Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1844 1877: Later Stages of the Civil War 1863
In the year 1863, US General Ulysses S. Grant succeeds in securing the western theatre of war and moves east to take on Robert E. Lee. [5 min, 51 sec]
British Library
British Library: 20th Century: Theatre Practitioners and Genres
From Stanislavski to Brecht and from Theatre of the Absurd to Theatre Workshop, explore some of the key influences and developments within 20th-century theatre practice.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Pacific Theatre vs. European Theatre
Interview with Stephen Ambrose about the two WWII theatres and Gen. MacArthur's complaints about a lack of funding for the war in the Pacific.
Curated OER
Etc: Theatre of War in the East, 1861 1865
A map of the eastern seat of war during the American Civil War, showing cities, railroads, mountains and terrain, forts, rivers, and significant battle sites.
Curated OER
Etc: Theatre of War in the United States, 1861 1865
A map showing the extent of the Confederate territories east of the Mississippi River during the American Civil War (1861-1865). The map shows state lines and capitals, major cities, forts, battle sites, and rivers in the region. The map...
War Times Journal
War Times Journal: The Pacific War: A World War Ii Summary
This article provides a concise summary of the major events/battles of the Pacific War from the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor to the surrender of Japan in August 1945.
Other
The Mercury Theatre on the Air
Listen to many of the original Mercury Theatre of the Air broadcasts, with Orsen Welles, John Houseman, Agnes Moorehead and others. Also on the site you can find broadcasts of many of the programs from Campbell Playhouse, which is what...
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Victory in the Pacific
This is the accompanying site to the PBS film "Victory in the Pacific." Information provided includes maps by which students can trace the war, eyewitness stories, and discussions by historians.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: The Silent War Against the Japanese Navy
Extensive article which chronicles the efforts of U.S. Naval intelligence to read the secret radio messages of the Japanese Navy.
British Library
British Library: 20th Century: 20th Century Theatre
Find close readings, critical interpretations, and personal responses to the works of key 20th-century playwrights and practitioners, including Samuel Beckett, Harold Pinter, Shelagh Delaney, and Timberlake Wertenbaker.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Oral Storytelling and Dramatization
Learners begin this lesson by discussing what makes a good, vivid story and creating a working checklist of the criteria for a good story. They explore background information about the Mercury Theatre production of the "War of the...
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: Waiting for the Parade
This play is a wonderful study for students to tie in with Remembrance Day. Lots of information on the play here.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Battle of Midway: Turning the Tide in the Pacific
This Teaching with Historic Places lesson plan examines Midway's strategic importance in World War II.
Other
British Theatre Guide: A Thousand Years of British Theatre History (Part 6a)
An article on the trends characteristic of twentieth-century British theater. Addresses the transformation of style which occurred during this time period.
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: The Theatre of the Danish War, 1864
A map of the Theatre of the Danish War in 1864, showing the contested territories of Sleswic (Schleswig), Holstein, and Lauenburg, which Denmark lost to Prussia under the German Confederation.
Curated OER
Etc: The Theatre of the Crimean War, 1854 1855
Map of the theatre of the Crimean War in 1854-1855 between the Russian Empire and the allied forces of the French, British, Turk, and Kingdom of Sardinia.
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: The Theatre of Western Campaigns, 1861 1865
A map showing the Theatre of Western Campaigns in the American Civil War. The map includes parts of the states of Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina, and...
Curated OER
Etc: Theatre of Southwestern Campaigns, 1861 1865
A map showing the theatre of Southwestern Campaigns in the American Civil War. The map includes the northern Gulf Coast and parts of the states of Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, showing major cities, towns, and...
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: The Theatre of Georgia and Carolinas Campaigns, 1861 1865
A map of the parts of Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia involved in the Georgia and the Carolinas campaigns of the American Civil War. The map shows major cities, towns, and ports, railroads, mountain...
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: Billy Bishop Goes to War
This gives an history and synopsis of one of the most famous Canadian musicals ever produced.
Curated OER
Etc: Theatre of the American Rev War in the South, 1775 1783
A map of the southern theater of the American Revolutionary War from the Chesapeake Bay south to Savannah, showing major cities and towns, forts, and important battle sites of the period. An inset map details Yorktown, site of the final...
Musicals 101
Musicals101: History of the Stage Musical 1910 1920
From Jerome Kern's Americanized shows to the Ziegfeld Follies, the stages saw a whole new type of musical from 1910-1920.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Female Soldiers in Wwii
WACS served in all theatres of the war dispelling the notion that women were unfit for combat conditions.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Abraham Lincoln Assassination
Provides detailed facts and information on John Wilkes Booth and other conspirators that were involved in the assassination of President Lincoln in 1865.