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Books > Children's & Educational > The arts > Performing arts
It is a story of a troubled young teenager growing up poor in
Seattle, Washington. He finds himself engulfed in a dysfunctional
family with a hustler father, mother strung out on drugs, domestic
violence, guns, and the lure of gangs. Many teens live under
similar conditions that lead them to abusing drugs, violence, and
mistrusting adults. But what happens when the only person who loves
you suddenly up and dies? Alrick Hollingsworth's story reflects the
day-to-day life of impoverished at-risk American teenagers; who
truly come to believe, they are stuck in this world all alone
"Early Cinema: From Factory Gate to Film Factory" explores the
period 1895 to 1914 when cinema established itself as the leading
form of visual culture among rapidly expanding global media,
emerging from a rich tradition of scientific, economic,
entertainment and educational practices and quickly developing as a
worldwide institution. This book introduces the student to the
study of cinema as a series of aesthetic, technological, cultural,
ideological and economic debates while exploring new and
challenging approaches to the subject. It is divided into thematic
sections, each dealing with a broad topic and making use of the
latest research in this field presenting both critical and
practical advice for the student through a series of case studies.
Use the wooden stylus to reveal hidden scenes in this third Harry
Potter Scratch Magic book! Scenes are all about fighting Dark
forces in Harry's world (such as Dementors, Severus Snape, and even
You-Know-Who himself!). Fight Dark forces with Harry, Ron and
Hermione in this interactive scratch art book. By using a wooden
stylus, scratch the pages to draw your Patronus, learn how to
defeat Boggarts and discover how Lord Voldemort's Horcruxes were
destroyed. This fun and interactive Scratch Magic book comes with a
wooden stylus. Includes tons of fun activities and drawing prompts,
film-inspired Harry Potter art and 20 bonus notebook pages at the
end. This book provides hours of fun and is the perfect gift for
any Harry Potter fan.
When she first became interested in using puppets in library
programs, Jean Pollock discovered there were few interesting
scripts suitable for amateur puppeteers that were appropriate for
performance in library and school settings. She decided to write
plays taking into account the puppet collection available, the time
available for rehearsal and performance, and limited puppeteering
skills. The plays acknowledge that children know what is funny and
what is not, appreciate and use witticisms, and have the
sophistication to follow a plot and participate in the joy of
creating an illusion. Playful and fast-paced, the scripts are
simple enough to be suitable for young audiences, while the humor
and interaction between puppets and the audience will extend the
appeal to older children as well. Each play is supported with
useful production notes, program building notes to adapt the plays
for classroom and library use, and a bibliography listing books and
media that can be used to develop a study unit or program around
the play.
In this book Mark Wheeller reflects on his ongoing career as a
secondary school drama teacher after 30 years in the profession.
The book is interspersed with some fascinating biographical detail
which will make this an interesting read and a useful resource for
both those already familiar with Mark Wheeller's output, and those
discovering his work for the first time. Drama Schemes also
features a section in which Mark discusses the crucial role of the
much-maligned school production. Throught this chapter he shows how
he developed many of his plays, which have become staple parts of
the curriculum, both in the UK and overseas. Two of the schemes
also focus on his use of drama across the curriculum, including his
growing admiration for the Mantel of the Expert system of learning.
In "Julius Caesar," Rome serves as the setting for a tragic tale of
betrayal, murder, and vengance.
Bring your drama lessons to life and engage the most unlikely of
thespians using ideas from this updated title in the popular 100
ideas series! Drama is a key subject for getting students to
express themselves creatively as well as helping them to improve
communication skills across the curriculum. Using his wealth of
experience teaching drama in secondary schools, Johnnie Young has
out together 100 tried and tested activities and strategies for
implementing a full drama teaching programme in your school.
Suggestions for bringing Shakespeare's plays to life, advice on
improving storytelling and engaging cross-curricular activities are
just a few of the areas covered. Each idea includes the learning
aim of the activity so you can assess progress and map the ideas to
your schemes of work, and there are practical teaching tips and
taking it further ideas throughout the book. Johnnie also offers
drama-specific behaviour management tips - another area he
specialises in - to help you ensure you stay in control of even the
most rambunctious class! The book is a must for all secondary drama
teachers - and indeed anyone wanting to inject some drama into
their lessons!
Discover the fascinating stories of the bold and brave women in
Shakespeare's plays. Stories of twelve of Shakespeare's courageous,
strong-willed and determined characters are brought to life with
Becca Stadtlander's rich and evocative illustrations. Celebrate
these incredible women with this beautiful gift book, the perfect
way to get children fascinated by Shakespeare and inspired by his
work. Featuring: Titania, Cleopatra, Rosalind, Margaret of Anjou,
Cordelia, Lady Macbeth, Beatrice, Juliet, Portia, Mistress Ford and
Mistress Page, Miranda, Viola.
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.
For younger readers, this storybook offers a first tast of Lyra's
incredible world as depicted in the movie. The book sets the scene
of the story, and highlights key sequences with fantastic movie
images and clear, simple text.
Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved--and
frightening!--characters of our time. Find out how Dracula--a
smooth-talking count with a dark secret--became the infamous
creature we all know and fear. From appearances in films and
animated features to interpretations as a Muppet and breakfast
cereal mascot, Dracula has been the inspiration for many other
fictional vampires and is now an established figure in pop culture.
