of professional young performers on the live stage and encompasses many facets of theater-how to become qualified as a member of Actors' Equity, how auditions are handled, the different types of theater, and the functions each fills. From regional and community theater to dinner theater, from Broadway to off-Broadway, from summer stock to school plays, Walter Williamson brings deep personal knowledge to an intimate look at this entertaining and exciting art form. With appendixes, a glossary, and many photos, it will be eagerly sought by young aspirants to a career in acting.

"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.

Welcome to Paradise. Otherwise known as Laguna Beach. You've seen the backstabbing, betrayal, and small-town gossip set against the wealthy beachside paradise that is Laguna Beach, California. You've seen hook-ups, break-ups, screw-ups and make-ups -- and all just during two years of school. Now find out what life was like for the stars of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County before the hit MTV series. Think you know Kristin, Talan, Stephen, Taylor, LC, and their friends? Think again. You'll find out: How and when Stephen and LC hooked up and the "drama" that followed How Stephen and Kristin started dating Why Trey got interested in activism and politics How Lo learns that it's better to go to a party in Laguna Beach than to give one Talan's life as a pre-teen football star Taylor and Alex M.'s early fights over boys What their lives were like growing up What they all thought of each other when they first met, how their friendships formed, and more Packed with tons of exclusive material from embarrassing baby photos to first-kiss stories, here is everything you ever wanted to know about Laguna Beach's teen royalty.

Love, Honor and Cherish Until Marriage Do Us Part is the long awaited follow-up to So You Want To Be A Rock n' Roll Bride . It's for teens, young adults and anyone who loves stars. . What the admiration of her favorite males star says about her. . Preparing to travel in the social circles that lead to hanging out with her cherished star. . Introducing techniques to help teenage girls and young adult women get over the heartbreak of a favorite male star marriage. . Tips on getting show business careers, nonshow business careers, and how to write a job resume. . Plenty of entertaining stories about celebrities.

Lots of kids enjoy dancing, but what motivates them to push past the sore muscles, early-morning technique classes, and crazy schedule required to become a professional dancer? In this book, dancers from many backgrounds talk about their different paths to success in ballet, modern, jazz, Broadway, and hiphop.

They also share advice and helpful tips, such as: - Practice interpreting the music and the mood of a movement, even when you're doing a standard warm-up exercise.

- Try to be in the front row at auditions so you can see what's going on and so the judges know you're eager to be seen.

Scarlett Johansson captivated audiences as Marvel's Black Widow. With compelling images, fun facts, and an Inside Hollywood special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of Johansson's life, acting career, and experience playing Black Widow.

Brie Larson captivated audiences as Marvel's Captain Marvel. With compelling images, fun facts, and an Inside Hollywood special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of Larson's life, acting career, and experience playing Captain Marvel.

Zoe Saldana captivated audiences as Marvel's Gamora. With compelling images, fun facts, and an Inside Hollywood special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of Saldana's life, acting career, and experience playing Gamora.

Community Shakespeare Company Editions make Shakespeare's plays instantly accessible to everyone, from children through Shakespeare-shy adults. These unique performance scripts, developed in a youth theater company, inspire student actors and captivate their audiences. Award-winning playwright Richard Carter delivers the best of the Bard in original verse adaptation. CSC Editions represent a dynamic model that can be used in schools, clubs, camps, and communities worldwide. With nearly thirty years experience working with young people, Carter is Artistic Director of the Community Shakespeare Company.* Its mission: "to enrich young lives and cultivate community, with theater as the means and Shakespeare the inspiration."

(*www.communityshakespeare.org)

"This is to recommend Richard Carter with a full heart. We have enthusiastically shared many ideals and passions, especially regarding theatre by, with and for youngsters."

-Lenka Peterson O'Connor, author: "Kids Take The Stage" (Backstage Books)

"I take my theatre very seriously and I know what I am talking about when I say that we are indeed blessed to have Community Shakespeare in our midst."

-Kenneth W. Jenks: Director Emeritus, University of Utah Playwriting Program

"Having taught all over the world, I can imagine how excited teachers would be to have the opportunity to introduce a Shakespeare play to their students, knowing they would be able to grasp meaning and still retain the Shakespearian experience."

-Ann H. Goss: Retired International School Teacher

Test scores across the country show American students are far more able to read narrative than nonfiction text. Some research speculates this is due to a great lack in the background knowledge of many children. Librarians are beginning to realize that a unique fit for the school librarian is as a provider of background knowledge materials for teachers to use. Teachers are continually looking for an interesting, fun way to input content knowledge to build that background information that will help push up expository reading scores. Nonfiction readers theatre is one way to accomplish this. Professor Fredericks offers 30 short, nonfiction readers theatre plays for the young reader (grades 1-3) on topics ranging from Earth and natural science to community helpers, holidays, and government. All topics are tied to usual curriculum in the primary grades. Reading the plays will expose students to factual, curricular-related information in a fun way, as well as contributing to the student's ability to understand nonfiction text and read fluently. Each play offers an activity or science experiment and a list of further readings and/or references.

