Author: Trey Parker, Robert Lopez, Matt Stone
Paperback: 99 pages
Company: Newmarket Press (2011-06-07) (2011-06-07)
ISBN: 1557049939
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(Drama) Folio (15 x 10"). spiral binding. A compilation of the sets and costumes designed by Gorey that were used for the production of Dracula which opened on Broadway October 20, 1977. Gorey won a Tony Award for his costume design for the play. Black and white illustrations throughout. Number line counts to 1. Light corner and edge wear. Very good condition.

Author: Edward Gorey
Paperback: 21 pages
Company: Encore Editions (1979-11)
ISBN: 0684164019
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Les Misérables (1862) is a novel by Victor Hugo which many consider to be one of the greatest works of world literature. It tells of the interwoven lives of its characters over several decades of the early 19th Century.

Author: Victor Hugo
Hardcover: 1463 pages Beautifully illustrated 16 pages of photographs from the Broadway production., Based on classic C.E. Wilbour translation
Company: New American Library (1987-09)
ISBN: 5551948803
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"The best way I know to resuscitate the theatre is to produce dangerous new works." - Stuart Ostrow. Producer Stuart Ostrow's manifesto of how intelligent life might be restored to the theatre is also a unique personal memoir of the producer-creator relationship and an evaluation of the essentials that can make a show fly, or remain earthbound. As a solo producer, Ostrow's many productions include M. Butterfly, which won the Tony Award for Best Play; Pippin; and 1776, which received both the New York and London Drama Critics Awards as well as the Tony Award for Best Musical. He produced the original Broadway production of the critically acclaimed La Bete, which won the Olivier Award in London for Best Comedy. Ostrow was brought in to fix the original production of Chicago, collaborated with Anthony Hopkins on a London production of M. Butterfly, that was not meant to be, and even had his own play, Stages, directed on Broadway by the avant-garde theatrical pioneer Richard Foreman. He riffs about the heroes and heels he's met along the way and that great cast includes Frank Loesser, Meredith Willson, Mel Brooks, Mike Nichols, Bob Fosse, David Geffen, Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Henry Hwang, John Kander, Fred Ebb, and many more.

Author: Stuart Ostrow
Hardcover: 192 pages Published by Applause Books 192 Pages, 1776, Pippin, M. Butterfly, La BOte, & Other Broadway Adventures by Stuart Ostrow, Author: Stuart Ostrow
Company: Applause Books (2005-11-01) (2005-11-01)
ISBN: 1557836469
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In this colorful volume are exquiste costume and set design sketches and models as well as images of the set in all stages of its development. The book conveys the full beauty of the show's unequalled drama and offers readers unique insight into a process few will ever see. 

Author: Michael Lassell
Hardcover: 160 pages
Company: Disney Editions (2007-03-15) (2007-03-16)
ISBN: 1423100859
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'Broadway' has been the stuff of theatrical legends for generations. In this fascinating and affectionate account of a unique theatrical phenomenon, Andrew Harris takes an intriguing look at both the reality and the myth behind the heart and soul of American Drama
Broadway Theatre explores:
* the aims and achievements of such major figures as Tennessee Williams, Eugene O'Neill and David Mamet
* the processes a play goes through from preliminary draft to opening night
* the careful balancing between aesthetic ideals and commercial considerations
* the place of producers, reviewers, agents and managers and their contribution to the process
* the relationship between acting styles and writing syles for Broadway plays

Author: Andrew Harris
Paperback: 208 pages
Company: Routledge (1994-03-16)
ISBN: 041510520X
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Whether you are a fan of Broadway theater or hungering for new knowledge about the Eternal Undead, Broadway Vampire will provide compelling entertainment. Combining horror, theater history, murder mystery and love story, Broadway Vampire is a sure fire page turner set in the world of contemporary New York theater. Stage buffs and those lusting after fangs of their own will discover a vampire that everyone loves to hate. Angus "Gus" Windham IV is a Broadway producer. He is also a vampire. He has a ten million dollar bet riding on his revival of Pretty Lady. So, when one of his closest human associates is found murdered, this consummate serial killer is forced to align his efforts with those of the NYPD in order to solve the case. Meanwhile, other vampires are beginning to tire of Gus's public persona. A surprise ending will satisfy even the most hard-boiled thriller fan. This suspenseful novel includes lyrics to three new songs and free downloads of the tunes can be found on the author's website. www.ukejackson.com

