Junior Broadway: How to Produce Musicals with Children 9 to 13

In 1983, the authors provided, "in spunky detail" (Booklist/RBB), a step-by-step guide to producing musicals with middle school students that was "infused with common sense and high energy" (VOYA). Now they bring their increased experience and knowledge to this completely revised and fully updated version of their "highly recommended" (Library Journal) work. 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").