Foreword by Tim Rice
Musical Theatre: Exploring the World Through Song gives an overview of six musical theatre styles: light opera/operetta, vaudeville/music hall, jazz, book, concept and pop/rock musicals. Each chapter describes the history and context of the musical style and includes further points for discussion. It is essential reading for any teachers or students interested in musical theatre and is an indispensable guide for those undertaking LAMDA examinations in Musical Theatre for the Actor/Singer.
The Musical Theatre CD includes samples of different musical theatre styles, including operetta, rock/pop, patter and character songs to give teachers ideas of songs that could be used in the Musical Theatre examinations
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A Fresh Approach to Key Practioners
by PENNY CHERNS, DAVID SHIRLEY, STEPHEN UNWIN
reACTING provides an overview of three key practitioners of acting methodology: Stanislavski, Laban and Brecht. The authors are experts in their fields and offer useful advice for the performer, bibliographies for further reading and points for additional discussion. reACTING is an essential tool for all teachers and students of speech and drama and an indispensable guide for students undertaking Unit 1 of the LAMDA Diploma in Dramatic Art..
Volume XVI
Introduction by ROGER McGOUGH
Volume XVI of the LAMDA Anthology of Verse and Prose presents the set selections for candidates entering Graded Examinations in The Speaking of Verse and Prose in 2004-2009. The collection is introduced by Roger McGough and includes both classic and contemporary literature suitable for reading aloud. This exciting compilation also stands alone as a rewarding and stimulating read.
Volume I
Introduction by CATHERINE WEATE
Volume 1 of the LAMDA Acting Anthology presents the set selections for candidates entering Graded Examinations in Acting at Levels 1 and 2 in 2004-2009. The collection includes monologues and duologues from both classical and contemporary plays for young actors. The selections vary in content, tone and style and are accompanied by a brief outline of the context and setting. The compilation will provide any student of drama with opportunities for creatively exploring character and story.
3rd Edition
Edited by CATHERINE WEATE
The Discussion is an essential reference guide for teachers and students of speech and drama. It provides information on the set theory for LAMDA Graded Examinations in The Speaking of Verse and Prose 2004-2009, detailing the requirements at each grade in an easy and accessible style.
A History of Drama and Other Literary Forms in Britain, Europe, and the United States
by PAUL RANGER
The Written Word in Performance provides an overview of the history of drama and other literary forms in Britain, Europe and the United States, making it essential reading for teachers and students of speech and drama. Each chapter surveys the period, providing a chronology of events, bibliography for further reading and points for discussion. This is an indispensable guide for students undertaking Unit 1 of the LAMDA Certificate in Speech and Drama: Performance Studies.
by SUSAN COOPER-ANNIS
Dream of a Theme is an essential reference guide for teachers and students of speech and drama who intend to devise themed performances of literature. It provides hundreds of inspirational ideas for both group and solo performers, linking with LAMDA examinations in Group Recital and Reading for Performance.