Scary Radio Plays for High School Students to Perform
Adapting spooky radio plays for high school students to perform is a skill in which I excel. I’ve adapted short stories, folk tales and even original works for over thirty-eight years. In that time, I found that high school love to scare themselves and others. However, before we do so, let’s talk about royalties. There […]
Unlocking Creativity: Teaching Storytelling in the Classroom
“Unlocking Creativity: Teaching Storytelling in the Classroom” is not just a title, it’s an invitation to explore strategies that make teaching this timeless skill an enriching and transformative experience for both educators and students alike. Let’s dive into the art of storytelling and discover how it opens doors to boundless creativity within the classroom. Did […]
Showtime Chronicles: History of Musical Theater Unveiled
Today, I want to give you a brief history of showtime chronicles: history of musical theater unveiled. Musical theater is one of my favorite genres to teach to theater students. It’s fascinating! Honestly, I shouldn’t be surprised by my love of musical theater. It’s in the family genes. Permit me to explain. Musical Theater Talent […]
Middle School Drama Success: Choice Boards in Action
Middle School Drama Success: Choice Boards in Action If you are like me, you like to make choices for yourself. That’s one of the cool things about being an adult, don’t you think? We make a lot of choices for ourselves. However, our students don’t have the opportunity to make decisions for themselves very often. […]
Eight Benefits for Students When Reading Plays
Eight Benefits for Students When Reading Plays As a child, I loved to read. However, I had one bad habit– reading the end of the book far before I’d read the rest of the book. My mother called it shameful at the time. I admit, I still imbibe in this activity from time to time. […]
Exploring the Magic of Jukebox Musicals: When Hits Shape the Stage
Exploring the Magic of Jukebox Musicals: When Hits Shape the Stage In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of jukebox musicals, understanding what they are, their history, and their enduring charm and go exploring the magic of juke box musicals: when hits shape the stage. When I was nine years old, my parents […]