Juvenile Nonfiction : Performing Arts

Narrative about a boy (and his mum) who meets up with his uncle (an actor) to be given a tour of a theatre, including backstage, before watching a play. The play is Flat Stanley, and the uncle plays the Flat Stanley role. The tour includes looking at the play's scenery, props, costumes, and the Flat Stanley puppets. Covers details of theatre terminology, such as box office and auditorium, and who and what is involved in putting on a production. Also look into the workshop, the wardrobe department and the actors' dressing room. Information boxes includes further details about the roles of the director, the stage manager, and the lighting and sound technicians, and the making of props. more...

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He's the star of Malcolm in the Middle, one of the hottest shows on TV today. He's fifteen, funny, and famous. Here is everything you need to know about him: how he broke into show business, what his hobbies are, where to find Frankie fan clubs on the Web, and whether his zodiac sign is compatible with yours. more...

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Heart warming and enjoyable plays, especially written to teach the historical and cultural significance of particular special days through the creative art of drama. Book 1 has three plays – one of each on Manners, Stranger Danger and Fun & Fantasy. Support activities (blackline masters) are provided. more...

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This multi-authored collection aims to communicate the unique histories and cultures of Australian Torres Strait Islanders to a broad audience. Not only have Islanders long absorbed the cultural influences from two surrounding landmasses and, more recently, negotiated the development of two nations in the region, their lives have been transformed by a 150 years of immigration and new economic and political conditions. more...

Price: $35.00