States that instructors of theatrical design are forced to adapt their teaching methods to suit new circumstances and situations. Points out that the controversy over the apparent decline of education has spread to the teaching of theatrical design. Describes some of the paradoxical theories being discussed. Presents ideas to…

Describes the experiences of Highland High School (Salt Lake City, Utah) as they produced Gilbert and Sullivan's "Pirates of Penzance." Discusses the theatre director's role, the music director's role, and production techniques. Concludes the experience was rewarding and enjoyable. (RS)

Offers five strategies to help high school drama teachers establish a planning strategy for implementing and managing a theater program, helping them to shift from the defensive role and redirect their focus to administrative and management issues. (SR)

Proposes a "scene festival" to get students interested in doing Shakespeare. Suggests that middle school students are best suited for such a project. Discusses the different types of festivals, how to get ready, how to choose a play and scenes, how to prepare and cast scenes, how to proceed with staging, and how to create promptbooks.…

Discusses several educational outreach programs run by professional theater companies throughout the country, like those of Center Stage in Baltimore, the Berkeley Repertory Theatre, and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. States that audience education is crucial--theaters need to prepare students and teachers for what they are going to see. Notes…

Considers the pedagogy of teaching theater to college students who will be secondary school drama teachers, including available instructional materials and lack of methods courses. Calls for creation of a complete pedagogy for secondary school theater. (PA)