A play script editing and playing system based on XML

In order to represent a play script using XML, a DTD was defined. However, it is not easy to make XML scripts using text editors for a writer who is not familiar with XML. Moreover, editors do not help actors/actresses use XML scripts for practicing plays. In this research, we develop a syntax-directed XML editor designed for writing XML scripts easily. Also, we implement a system that help actors/actresses practice plays together with multi-clients. Play events are synchronized by a time server synchronizing clocks using the modified Berkeley algorithm. We have evaluated the performance of various event implementation techniques through experiments and have used an appropriate technique for the implementation. By using the system, a writer can easily make an XML script and actors/actresses can practice the play.