Author: Uke Jackson
Paperback: 256 pages
Company: River Tales Production Group (2010-08-16)
ISBN: 0965128776
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Author: Ethan Mordden
Paperback: 288 pages
Company: Palgrave Macmillan (2002-11-01)
ISBN: 1403960135
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Stephen Mo Hanan created the role of Gus the Theatre Cat, including the completely new Growltiger sequence that was especially created for his unique talents, in the original New York production of what became the longest-running show in Broadway history, Cats. Hanan kept a diary of every day's work from the first rehearsal through opening. Appearing in print for the first time, this is an unparalleled insider view of how a big Broadway show is put together, written in a lively, articulate, and engaging style. Not only does it offer fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpses, it's also a great educational study for actors and directors. Hanan explores the fine nuances of his role, keenly observes Trevor Nunn's directorial methods, and develops strong artistic and emotional bonds with fellow cast members as they journey together to a historic opening night.

Author: Stephen Hanan
Paperback: 112 pages
Company: Smith & Kraus Pub Inc (2002-06)
ISBN: 1575252813
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"[A] highly entertaining showbiz memoir . . . The shows were fantastic." - The Washington Post "We laughed and we cried at Cy Feuer's wonderfully warm, brash, and colorful memoir of his life in the New York theater and happily recommend it to anyone who has ever been to a Broadway musical. . ." - Mel Brooks & Thomas Meehan. This is the rags to riches story of Cy Feuer, who, after becoming the executive officer of the Air Corps film division in World War II, teamed up with the late Ernie Martin to become a legendary Broadway musical producer. Their first hit was Where's Charley? in 1948 featuring Ray Bolger. Next up was the smash Guys and Dolls, which enabled them to hire Cole Porter for their next show, Can-Can. Feuer signed 17-year-old Julie Andrews for her Broadway debut in The Boyfriend, another hit. He hit the bulls-eye one more time with How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, his third collaboration with composer Frank Loesser. The first five musicals Feuer and Martin produced were hits, and at one point, all were running simultaneously on Broadway. He would later go to battle with Bob Fosse as producer of the acclaimed 1973 film version ofCabaret.

Author: Cy Feuer, Ken Gross
Paperback: 294 pages Published by Applause Books 294 Pages, The Amazing True Story of How an Obscure Brooklyn Horn Player Became the Last Great Broadway Showman, Author: Cy Feuer
Company: Applause Books (2005-08-01) (2005-08-01)
ISBN: 1557836582
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Doing a show is great fun—but how do you know which one to do? This practical resource will guide your school, community, or professional theater group to a musical that perfectly fits your budget, creative team, production capabilities, and audience.



With Let’s Put on a Musical! you’ll discover more than 200 famous and little-known shows—all cleverly categorized and described in terms of:





• Story

• Best-known songs

• Musical requirements, including instrumentation

• Chorus and dance numbers

• Staging—the sets, costumes, and props you’ll need




And it’s packed with nuggets about the original Broadway versions and useful tips on casting, publicity, and other practical matters relating to production. Whether it's a big classic like My Fair Lady or an all-but-forgotten show like Top Banana, if there's a musical in your future—or if you’re just a fan of the genre—Let’s Put on a Musical! will be an essential and fun-to-read addition to your theater library.

Author: Peter Filichia
Paperback: 384 pages
Company: Watson-Guptill Publications (2004-05-01) (2004-05-01)
ISBN: 0823088170
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Stage Money is a groundbreaking guide to understanding professional theater finances today through the use of the tools and metaphors of the business world at large. This approach results in a comprehensive picture of the economic realities of theater production that is radically different from the assessments typically espoused elsewhere. Tim Donahue and Jim Patterson combine their experiences in the financial and creative aspects of theater production to present in straightforward prose their keen insights into the micro- and macro-economic aspects of the commercial stage. Tangible data, charts, and graphs are counterbalanced with illuminating "intermissions" between chapters and interspersed sidebars throughout to provide specific examples of key concepts, collectively presenting an expansive overview of the contemporary theater business. Stage Money is an unparalleled tool for theater professionals and enthusiasts interested in garnering a better understanding of the business's inner workings at present and its challenges for the future.

Author: Tim Donahue, Jim Patterson
Hardcover: 176 pages
Company: University of South Carolina Press (2010-05-31) (2010-05-31)
ISBN: 1570039062
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Theo Kalomirakis - known as the "father of home theatre" - is a leading creator of custom-designed theatres and one-of-a-kind entertainment environments, acclaimed for their attention to architectural detail. using styles that range from ultra-traditional to cutting-edge contemporary, he scales each project to fit the needs of each client. In addition to design and architecture, he is an expert in acoustics, lighting and the integration of technology into the house, as well as being knowledgeable about the history of theatre architecture. This volume presents nine of his projects, points the way to new ideas for living that incorporate large-scale themed environments and describes the technology that makes this revolution in entertainment possible.

