theaters

Jeremy and his cat Aristotle's continuing quest to save the Enchanted Theater takes them on an adventure through time and space to an underground maze and the skies above ancient Greece.

Jeremy braves the fiercest of the Greek gods in his unwilling quest to help Mr. Magnus lift Zeus's curse on his theater.

Describes how special effects such as fog, rain, snow, and blood are created in films and theater in order to make it look real.

Shakespeare's ability to create epic tragic characters, think Hamlet, Lear, and the star-crossed Romeo and Juliet, and scenarios is virtually unrivalled. Readers examine the Bard's major tragedies and their significance, and touch upon the state of theatre and dramatic performance in Shakespeare's England for good measure.

Shakespeare was influenced by the events that took shape all around him. Sweeping changes to England's politics, language, and culture that took place during his lifetime were the fertile ground from which he drew inspiration. Shakespeare's life is surveyed and the social context in which he created his greatest drama and poetry is examined.

Discusses all aspects of theater in Shakespeare's time, giving an inside view of Elizabethan drama.

Examines the history, design, construction, and uses of theaters and describes some notable examples.

Describes typical features of theaters in Ancient Greece and many of the common objects used in them including armor, comic masks, papyrus rolls, and aulos.

Describes typical features of theaters in Shakespearean England and many of the common objects used in them including trumpets, hazelnuts, and helmets.

Follows a set designer through her day as she works on creating sets for plays, movies, and television shows.