Junior Broadway

<p> In 1983 the authors provided in spunky detail (<I>Booklist</I>) a step-by-step guide to producing musicals with middle school students that was infused with common sense and high energy (<I>VOYA</I>). Then in 1998 they brought their increased experience and knowledge to a completely revised and fully updated version of their highly recommended (<I>Library Journal</I>) work. The present book is a reprint of that edition.</p><p> Voice music choreography costumes make-up scenery lighting props sound effects backstage management--all phases of producing a major musical play with children as actors and stage crew are covered here as well as the program souvenirs and photographs not to mention handling pre-show jitters and throwing the after-the-show party. The techniques are tailored to children's abilities and needs (e.g. what to do with the love scene).</p>