Author: Steve Castle, Phillip Ennis, Dean R. Koontz
Hardcover: 204 pages
Company: Harry N. Abrams (2003-10-15)
ISBN: 0810946564
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Author: Jim Volz
Paperback: 192 pages
Company: Methuen Drama (2011-08-16) (2011-08-16)
ISBN: 1408134748
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Author: Herman Krawitz, Howard Klein
Hardcover: 211 pages
Company: Macmillan Pub Co (1975-07)
ISBN: 0025667009
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"At last, an in-depth book about the casting process that tells actors what it is like to be on the other side of the desk, and a must read for the aspiring casting director!" -Marilyn Henry, coauthor, How to Be a Working Actor

Author: Judith Searle
Paperback: 368 pages Published by Limelight Editions 368 Pages, Thirty-Three Professional Casting Directors Tell You How to Get Work in Theater, Films, and TV by Ju, Author: Judith Searle
Company: Limelight Editions (2004-07-01) (2004-07-01)
ISBN: 0879101946
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Every acting student and working actor needs a copy of this book! Here’s the essential guide to surviving and thriving as an actor in regional theaters. The thousands and thousands of students in the hundreds and hundreds of acting programs all over the country would all love to become stars right out of school—but the reality of a career in acting usually means honing the craft at regional theaters. The Back Stage Guide to Working in Regional Theater includes a history of the movement and a description of each of the League of Regional Theater (LORT) houses in the U.S, plus sections on personal marketing for the actor, the business of acting, strategies and career planning. Essential web sites, a sample organizational chart, contact names, a guide to theater unions, and listings of more than 100 theaters across the country make The Back Stage Guide to Regional Theater a must-have for every actor who’s working or wants to be.

Author: Jim Volz
Paperback: 380 pages
Company: Back Stage Books (2006-11-22) (2006-11-22)
ISBN: 0823078809
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Author: Lester L. Moore
Hardcover: 182 pages
Company: Rowman & Littlefield (1971-04)
ISBN: 0810803089
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In this book Arvid F. Sponberg provides a view of what some of the most important people in the commercial theater think about the state of their business. With one exception, none of those interviewed has ever before had an extended opportunity to discuss, for the record, the nature of their work. The volume treats the reader to a comprehensive view of American commercial theater and how it operates. It documents the thoughts of twenty people who are currently making their living in the commercial theater, exploring aspects of their work usually ignored by the media. Those interviewed made comments on four broad topics: their personal background and key experiences in the theater; their views on the present state of financing, production, writing, casting, directing and designing; their insights into day-to-day theatrical management; and their opinions on proposed changes in theatrical practices. Their words show that it has taken enormous amounts of talent and work to preserve commercial theater from destruction by internal and external economic forces and political neglect. This book will surely receive wide acclaim from all scholars of drama and theater, all members of the theatrical professions, and especially playgoers and lovers of theater.

Author: Arvid F. Sponberg
Hardcover: 256 pages
Company: Greenwood Press (1990-11-09)
ISBN: 0313266875
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The framework for teaching is a research-based set of components of instruction that are grounded in a constructivist view of learning and teaching. The framework may be used for many purposes, but its full value is realized as the foundation for professional conversations among practitioners as they seek to enhance their skill in the complex task of teaching. The framework may be used as the foundation of a school’s or district’s recruitment and hiring, mentoring, coaching, professional development, and teacher evaluation processes, thus linking all those activities together and helping teachers become more thoughtful practitioners.

The actions teachers can take to improve student learning are clearly identified and fall under four domains of teaching responsibility: Planning and Preparation, the School Environment, Instruction, and Professional Responsibilities. Within the domains are 22 components and 76 descriptive elements that further refine our understanding of what teaching is all about. The framework defines four levels of performance--Unsatisfactory, Basic, Proficient, and Distinguished--for each element, providing a valuable tool that all teachers can use.

This second edition has been revised and updated and also includes frameworks for school specialists, such as school nurses, counselors, library and media specialists, and instructional coaches. Comprehensive, clear, and applicable to teaching across the K–12 spectrum, the framework for teaching described in this book is based on the PRAXIS III: Classroom Performance Assessment criteria developed by Educational Testing Service and is compatible with INTASC standards.

Author: Charlotte Danielson
Paperback: 200 pages
Company: Association for Supervision & Curriculum Development (2007-01-30)
ISBN: 1416605177
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