Synopsis
On Stage - Theater Games and Activities for Kids
Published by Chicago Review Press
Often renamed for greater child appeal, the activities range from vocal warm ups to improvisational scene work, and many include helpful suggestions for variations on familiar games
Also included are exercises in puppetry, mask making, costuming, makeup, and set design, as well as several short scripts
Explanations of theatrical terms are smoothly incorporated into the text as are tips for young actors and short anecdotes about theatrical figures or plays are featured throughout. Simple black-and-white graphics add touches of humor