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Actor | Kids Work!
Actor | Kids Work!

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Grades: PreK Kindergarten 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

What is an Actor? The actor portrays a character emotionally and physically by using his or her voice, facial expressions and body movements. Under the advisement of the director, the actor reads the...
Playwright | Kids Work!
Playwright | Kids Work!

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Grades: PreK Kindergarten 1 2 3 4 5

What is a Playwright? The playwright writes the play that the actors perform on the stage. Strong language skills are essential to communicate ideas and thoughts into a dramatic script that tells a...
Theater President | Kids Work!
Theater President | Kids Work!

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Grades: PreK Kindergarten 1 2 3 4 5

What is a Theater President? The theater president is responsible for managing the theater staff and operations. The ability to evaluate and appreciate the performing arts is important to make...
Medieval Times, Part 2 | Project Discovery Revisited
Medieval Times, Part 2 | Project Discovery Revisited

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Grades: 6 7 8

A behind-the-scenes look at this production shows that the costumes are more elaborate than the clothing worn in the Middle Ages. The actors spend a great deal of time practicing, preparing equipment...
Steven Gross
Steven Gross

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

After a lot of hard work, the set for Dancing at Lughnasa is finally ready. Gross explains why he loves his craft.