Antonio, living in part of a very large house with his magician father and doctor mother, knows all sorts of unusual things but it is not until he meets his mysterious neighbor, Theodore Guzman, that he is introduced to the magical world of theatre.
Presents a brief history of the theatre and describes the necessary qualities, training, and experience needed by prospective actors and actresses, as well as various opportunities in the acting profession. Also profiles ten young performers describing the development of their careers.
Thirteen-year-old Eve consults tarot cards to see if she will achieve her goal of being a famous singer one day, and in the meantime, decides to try out for the school musical.
Seventeen-year-old Mimi Wallingford's stage fright and fight with her mother on the closing night of Romeo and Juliet are nothing compared to the troubles she faces when she and her leading man are transported to Shakespeare's Verona, where she decides to give the real Juliet a happy ending.
Everyone believes that sophomore honors student Ethan Lederer is a top-notch scholar and a great guy, but a new student helps Ethan to discover and disclose that he is just acting a role, even as she reveals her own mental instability.
Highlights the creation and development of Disney's three Broadway productions: "Beauty and the Beast", "The Lion King", and "Aida", providing information on the special effects and key figures which have made each of the shows come alive.
Newly apprenticed to Shakespeare's theater company, Richard and Kit are drawn into a series of crimes involving the members of Queen Elizabeth's court.
