Described by The Times as 'the national children's dramatist', David Wood has been writing, adapting, directing and acting in plays for children for more than twenty-five years. His best known work, from his play The Gingerbread Man to his adaptations of Roald Dahl's The BFG and The Witches have enjoyed national and international professional success and entered the repertory of amateur companies and school dramatic societies. Now David has written the definitive book on theatre for children. He analyses the skills involved in entertaining audiences of children everywhere and reveals his special techniques for catching and holding a child's attention. This practical, step-by-step comprehensive guide is essential reading for professionals and amateurs alike, and anyone wanting to be involved in theatre for children.

Theatre for Children, by Janet Grant and David Wood - described by The Times as 'the national children's dramatist' - is a practical, step-by-step comprehensive guide, essential for professional and amateurs alike, and anyone wanting to be involved in theatre for children.

Book Information
ISBN 9780571177493
Author David Wood
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Faber & Faber
Publisher Faber & Faber
Weight(grams) 294g
Dimensions(mm) 217mm * 135mm * 20mm