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Drama Canadian

Acting Out

Scenes and Monologues from Theatre Direct Productions for Youth

edited by Lynda Hill

Publisher
Playwrights Canada Press
Initial publish date
Mar 2007
Category
Canadian, Anthologies (multiple authors)
Recommended Age
11 to 17
Recommended Grade
6 to 12
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780887548826
    Publish Date
    Mar 2007
    List Price
    $19.95

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Where to buy it

Out of print

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Description

"This collection is a chronicle of Theatre Direct's ever-evolving relationship to young people in Ontario. One can see as they read from beginning to end, how much has changed in thirty years. The world has changed, schools have changed, young people have changed… While the issues or subject matter has shifted to reflect the times, what remains constant is a compelling set of themes at the heart of the plays: relationships/intimacy, identity (cultural or sexual), violence or safety from, belonging/family, young people's potential to affect change, and the power of creation and imagination in a young person." —from the introduction

About the author

Lynda has been Artistic Director at Theatre Direct Canada since 2001, developing and directing award-winning productions for young people such as Alphonse by Wajdi Mouawad, Andrewâ??s Tree by Martha Brooks, The Phoenix Rides a Skateboard by Kate Rigg, and Beneath the Banyan Tree by Emil Sher. Lynda enjoys developing the companyâ??s growing drama school where she is initiating new programs for children in their early years and expanding the companyâ??s commitment to inclusiveness and accessibility.

Lynda and her husband James have two children: Tessa, 10 and Quinn, 12.

Lynda Hill's profile page

Editorial Reviews

"English Canada's leading purveyor of theatre for teens and young adults, has received frequent and deserved praise for its willingness to confront its audience with dramas that deal frankly with issues." —Toronto Star "Theatre Direct Canada understands what makes theatre for young audiences work – don't preach, don't teach, don't offer students the latest curriculum fad…. Much of the material isn't pretty, but it's real for its chosen audience." —Jon Kaplan, Plays International "Theatre Direct's productions have been some of the most exciting and relevant theatre available for young adults over the last twenty years in Toronto – these honest and direct plays challenge and engage students around the personal and social issues in their lives – it belongs in every drama room!" —Sue Daniel, Educator, Toronto Region Coordinator, Sears Drama Festival