theater

While working as an apprentice in a London theater company in 1597, fourteen-year-old Richard uncovers a mystery involving the disappearance of his father and a traitorous plot to overthrow Queen Elizabeth.

Thirteen-year-old Jules finds her predictable and, except for the friction between her parents, not unpleasant life completely turned upside down when her beloved father suddenly leaves home, refuses to speak to her, and reporters begin hounding her everywhere she goes.

A young orphan boy is ordered by his master to infiltrate Shakespeare's acting troupe in order to steal the script of "Hamlet," but he discovers instead the meaning of friendship and loyalty.

Presents the history of Greek and Roman theater with a timeline and bibliography for further study.

Examines how the pagan festivals and religious dramas performed throughout England evolved into the professional theaters, such as the Globe, in London.

Alphabetically-arranged entries provide information about more than 2,000 perfomers, writers, directors, productions, and songs of musical theatre.

Provides students with important background information on the practice of writing and producing plays in Shakespear's England including quotations from writers of Shakespear's time.

Transformed by cosmetic surgery into a beauty following a car accident, formerly unattractive Megan feels a bit overwhelmed as she returns to her performing arts high school in Baltimore and competes with her popular and naturally gorgeous sister for the lead role in a student production written by Megan's secret love.