Puttin' On the Kidz (Resource Book)

Puttin' On The Kidz. (Building Foundations for Standing Ovations!). For Choral (RESOURCE BK). Resource. 64 pages. Published by Shawnee Press.

Puttin' On the Kidz is an indispensable handbook for directors of any type of musical production. This resource will assist you in making every performance a fun-filled experience that will energize your students and spotlight their talents. This all-in-one guide contains charts, sample letters, and standard forms to help expedite the audition process, stage and block your production, and engage parent volunteers. Designed to save you time and energy, you will find valuable techniques and a wealth of knowledge including a history of the musical theater, memorization, resources for costumes and props, and much more! Each chapter is followed with powerful ideas and inspiring suggestions from music teachers across the country. The tried and tested stage and classroom tips will help you to plan, organize, and deliver quality productions that will be a pleasure to prepare and a joy to present.

Puttin' On the Kidz is guaranteed to successfully guide you and your students on the magical journey from the printed page to the performance stage!

Chapters include:

• Musical Theater

• Criteria for Selecting a Musical

• Planning Your Production

• Student Auditions

• Student Training and Preparation

• Parent and Community Support

• Transforming the Ordinary into the Extraordinary! Grades K-8.