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Description
"Song and Dance: A Journey Through Musical Theatre" by Elizabeth Raum introduces young readers to the history and elements of musical theatre. The book explores how musicals combine songs, dancing, acting, and storytelling to create entertaining performances. Readers learn about different types of musicals and what goes into producing a musical production. This informational book provides an accessible introduction to the world of theatre for middle grade students.
Quick Summary
This book pulls back the curtain on the dazzling world of Broadway, showing young readers how musicals go from a simple idea to a showstopping performance. Kids will love discovering the secrets behind famous song-and-dance numbers, meeting the performers who bring them to life, and learning how choreography and music work together to create unforgettable moments. If your child is fascinated by behind-the-scenes stories like those in "Matilda" or dreams of stages like the characters in "Wicked," this book is a front-row seat to the magic of musical theatre. Ideal for curious readers in grades 4-8 (ages 9-12) who have ever hummed a show tune or imagined the lights of the stage.