Theater experiences?
- Discuss with your classmates and teacher your theater experiences: Have you seen a play? What was it about? Did you like it? Why? Were the actors wearing costumes? Describe them. Describe the scenery. Where was the play performed? Describe the location. How is a play different from a video or movie? What does a Broadway theater look like? How is a theater built for professional performances different than a movie theater?
- Discuss the Broadway theater district. Where is it in New York City? Look at pictures of the Broadway area. Why do you think there are so many theaters? Look at the theater listings in a newspaper. What are some shows that are currently playing on Broadway? Why do you think Al Hirschfeld liked being part of the Broadway community: the actors, directors, and audience?
- Read Pamela’s First Musical by Wendy Wasserstein. How are YOU a member of the Broadway community just by living in New York City?
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