Contemporary Scenes for Student Actors

Contemporary Scenes for Student Actors by Michael Schulman is a comprehensive collection published by Penguin on July 31, 1980. This 448-page book is designed for student actors, as well as professional and untrained performers, offering a diverse array of material from some of the best plays ever written. Each scene includes critical information on characters, setting, and background, providing a clear understanding of the context and themes of the plays.

Readers will find a wide variety of acting styles represented, ranging from naturalistic to poetic and highly stylized. The collection spans different ages and locales, featuring excerpts of various lengths to accommodate different performance needs. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the performing arts, particularly in acting and auditioning, and includes scenes from notable playwrights such as Woody Allen, Arthur Miller, and Tennessee Williams, among others.