A preserved reading pathway
Theatre links, gathered for curious readers.
This page retains a focused selection from an earlier theatre directory: routes into study, dramatic writing, musical theatre, stagecraft, companies, and reference collections.
Reference shelf · theatreAbout this page
A directory from the web's earlier theatre era.
These entries are presented as archival signposts rather than recommendations or current listings. Many original destinations may have changed, moved, or disappeared; the collection remains useful as a record of the subjects theatre readers once gathered around.
Choose a category below, then follow its entries as a starting point for your own reading and research.
Contents
Eight routes through theatre.
01 · Study & practice
Education
Historical links to drama teaching, theatre study, mime, stage movement, and theatre-history resources.
- California Institute of TechnologyUndergraduate theatre arts study.
- The Drama Teacher's Resource RoomLesson-planning and classroom drama materials.
- Montanaro-Hurll Theatre of Mime and DanceMime and dance workshops and resources.
- STEM~Net's Drama Home PageTeaching contacts, activities, and drama resources.
- TheatreHistory.comTheatre research and historical reference.
- The Theatre School, DePaul UniversityConservatory-based theatre education.
- Theatrical Mime ClassesTraining in classic and contemporary mime.
- Westside Stage CombatStage movement and performance-combat instruction.
02 · Musical theatre
Musicals
Archived fan and reference pathways for productions, composers, cast information, lyrics, and show histories.
- 1776 ReportsA performance recollection connected to 1776.
- 1776: The MusicalProduction, cast, and history materials.
- Abelard and HeloiseInformation about a musical drama.
- Canterville GhostMusical adaptation reference.
- Chess: The MusicalLyrics, synopsis, and production information.
- The Definitive Musical Theatre WebsiteA gateway to West End and Broadway musical theatre.
- Hedwig in a BoxArchived materials on the musical play.
- Houdini: The MusicalInformation on a new musical work.
- MusicalSchwartz.comMusicals by Stephen Schwartz.
- New MusicalsNew musical and children's show materials.
- Return to the Forbidden PlanetInformation on the rock musical inspired by The Tempest.
- Sophie's Dreamcoat SiteArchived material related to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
03 · Networks
Organizations
Connections to community-theatre and playwriting groups represented in the original directory.
- Association of Community Theatres of ManitobaSupport for amateur theatre and performing arts.
- International Centre for Women PlaywrightsA network for playwrights and their work.
- PdxnetAlternative arts and culture resources.
- Stephen Sondheim SocietyResources focused on Stephen Sondheim's work.
04 · Dramatic writing
Playwrights
A selection of playwright sites, script collections, writing guidance, and dramatic literature resources from the original list.
- AA PantosOriginal pantomime scripts.
- Ace ToscanoPlays and other writing.
- Alan David PerkinsPlaywright and comedy-writing materials.
- Alistair FaulknerSynopses, scenes, and scripts.
- Arnold WeskerResources on the British dramatist.
- DramashopOne-act plays by Donal Horgan.
- DramatixTheatrical works from writers around the world.
- Hristo BoytchevInformation on the playwright and his work.
- Insight for PlaywrightsPlaywriting opportunities and development information.
- Kevin O'MorrisonPlays, production resources, and monologues.
- Michael BlackBiography and script collection.
- MonologuesMonologues by established and emerging writers.
- Norm FosterResources on the Canadian playwright.
- Patrick M. BrennanA selection of plays and monologues.
- Richard Nathan ScriptsStage and film scripts.
- Sam PostPlay information and sample scenes.
05 · Backstage
Technical Theatre
A practical stagecraft resource retained from the directory.
- Stage Hand Tools.comTechnical theatre tools and freelancer resources.
06 · Producing communities
Theatre Companies
Archived links to community, repertory, amateur, and regional companies from the original collection.
- Aberdeen Community TheatreCommunity theatre resource.
- Algonquin Arts TheatreRegional performance organization.
- Blackfriars TheatreCommunity theatre company.
- Blue Ridge Theatre GuildTheatre guild resource.
- Bridge Players Theatre CompanyCommunity production company.
- Circle PlayersCommunity theatre resource.
- Concord PlayersAmateur theatre company.
- Dominion StageCommunity stage organization.
- The Footlight ClubCommunity theatre resource.
- Generic TheaterIndependent theatre company.
- Hillbarn TheatreRegional theatre resource.
- Joe Jefferson PlayersCommunity theatre group.
- Masque TheatreCommunity theatre company.
- Nevada Shakespeare FestivalShakespeare performance resource.
- Olympia Little TheatreLocal theatre company.
- Orpheus Musical Theatre SocietyMusical theatre society.
- Random ActsTheatre organization archive.
- Summer Place TheatreCommunity performance company.
- Theatre in the ParkOutdoor and community theatre resource.
- 3 Legged DogIndependent theatre company.
07 · Books & materials
Theatrical Supplies
Non-commercial reference links for theatre books, publishing, costumes, and production materials.
- Allworth PressBooks for artists and performing-arts practitioners.
- David's Costume GalleryCostume reference materials.
- L'ARCHE EditeurFrench drama publishing.
- Montanaro-Hurll Theatre of Mime and DanceMime and dance instructional materials.
- Performing Arts Supply Co.Stage makeup, costumes, and scenic supplies.
- Shakespirit.comShakespeare-themed reference and gift materials.
- Theatre BookstorePlays, cast albums, and sheet music.
08 · Broad reference
Other Theatre Links
General directories, archives, writing aids, monologue resources, and theatre news references.
- AmateurtheaterCommunity theatre in the Netherlands.
- AmdramInformation related to amateur theatre.
- Bowd BealActor reference page.
- British Theatre GuideArticles and links related to British theatre.
- Kansas Community, College, and Regional TheatersA regional theatre directory.
- The Mad ScreenwriterWriting, acting, and casting resources.
- Monologue ArchiveAn index of monologues for actors.
- Spotlight On StageLocal theatre connections.
- Stage Managing BookStage-management guidance.
- Theater MirrorBoston theatre coverage archive.
- Theatre AustraliaAustralian theatre resources.
- Theatre DatabaseInformation archive for theatre.
- Theatre Section - EntsWeb DirectoryTheatre and performing-arts directory.
- Vcurtain.comOnline arts community resource.
- The World of Mime TheatreInternational mime theatre library and resources.
Using an archived directory
Treat each link as a trace, not a promise.
External pages change over time. Before relying on a destination, check its current publisher, date, and editorial context. The value here is in the map of interests: the teachers, writers, practitioners, and communities that shaped an earlier online theatre conversation.
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Directory questions
Practical context for this preserved theatre-links page.
Are all of these external links still active?
No. This is an archival collection, and some original destinations may no longer be available or may now lead elsewhere.
Why are some original entries not shown?
Commercial, advertising, ticketing, tracking, and payment-related material has been removed. The remaining selection focuses on theatre research and practice.
Is Imagination responsible for outside websites?
No. External websites are independent resources. Review their current information and policies before using them.
Can I use this page for theatre research?
Yes, as a historical reading path. It can suggest subjects, organizations, and names to investigate through current, reliable sources.
How does this page fit the archive?
It extends the playwright, play, musical, and cast-album pages by showing the broader web of theatre interests preserved alongside them.
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