performing arts

Discusses career possibilities in the performing arts and includes information about the requirements of each job, the necessary preparation, ways to get started, salaries, and the future potential of jobs in this field.

Presents a practical guide to careers in entertainment and sports, and provides a breakdown of industries and trends, the recruiting and interviewing process, and more.

Singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor discusses how performers can overcome nervousness while onstage.

Explores the highs and lows of being a celebrity, including attending award shows, dealing with the paparazzi, and being featured in tabloids. Includes a glossary and resources.

No-talent Louanne's spirits droop as her friends prepare for the talent show, but then she is called upon to perform in a very special way.

"A biography of American actress and philanthropist Angelina Jolie"--Provided by publisher.

"A biography of American comedian and actor Adam Sandler"--Provided by publisher.

Outlines career opportunities in theater and the performing arts, discussing such aspects as salaries, skill requirements, advancement prospects, and how to get started in the business.

Presents examples of performing arts around the world in several categories, providing color and black-and-white photos and briefly discussing advancements in each field. Covers such areas as opera, ballet, the circus, the origins of drama, and film special effects.

Explores how African-American theatre, drama, sports, dance, and politics was impacted during the Harlem Renaissance, from 1910 to 1927.