Why is Children’s Theater Important
Picking a Story
Kids (ages & personality differences)
Sneaking in Education
Props
Costumes
Communicate with Parents
Respect for the other actors
Make the Play Playful
Warn children of any surprises
Give them the opportunity to grow
Practice
Music
Stage Voice
Body Language
Self talk (I’m excited vs nervous)
Listening to others
Where to find costumes
Technical points for kids to know
Fight scenes
Emotional Scenes
Cheating
Curtain Calls
Praising & redirecting (encourage good, plant other options of choices)
Let the kids be the star
