Mindy tries to step into the spotlight in her community theater production.

"Contains interviews that expound in great depth and detail on [Sondheim's] craft ... Sondheim discusses the art of musical composition, lyric writing, the collaborative process of musical theater, and thoughts regarding his own work."--From publisher's description.

Your readers can learn about the fine points of directing a musical production, from bringing a special vision to life on stage to staying organized and efficient through the audition process. Everything an aspiring young director needs to know.

Your readers can explore what goes on when the lights in the auditorium go down, from the history of stage lighting to the effects that lighting designers use on the professional and high school stage today. It guides the high school lighting enthusiast through bringing a director's vision to life, tools of the trade, and most importantly, staying safe behind the scenes.