{"title":"Sian Owen","description":"\u003cp\u003eSian Owen's works offer a vivid exploration of contemporary theatre, capturing the spirit and innovation of modern performance. Readers can expect insightful texts that engage with the dynamic world of drama and the arts, often highlighting significant cultural events such as the \u003cem\u003eNational Theatre Connections\u003c\/em\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer writing invites a deeper appreciation of the creative process behind theatrical productions, making her books a valuable resource for those interested in theatre, arts education, and cultural dialogue. Owen’s thoughtful approach enriches the conversation surrounding performing arts in Britain and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"national-theatre-connections-2024-by-charlie-josephine-9781350450059","title":"National Theatre Connections 2024","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNational Theatre Connections 2024\u003c\/i\u003e draws together ten new plays for young people to perform, from some of the UK's most exciting and popular playwrights. These are plays for a generation of theatre-makers who want to ask questions, challenge assertions, and test the boundaries. They are also for those who love to invent and imagine a world of possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe plays offer young performers an engaging and diverse range of material to perform, read, or study. Touching on themes like trans-rights, the mental health crisis, colonial history, disability activism, and climate change, the collection provides topical and pressing subject matter for students to explore in their performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2024 anthology represents the full set of ten plays offered by the National Theatre 2024 Festival, including eight brand-new plays and two returning favourites. It also includes comprehensive workshop notes that give insights and inspiration for building characters, running rehearsals, and staging a production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47383931125996,"sku":"9781350450059","price":51.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22412873482668.jpg?v=1773389546"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sian-owen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}