Ten-Minute Comedy Plays for Middle School/10+ Format Volume 6
Grade 9 Up—These titles are unlike other play books in that they provide students with thinking points for those who are acting or playwriting. The 12 plays in each book include two scenes and four monologues. The author provides self-directing techniques and defines terminology for novice thespians and also gives ideas for playwrights in shaping similar scenes. For theater or English teachers using the scenes, the "Talk Back!" section has discussion questions to aid in dialogue and/or scene study. "Character Questions for Actors," "Playwright's Checklist," and "Exploration Games" are appended. Each play deals with topics typical to teen life: wishing for the perfect family, getting the boy/girl, breaking up, life lessons, etc. The "Talk Back!" section allows for discussion of feelings of the characters and students. The drama volume would also work in guidance situations. Both books would be a good addition to libraries and schools, not just those with active drama programs.—Lori E. Donovan, Thomas Dale High School, Chester, VACopyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.--This text refers to an alternatePaperbackedition.