Created by Bram Stoker in his 1897 Gothic horror novel, Count
Dracula is a nobleman who uses his powers as a vampire to dominate
his victims. Even though Dracula didn't succeed in the novel, the
fictional character has lived on to dominate the real world as one
of its most popular supernatural villains. Author Michael Burgan
explores Dracula's mysterious origins in the historical figures who
might have shaped the character, as well as the films and actors
that cemented Dracula's place in cinematic history.
Determination meets dance in this prizewinning and New York Times
bestselling memoir by the history-making ballerina Misty Copeland,
vividly recounting the story of her journey to become the first
African American female principal ballerina at the prestigious
American Ballet Theatre. When she first placed her hands on the
barre at an after-school community center, no one expected
thirteen-year-old Misty Copeland to become one of America's most
groundbreaking dancers. A true prodigy, she was attempting in
months roles that take most dancers years to master. But when Misty
became caught between the control and comfort she found in the
world of ballet and the harsh realities of her own life, she had to
choose to embrace both her identity and her dreams, and find the
courage to be one of a kind. With an insider's passion, Misty opens
a window into the life of an artist who lives life center stage,
from behind the scenes at her first classes to her triumphant roles
in some of the world's most iconic ballets. A sensational memoir as
"sensitive" and "clear-eyed" (The Washington Post) as her dancing,
Life in Motion is a story of passion, identity, and grace for
anyone who has dared to dream of a different life.
The FAB opening theme from the classic 60s cult children's
programme is arranged here for piano solo.
5....4....3....2....1.....THUNDERBIRDS ARE GO!
In his thirteenth year, Will Sparrow, liar and thief, becomes a
runaway. On the road, he encounters a series of con artists--a
pickpocket, a tooth puller, a pig trainer, a conjurer--and learns
that others are more adept than he at lying and thieving. Then he
reluctantly joins a traveling troupe of "oddities," including a
dwarf and a cat-faced girl, holding himself apart from the
"monsters" and resolving to be on guard against further deceptions.
At last Will is forced to understand that appearances are
misleading and that he has been his own worst deceiver. The rowdy
world of market fairs in Elizabethan England is the colorful
backdrop for Newbery medalist Cushman's new comic masterpiece.
When Kay Harker meets a mysterious Punch and Judy man on his way
home for Christmas, he little realizes that he is about to be
plunged into adventure. The old man entrusts Kay with a strange
puzzle box - the Box of Delights - before suddenly disappearing.
Kay soon discovers two things: the box can transport him through
time and space, and there is a plot to steal it. He must battle
heroically against terrifying forces of evil in order to win the
day... This thrilling BBC Radio adaptation boasts a stellar cast,
including Donald Sinden, Lionel Jeffries, Spike Milligan and Celia
Imrie. 3 CDs. 3 hrs.
The State of the Art: Teaching Drama in the 21st Century presents
cutting-edge scholarship from leading drama education in New South
Wales. This collection features discussions that are directly
relevant to drama teachers in primary and secondary schools,
artists and theatre makers, drama education researchers and those
interested in the relevance of arts and drama education in
reforming the curriculum. The book reminds of the connection
between practice and research in drama education, and reflects
changes in curriculum and new areas of research on:
playwritingimprovisation and play buildingyoung people as
audiencestechnology and drama educationdialogue in drama
educationthe opportunities for drama as a curriculum change event
The scholarship assembled here reflects some of the best and most
insightful reflections on how research can directly inform the
transformation of learning and teaching.
Having fled from Garmany in 1933 to escape the Nazis, Anne Frank
and her family were forced into hiding in 1940. Anne, devoted to
writing about her experiences, tells us of the tensions and terrors
during the period in which the family hid in an attic above a
factory, their home for two years.
Aimed at a generation of short attention spans and a taste for
razor-sharp comedy, the rapid-fire ZAP is a smart, farcical new
play for high-school students that's ready to bring the house down.
When they're not dusting off the old classics -- over and over --
high-school drama departments are constantly in search of new
material. But what play could possibly suit the point-and-click
attention spans of kids born with remote controls in their cribs?
Cue the lights for ZAP, a nonstop farce that juxtaposes seven
different plays -- performed simultaneously -- with a comic genius
reminiscent of masters from Monty Python to the Marx Brothers.
Combining spot-on parodies of Anton Chekhov, Agatha Christie,
Tennessee Williams, Samuel Beckett, Neil Simon and performance art
and throwing in scenes from RICHARD III for good measure, ZAP
flicks rapidly back and forth from play to play, with hilarious
results. As characters from one play end up on the set of another,
their befuddlement, exasperation, and brave attempts at
improvisation are truly priceless. A hoot to read, ZAP is a dream
to perform -- as high schools in California, New York, and Florida
have already discovered.
An unknown man arrives in the windswept town of Paternoster on the
South African West Coast. Granted amnesty for crimes committed in
the apartheid past, ex-cop Tertius Coetzee still feels shackled by
the weight of his sins. His quest for relief plunges the family of
one of his victims into a whirlpool of emotion, and sets off a tale
of betrayal, revenge, resolution and forgiveness...
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As a child his passions were comics and cars, but George Lucas grew
up to be one of the most successful filmmakers of all time. He is a
producer, screenwriter, director and entrepreneur whose company
Lucasfilms pioneered the movie effects that changed the world of
animation. He founded Industrial Light and Magic, which transformed
special sound and visual effects throughout the Hollywood film
industry. He is best known, of course, as the creator of the Star
Wars movie, television, gaming, toy and merchandise empire, as well
as the archeologist-adventure series Indiana Jones. Discover the
man behind the magic in "Who Is George Lucas?"
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