Magic Theatre Software

	Magic Theatre brings the tradition of storytelling into the computer age by enabling children as young as three to make their own animated movies. Developed in conjunction with educators, artists and most importantly children, Magic Theatre allows the fluid blending of illustration, animation, narration and music. The result is stunning computer movies that belie the ease with which they were created. Children develop their artistic skills, speech, extemporization, sense of drama and above all, are able to tell their own story. Communication skills are essential in all walks of life and Magic Theatre is a great start.
	The Magic Theatre CD-ROM requires a PC running Windows 3.1, 95/98 or NT & ME/2000/XP with downloadable update. To use its sound capabilities, the PC should have a MPC compatible sound card and speakers. The Software requires a minimum of 4 megabytes of memory and a 640 x 480, 256 SVGA video display, and approximately 3 free megabytes of space on your hard disk. Magic Theatre comes with a FREE microphone.
Features and Benefits Click and drag animation lets you make movies quickly and easily. Extensive libraries of: animations, scenery, objects, paint effects, traces, sound effects and music means movies can be made on endless subjects. Popular with girls as well as with boys providing both genders with action filled computer excitement. Free microphone included means there are no excuses for not narrating. Verbal help and icon-based user interface enables even pre-readers can use Magic Theatre. Automatic coordination of sound and graphics renders the movies effortlessly synchronized. Automatic saving and naming of movies means no keyboard use or computer administration is required . Multiple scene feature permits movies to be of any length and complexity. Copy movies to diskette to share with other Magic Theatre users. Extensive selection of paint tools allows children to create their own graphics and effects, not just depend on what is in the libraries. Ability to trace objects develops users hand-eye coordination and artistic skills. Movies randomly played at startup are entertaining, stimulating and illustrate the many ways the product can be used. Educational Benefits Develop verbal communication skills. Build critical thinking, planning and organization. Stimulate imagination and encourage storytelling. Enhance artistic skills.
	Download a free Magic Theatre Demo for Windows (1 Meg)
	Download Magic Theatre Update for Windows ME/2000/XP.
	Ordering information for Magic Theatre CD-ROM for Windows 3.1, 95/ 98 ($19.95).
	Magic Theatre awards and reviews.
	See some of the most popular Magic Theatre characters
	Magic and Education. Research conducted on Magic Theatre at Dublin City University and a paper on the educational benefits of Magic Theatre.
	Have a peek at Magic Theatre. Click and learn how to use it. (Requires frames capable browser)
	Frequently asked questions and their answers about using Magic Theatre products and how to submit movies.
	The Movie Library. Some of the best movies made for Magic Theatre, Haunted House and the Spider-man, X-MEN and Batman Cartoon Makers.