Discover adorable freckle-faced Tappi Shuffle as she tries everything under the sun to "make" her very own pair of tap shoes so she too can be like the famous "tippity tappity" dancers she saw on the "big stage." Tappi's determination leads her to Daddy's workshop, her baby brother's room and even Mommy's kitchen, only to find that nothing was working. Finally, Tappi's Mommy comes to the rescue and gives her a very special birthday "surprise."

Protecting journalists' sources confidentiality helps the press in fulfilling its watchdog function. Disclosing these sources in front of the courts of law serves the interests of the justice. This book analyzes the case law, the statutory instruments and the journalists' professional codes of conduct in United Kingdom, the European Court of Human Rights and the United States to see how these jurisdictions accommodate these two legitimate and competing interests. The book examines the theories behind the journalists' privilege, the procedural issues surrounding the matter and the scope of protection. This book will be of interest to lawyers, students, scholars, journalists and policy makers.

This comprehensive and insightful guide provides a theoretical understanding of the forms and functions of short films, from a variety of production contexts in this country and abroad. The guide establishes a conceptual approach to the analysis of short films and builds on this foundation to provide helpful advice for teachers and students who are producing their own short films. In addition to providing a framework for the production process, the guide demonstrates how practical work can be used to engage with key aspects of the Media and Film Studies curriculum. Contents include: Introduction - Assessment contexts, Rationale, Schemes of work; Background - history and development of the short film form; short film production - effective pre-production; production technologies; post-production; and finding an audience for short films - new possibilities in marketing and distribution. As with all the guides in this series, this title is supported by additional student materials on dedicated password accessible web pages.

This newly revised edition of the American Cinematographer Film Manual, edited by Stephen Burum, ASC, continues to be the standard, providing fully updated, comprehensive coverage of cinematography from production to post.

Community Shakespeare Company Editions make Shakespeare's plays instantly accessible to everyone, from children through Shakespeare-shy adults. These unique performance scripts, developed in a youth theater company, inspire student actors and captivate their audiences. Award-winning playwright Richard Carter delivers the best of the Bard in original verse adaptation. CSC Editions represent a dynamic model that can be used in schools, clubs, camps, and communities worldwide. With nearly thirty years experience working with young people, Carter is Artistic Director of the Community Shakespeare Company.* Its mission: "to enrich young lives and cultivate community, with theater as the means and Shakespeare the inspiration."
(*www.communityshakespeare.org)

"This is to recommend Richard Carter with a full heart. We have enthusiastically shared many ideals and passions, especially regarding theatre by, with and for youngsters."
-Lenka Peterson O'Connor, author: "Kids Take The Stage" (Backstage Books)

"I take my theatre very seriously and I know what I am talking about when I say that we are indeed blessed to have Community Shakespeare in our midst."
-Kenneth W. Jenks: Director Emeritus,
University of Utah Playwriting Program

"Having taught all over the world, I can imagine how excited teachers would be to have the opportunity to introduce a Shakespeare play to their students, knowing they would be able to grasp meaning and still retain the Shakespearian experience."
-Ann H. Goss: Retired International School Teacher

Community Shakespeare Company Editions make Shakespeare's plays instantly accessible to everyone, from children through Shakespeare-shy adults. These unique performance scripts, developed in a youth theater company, inspire student actors and captivate their audiences. Award-winning playwright Richard Carter delivers the best of the Bard in original verse adaptation. CSC Editions represent a dynamic model that can be used in schools, clubs, camps, and communities worldwide. With nearly thirty years experience working with young people, Carter is Artistic Director of the Community Shakespeare Company.* Its mission: "to enrich young lives and cultivate community, with theater as the means and Shakespeare the inspiration."
(*www.communityshakespeare.org)

"This is to recommend Richard Carter with a full heart. We have enthusiastically shared many ideals and passions, especially regarding theatre by, with and for youngsters."
-Lenka Peterson O'Connor, author: "Kids Take The Stage" (Backstage Books)

"I take my theatre very seriously and I know what I am talking about when I say that we are indeed blessed to have Community Shakespeare in our midst."
-Kenneth W. Jenks: Director Emeritus,
University of Utah Playwriting Program

"Having taught all over the world, I can imagine how excited teachers would be to have the opportunity to introduce a Shakespeare play to their students, knowing they would be able to grasp meaning and still retain the Shakespearian experience."
-Ann H. Goss: Retired International School Teacher