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| Teaching Theatre | 4 |
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| Cook, Rena | 4 |
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| Journal Articles | 4 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 2 |
| Opinion Papers | 2 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
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Cook, Rena – Teaching Theatre, 1995
Describes the relationship between a set designer and a director. Explains that set design is an integral part of every production. Compares the different fears of the set designer and the director. Relates an experience in a University of Kansas production of "Gypsy" in which the production was a collaborative effort in all respects.…
Descriptors: Cooperation, Higher Education, Production Techniques, Teamwork
Cook, Rena – Teaching Theatre, 1993
Offers ways for high school drama teachers to simplify, streamline, and lessen the uneasiness of the process of play selection, auditions, and casting. (SR)
Descriptors: High Schools, Production Techniques, Teaching Methods, Theater Arts
Cook, Rena – Teaching Theatre, 1995
Defines five elements needed in the construction of a sound theater program: curriculum, artistic quality, program participation, community and parental support, and administrative and faculty recognition. Discusses the importance of these elements. Concludes that, although implementing this program takes time, the effort is worth it. (PA)
Descriptors: Curriculum, High Schools, Parent Participation, Program Development
Cook, Rena – Teaching Theatre, 1993
Offers insights, discoveries, and practical suggestions (collected during 16 years of experience) on how to successfully direct and teach high school actors. (SR)
Descriptors: High School Students, High Schools, Teacher Student Relationship, Teaching Methods
