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  • 1.  Acting for Musical Theatre

    Posted 07-23-2017 06:35
    Hello!

    This year I will be teaching a semester long course - Acting for Musical Theatre. I am searching for texts, literature, etc that would be appropriate for my high school students. Has anyone taught this type of course before? What would you recommend?

    Best,
    Debra Susi
    Maine Central Institute


  • 2.  RE: Acting for Musical Theatre

    Posted 07-24-2017 08:23
    I use many different resources but for technique look at David Craig's book "On Singing Onstage" I begin with the ONE exercise.
    i have taught MT for over 20 years and always use this exercise as it requires looking at the story behind the song. Have fun!

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    Heather Davidson
    Drama Teacher
    Augusta GA
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  • 3.  RE: Acting for Musical Theatre

    Posted 07-24-2017 09:56
    There's a great book called acting the song. I recommend writing your curriculum based on this book.

    Have a swell day!

    Chris Giordano
    www.chrisgiordano.net
    BFA Musical Theatre
    BA Theatre Arts Directing


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  • 4.  RE: Acting for Musical Theatre

    Posted 07-25-2017 08:41
    Acting in musical Theatre is a terrific book that breaks down the styles (operettas to rock musicals), giving thorough lists of conventions for each. Also has great exercises.

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