Introducing readers theatre: definition and background of readers theatre -- Collaboration is key : the value of the collaborative reader-centered model -- Exploring a wealth of possibilities : ways to use readers theatre in library settings -- Setting the stage : steps for creating readers theatre experiences -- Sharing the pleasure of the words: tips for readers theatre performances -- Adapting literature to script: Examples and analysis of portions of readers theatre scripts -- Pre-performance preparation: sample timelines for planning a readers theatre experience -- Appendix A. Sample program -- Appendix B. Sample readers theatre classroom assignment.