The Stage & The School ~ Ommanney / Schanker

The Stage & The School ~ Ommanney / Schanker

Large hard cover with dust jacket
Slight water damage top corner of pages (see photo) but generally good condition 

The Stage and the School by Katharine Anne Ommanney and Harry H. Schanker is a comprehensive textbook on drama and theater arts. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of drama, dramatic interpretation, and production techniques. It is divided into several parts:

Interpreting the Drama: This section includes chapters on improvisation, pantomime, mime, voice and diction, and acting.

A Treasury of Scenes and Monologues: This part provides a collection of scenes and monologues for various groupings, such as one man and one woman, two women, two men, mixed groups, and individual monologues.

Appreciating Drama: This section explores the structure and varieties of drama, as well as the history of drama.

Producing the Drama: This part covers the practical aspects of producing a play, including stage settings, lighting and sound, costuming, and makeup.

Adapting and Interpreting Drama: This section discusses the relationship between theater and other media and art forms.

The book is designed to be a valuable resource for students and teachers of drama, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical guidance.