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| Author | : Mark Franko |
| Publisher | : Wesleyan University Press |
| Total Pages | : 243 |
| Release | : 2000-01-01 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 9780819563941 |
Leading scholars redefine the scope and concerns of scholarship on historical performance.
| Author | : Mark Franko |
| Publisher | : Wesleyan University Press |
| Total Pages | : 260 |
| Release | : 2000-02-28 |
| Genre | : Art |
| ISBN | : 9780819563958 |
Leading scholars redefine the scope and concerns of scholarship on historical performance.
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| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1916 |
| Genre | : Acting |
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| Author | : Daniel Meyer-Dinkgräfe |
| Publisher | : A&C Black |
| Total Pages | : 234 |
| Release | : 2005-03-01 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 1441103813 |
For centuries the theatre has been one of the major forms of art. How did acting, and its institutionalization in the theatre, begin in the first place? In some cultures complex stories relate the origin of acting and the theatre. And over time, approaches to acting have changed considerably. In the West, until the end of the 19th century, those changes occurred within the realm of acting itself, focusing on the question of whether acting should be 'natural' or 'formal.' Approaches to acting were closely related to the trends in culture at large. Acting became more and more professional and sophisticated as philosophical theories developed and knowledge in the human sciences increased. In the 20th century, the director was established as the most important force in the theater--able to lead actors to pinnacles of their art which they could not have achieved on their own. Approaches to acting in non-Western cultures follow quite different patterns. This book provides a clear overview of different approaches to acting, both historical and contemporary, Western and non-Western, and concludes with a challenge to the future of the art.
| Author | : Jim Cullen |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
| Total Pages | : 263 |
| Release | : 2012-12-10 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 0199927650 |
How do perceptions of the past--not just of particular events, but of the trajectory of history as a whole--shape our experience of the world? Sensing the Past tackles this question with an unlikely source of historical insight--the work of six major Hollywood stars: Clint Eastwood, Daniel Day-Lewis, Denzel Washington, Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, and Jodie Foster. By focusing on the career choices made by these iconic actors, Cullen uncovers a discrete set of historical narratives, revealing the surprising ways historical forces shape our understanding of the world.
| Author | : Sanford Meisner |
| Publisher | : Vintage |
| Total Pages | : 272 |
| Release | : 2012-11-07 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 0307830632 |
Sanford Meisner was one of the best known and beloved teachers of acting in the country. This book follows one of his acting classes for fifteen months, beginning with the most rudimentary exercises and ending with affecting and polished scenes from contemporary American plays. Written in collaboration with Dennis Longwell, it is essential reading for beginning and professional actors alike. Throughout these pages Meisner is a delight—always empathizing with his students and urging them onward, provoking emotion, laughter, and growing technical mastery from his charges. With an introduction by Sydney Pollack, director of Out of Africa and Tootsie, who worked with Meisner for five years. "This book should be read by anyone who wants to act or even appreciate what acting involves. Like Meisner's way of teaching, it is the straight goods."—Arthur Miller "If there is a key to good acting, this one is it, above all others. Actors, young and not so young, will find inspiration and excitement in this book."—Gregory Peck
| Author | : John Gillett |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 321 |
| Release | : 2007-10-29 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 1408147742 |
"A manual full of enabling, easing exercises - it will enable you to analyse any scene. The cry of the actor at sea `I don't know what I'm doing' should, with this book, become a thing of the past' