Master Teachers of Theatre: Observations on Teaching Theatre by Nine American Masters

Burnet M. Hobgood

ISBN 10: 0809314649 ISBN 13: 9780809314645
Published by Southern Illinois University Press, 1988
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Synopsis:

Claribel Baird

reviews the interpretation of classical texts for theatrical performance. Howard Bay interrupted his stage design career of more than 150 Broadway productions to help students. BernardBeckerman asks if there are approaches to the teaching of dramatic literature that particularly suit drama-as-theatre. Robert Benedetti offers suggestions on the teaching of acting. OscarBrockett

treats the problems of the theatre teacher and the processes of learning.

AgnesHaaga shows that the essential quality in heading up child drama programs is a sense of joyous delight. Wallace Smith discusses methods for teaching secondary schooltheatre. Jewel Walker offers a rare written statement about his work as a theatre teacher. Carl Weber conveys the principles and methodology of his mentor, Bertolt Brecht, to beginning directors.

About the Authors:

Burnet M. Hobgood is Director of the Ph.D. degree program in theatre at the University of Illinois.



Burnet M. Hobgood is Director of the Ph.D. degree program in theatre at the University of Illinois.

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Title: Master Teachers of Theatre: Observations on ...
Publisher: Southern Illinois University Press
Publication Date: 1988
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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