Past into Present Effective Techniques for First-Person Historical Interpretation

Name: Past into Present Effective Techniques for First-Person Historical Interpretation
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ISBN: 9780807847107

ISBN-10: 0807847100

ISBN-13: 9780807847107

Edition: 1998

Authors: Stacy F. Roth

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First-person interpretationthe portrayal of historical characters through interactive dramatization or roleplayingis an effective, albeit controversial, method used to bring history to life at museums, historic sites, and other public venues. Stacy Roth examines the techniques of first-person interpretation to identify those that have been most effective with audiences while allowing interpreters to maintain historical fidelity. Past into Presentfocuses on first-person interpretation's most challenging form: the unscripted, spontaneous, conversational approach employed in "living history" environments such as Plimoth Plantation in Massachusetts, Conner Prairie in Indiana, and Colonial…

Book details

List price: $42.50
Copyright year: 1998
Publisher: University of North Carolina Press
Publication date: 5/25/1998
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 272
Size: 6.12" wide x 9.25" long x 0.61" tall
Weight: 0.990
Language: English

Stacy F. Roth is codirector of History on the Hoof, a company that creates, organizes, and performs a variety of interpretive presentations on historical themes.



Acknowledgments


Introduction



New Approaches to History An Overview



The Terminology of Living History And First-Person Interpretation



Goals, Benefits, and Drawbacks



Development of First-Person Interpretation



Foundations for Historical Roleplaying



Before Interpretation Starts Planning, Research, and Development



Is First-Person Interpretation Theater?



Developing a Character



Interaction across the Centuries



Communication Challenges



The Role of the Visitor



Breaking the Ice and Encouraging Interaction



The Art of Conversation



Body Language and Tone of Voice



Roleplay and Relevance Shaping Interpretation for Different Audiences



Interpreting to Adults, Families, Seniors And Foreign Visitors



Interpreting to Children



Interpreting to Audiences with Special Needs



Interpreting Special Situations Conflict, Controversy, and Heightened Emotion



Glossary



The Ultimate Character Development List A Guide for the Gung-ho Interpreter



Participants



Selected Sites Featuring First-Person Interpretation


Notes


Bibliography


Index