Theatre Studies

Websites

Royal National Theatre: The official website of the Royal National Theatre. The archive section will be particularly useful to the theatre student as it enables you to obtain information on previous productions. At the moment this only includes performances since 1998 but the website also provides a documentary record of the Royal National Theatre since its inception in 1963. The Archive can also supply photocopies of the programme notes and the major reviews and associated articles about any past National Theatre production.

About Guide to the British Theatre: A superb websites for students of the British Theatre. Like other Mining Company Guides it includes extensive site reviews, feature articles and discussion areas. Peter Lathan, who runs the site, is a real enthusiast who has clearly spent a considerable amount of time reviewing the material. In the Spotlight provides up to date information such as a full listing of the 1999 BAFTA Awards. You can also subscribe to the British Theatre Newsletter from the site.

Globe Theatre: The award winning site on the Globe Theatre in London is produced and maintained by Reading University. There is an excellent history of the theatre with hypertexted links to relevant information on the design and construction of the building. Other sections include: Information Guidebook, Frequently Asked Questions, The International Globe Centre, Visiting the Globe, Performances at the Globe and Getting to the Globe.

Hackney Empire: In 1901 the architect, Frank Matcham, modelled his design of Hackney Empire on the great Italian opera houses of the 18th century. However, the building also reflected the technology of the time by becoming Britain's first all electric theatre. Combining tradition and the latest developments in technology is also in evidence in this beautifully designed website. Its main feature is a history of the theatre and this can be viewed as a straight narrative or by using an animated timeline.

Dramateacher is a site devoted to the sharing of resources, discussion, links, book recommendations, exercises, quotes and everything that involves teaching drama. At present there are over 180 files which can be downloaded and used to prepare lessons. Members are encouraged to contribute to the site with their own resources and links so that the site continues to grow.

Performing Zone Community: This is a site dedicated to teachers and students of drama and dance at GCSE, A Level or in college or university. It features lesson plans, ideas and resources as well as a fun forum/message board and lots of useful links. To get the most from this site you are advised to join the community, where you will get the added benefits of clip arts, and all the documents on Brecht, Stanislavski and Shakespeare.

Glossary of Technical Theatre Terms: This website produced by Theatre Crafts includes a list of over 1250 definitions. The material is listed under Lighting, Sound, Stage Management, Costume, Stage Design, Rigging, Theatre Building, Directing, Theatre Jobs, Administration and Forms of Theatre. A useful website for any teacher or student who wants to develop detailed knowledge of theatre terms.