Advanced Drama and Theatre Studies has been fully updated in line with the new A level Specifications for first teaching in 2008. Retaining the academic rigour of the first edition, this new edition benefits from the inclusion of: - Biographies of key practitioners - Hints and tips on the production of portfolios - Guidance on essay writing - Examination preparation - Recent stage performances as case studies and points of reference The textbook will be accompanied by a suite of teacher resources which will include planning guidance together with a range of digital and audio-visual activities.