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Learning Modules

Study the history and practice of theatre with expert learning modules covering topics such as audition preparation, diversity & inclusion, playwriting, theatre history and world theatre.

Theatre Appreciation

Key Practitioners

Key Practitioners

Discover biographies of famous theatre practitioners including directors, designers, playwrights, producers, and theorists.

Theatre Basics

Theatre Basics

New to theatre? Learn about the foundational vocabulary and skills you'll need as a thespian.

Theatre Careers

Theatre Careers

Peruse career options in theatre. Learn about the required job duties, educational requirements, and salary ranges.

Theatre Institutions

Theatre Institutions

The Institutions Module presents the important theatre venues and organizations throughout the world, sharing their historical development and cultural impact.

Performance Skills & Process

Acting & Voice

Acting & Voice

Gather valuable information on the skills to hone when studying acting and voice.

Audition Preparation

Audition Preparation

Want to land that dream role? You need to master your audition first. Learn how to excel at each step of the audition process.

College Entrance

College Entrance

Considering a degree in theatre? Learn about the college audition process and the different types of programs available.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre

Study a variety of content on one of the most popular theatrical forms worldwide.

Opera

Opera

Study the eras and elements of opera, stories told in many languages through music and singing that range from early classical Italian opera to stories from American, Eastern, African cultures, and more.

History & Society

Churchill in Context

Churchill in Context

Read about the real life history behind Caryl Churchill and her plays.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion

Explore theatre genres associated with underrepresented groups and social movements.

History on Stage

History on Stage

Explore important historical and societal events that are referenced in plays, musicals and operas.

Shakespeare in Context

Shakespeare in Context

Read about the real life history behind William Shakespeare and his plays.

Western Theatre

Western Theatre

Explore the major movements in western theatre history.

Wilde in Context

Wilde in Context

Read about the real life history behind Oscar Wilde and his plays.

World Theatre

World Theatre

Discover non-Western styles of theatre from East Asia, India, the Middle East, Africa, and more.

Backstage & Production

Directing

Directing

Examine the skills, responsibilities, and process of directors. Find insight into directing theories and philosophies and managing different types of shows.

Playwriting

Playwriting

Study the elements of the playwriting process, from finding your initial inspiration to writing a full-length play.

Tech Design

Tech Design

Take some time to explore the design elements of tech theatre from lighting to set and costume design.

Tech Production

Tech Production

How do you take the elements of technical design in costume, sound, or lighting and put them in to practical use in a production? Find out here!