Reports results of a survey of institutions (mostly universities) with a child drama focus. Indicates that, although a review of methodology would be beneficial, a focus on research is firmly established in the child drama community. (PD)

Describes an effective secondary school theatre program. Covers values, curriculum, production, audiences, class operations, standards, student directors, and pressures. (PD)

There is a fundamental difference between the courses given at university drama institutes in the Netherlands and those of the drama departments in the American universities. This is one of the points to emerge from this article on the University of Amsterdam's Institute of Dramatic Art written by a senior staff member of that institute.…

A monthly exchange of tips, projects, ideas and resources. (Editor)

This book presents science fiction readers theatre scripts for use with grades 4 through 8. The introduction provides information on what readers theatre is and its value, as well as presentation suggestions (e.g., preparing scripts, staging, props, delivery, and post-presentation). Each script includes staging directions and ideas for learning…

Reports on a program which began in Coventry, England and is unique in its use of the actor-teacher--a person who is trained or experienced in both theatre and education--to stimulate classroom interest in drama. (RB)

A survey of teaching designer/technical directors. (CH)

This 2-year study involving 298 grade school pupils investigates the comparative effectiveness of creative dramatics and storytelling. While the results indicate neither had an effect on children's interests and reading achievement, there is indication that storytelling may have more influence than creative dramatics on self-image and empathy.…

Lists a variety of pantomime activities for use in the classroom. (GB)

Describes a project in staging the Old High German epic, Das Hildebrandslied,'' at Southern Illinois, University, Carbondale, Illinois. (RS)

Presents and analyzes the results of the annual ATA survey of plays selected for college production. (RN)

A copy of the key data and test results may be obtained from the senior author: College of Communication, Ohio University, Athens, O. 45701. (RD)