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Peer reviewedAmidon, Rick E. – English Journal, 1987
Discusses the value of teaching and producing contemporary plays as well as classics in high school. Argues for the superior interest level of challenging, low-budget, relevant dramas recently appearing on the young adult scene, such as those by Jerome McDonough and Hindi Brooks. Includes an annotated bibliography of young adult drama. (JG)
Descriptors: Current Events, Drama, English Curriculum, English Instruction
