To assist educators in effectively teaching the works of such a critical author as William Shakespeare, this Digest identifies and describes some of the most significant and useful online resources. The digest notes that the sites were chosen on the basis of their technical excellence, purpose, content, authorship, and general usefulness for…

An actor from an Australian theatre group, touring American high schools, comments on the group's background, Australian government subsidies for "theatre-in-education," and the role of theatre arts in education. Briefly compares American and Australian students' awareness and attitudes towards theatre. (JMF)

Educational specifications for a Columbus, Ohio, high school were realized in the designs for a library learning center, a performing arts center, and a system of ramps to handle the major circulation around the academic areas of the building. (MLF)

Describes activities involved in the planning and production of Shakespeare's "Othello" in a high school. Outlines methods used to develop strong student motivation and involvement in class and on stage. (JMF)

Presents opinions of professionals on the current state of the high school play. Participants include a playwright, play supplier, high school theater instructor, workshop leader, and play publisher. Discusses selection, production, and performance of plays. (JMF)

Presents an outline of six basic preparation activities for student actors, including reading the play, doing historical research, elemental exercises, learning the part, creating the character, and exercises in movement and voice. (JMF)

Outlines a summer session for gifted students in the performing arts held by the Montgomery County Public Schools in Rockville, Maryland. (JM)

In Shelby, North Carolina, the community not only shares the multipurpose high school auditorium but also helped pay for it. (Author)

Emphasizes the importance of proper planning during rehearsals by breaking it down into five separate paths: (1) learning lines (blocking), music, and choreography; (2) integrating musical numbers and dance sequences into acting scenes; (3) putting completed scenes into sequence; (4) integrating technical elements into completed parts of the show;…

Moves educators to reflect on their practice of inclusion/exclusion and what constitutes authentic participation in theatre education classrooms. Believes that teacher education should strive to reconceive, or eliminate, the concept of "youthland" (the separation of young people from adult society) by preparing teachers who will treat students as…

Highlights the power of theatre to engage students in learning and shares the author's discoveries with heartfelt humility and self-awareness. Illustrates how a shift in her thinking led to a shift toward learner-centered instruction which led her to engaged student participation. (SG)

Describes a step-by-step guide to assembling a costume wardrobe. Explains how to organize a student costume crew; how to gather information for sizing, period, and storage needs; where to buy inexpensive costume pieces; and how to organize a database. Concludes that creating a core costume wardrobe can be as much a curricular area of study as any…

Production of a play by students with deafness can be a meaningful student experience as well as an excellent educational laboratory. An original production at the Model Secondary School for the Deaf at Gallaudet University involved students in set construction, painting, preparing visuals, financial management, using video and other technology,…

Discusses methods of raising public awareness of school music performances. Argues that communication is the key to assuring public support. Presents a long-range plan for promoting events. Describes detailed procedures to follow both before and after the performance. Suggestions that effective promotion will benefit the school, the program, and…

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)