Author: Susan Cooper – Middle Grade Carousel

Thribbling

Everyone always had trouble remembering lines, under the pressure of five different plays to perform every week, and there was a fair bit of improvising. “Thribbling,” they called it; isn’t that a great word? But when the play was by Will Shakespeare, actors tried not to thribble,. —KING OF SHADOWS by Susan Cooper

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Discover more Middle Grade books about theater during the month of May! Recommend your favorites, snap a photo, or share a quote using the hashtag #MGCarousel.

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#MGCarousel – 20 Middle Grade Books About Theater

20 Middle Grade books about Theater: CJ and Elza present you with a selection of books featuring performing arts

Our #MGCarousel reading challenge this month is all about THEATER. If you’re looking for more dramatic stories to add to your reading list, CJ and Elza have gathered 20 Middle Grade books that feature performances, young thespians, and all things musical.