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Radio Drama Handbook, The: Audio Drama in Context and Practice


Radio Drama Handbook, The: Audio Drama in Context and Practice

Paperback by Hand, Richard J. (School of Creative and Cultural Studies, Pontypridd); Traynor, Head of Teaching and Learning Mary

Radio Drama Handbook, The: Audio Drama in Context and Practice

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ISBN:
9781441147431
Publication Date:
1 Sep 2011
Language:
English;English
Publisher:
Continuum Publishing Corporation
Pages:
240 pages
Format:
Paperback
For delivery:
Estimated despatch 16 - 17 May 2024
Radio Drama Handbook, The: Audio Drama in Context and Practice

Description

This title combines both theory and practice to lead, stepwise, to a full understanding of radio drama form. With the resurgence (though some say it has never left) of radio, due in part to new media practices and technological innovations, not only are there more theory-related radio courses, but also those teaching the production and practice aspects. "The Radio Drama Handbook" combines both theory and practice to lead, stepwise, to a full understanding of radio drama form. The handbook is broken down into two large sections: "A Contextual Guide to Radio Drama" and "A Practical Guide to Radio Drama". There will be a wide selection of case studies and practical exercises to make the book engaging and, above all, useful. Each section will be accompanied by practical exercises and suggested activities. Practice oriented and teacher/student friendly, this handbook is sure to become the new standard for all radio drama courses.

Contents

Section 1: A Contextual Guide to Radio Drama; Chapter 1: History of Radio Drama; Case Study: Mercury Theatre on the Air's "War of the Worlds" (1938); Chapter 2: Theories of Radio Drama; Case Study 2: The Revengeand A Pot Calling the Kettle Black; Chapter 3: Radio Drama in the Contemporary World; Case Study: We're Alive: A Story of Survival (2009 onwards); Section 2: A Practical Guide to Radio Drama; Chapter 1: Writing; Chapter 2: Production; Chapter 3: Performing; Case Study: The Terrifying Tale of Sweeney Todd!; Appendix: Writing Effective Radio Ad Copy: Six Steps to Successful Radio Commercials by Rik Ferrell; Bibliography; Websites; Radio, Audio and Screen; Filmography.

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