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Grade 7 Up-Drawing on a wide variety of material, the authors have compiled dozens of scenarios organized within the themes of "Climactic Moment/Discovery," "Confrontation/Conflict," "Fantasy," "Relationship," "Solo Moment," "Special Problems," "Subtext," and "Unusual Circumstances." Sources for the improvisations run the gamut from The Children's Hour to the Mambo Kings. However, the book's diversity, which is its greatest strength, also makes it necessary to sound a note of caution. Not all of the selections are appropriate for the intended audience. Subjects such as teen pregnancy, homosexuality, prostitution, adultery, suicide, AIDS, and drug use are all covered. While it is true that these topics have been the subjects of countless YA novels, there is a difference between reading a book privately and acting out a part in front of one's peers. Some students may feel uncomfortable with certain parts, and younger teens may not have the level of sophistication that many of the improvisations require. This is a rich resource, but it is one from which drama teachers will have to pick and choose.
Marilyn Heath, Greenwood High School, SC
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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The most extensive sourcebook available for nurturing young actors' improvisational work.
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Grade 7 Up-Drawing on a wide variety of material, the authors have compiled dozens of scenarios organized within the themes of "Climactic Moment/Discovery," "Confrontation/Conflict," "Fantasy," "Relationship," "Solo Moment," "Special Problems," "Subtext," and "Unusual Circumstances." Sources for the improvisations run the gamut from The Children's Hour to the Mambo Kings. However, the book's diversity, which is its greatest strength, also makes it necessary to sound a note of caution. Not all of the selections are appropriate for the intended audience. Subjects such as teen pregnancy, homosexuality, prostitution, adultery, suicide, AIDS, and drug use are all covered. While it is true that these topics have been the subjects of countless YA novels, there is a difference between reading a book privately and acting out a part in front of one's peers. Some students may feel uncomfortable with certain parts, and younger teens may not have the level of sophistication that many of the improvisations require. This is a rich resource, but it is one from which drama teachers will have to pick and choose.
Marilyn Heath, Greenwood High School, SC
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
Product Description
The most extensive sourcebook available for nurturing young actors' improvisational work.
See all Editorial Reviews
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- Kids Working It Out: Stories and Strategies for Making Peace in Our Schools by Tricia S. Jones in Back Matter
- The Children's Literature Lover's Book of Lists by Joanna Sullivan on page 203
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