Musical Theatre Handbook Book

This handbook is aimed at equipping students with the necessary information to pursue a career in Musical Theatre and covers first experiences through Drama School to becoming a fully-fledged professional.

Gerry Tebbutt asks pertinent questions of the reader in order to examine the motives for choosing to be in Musical Theatre and he explores the various forms from the birth of musical comedy to current trends in order to stress the importance of understanding the industry. Practical suggestions include advice on getting into Drama School and choices and suitability of different types of songs and speeches for auditions.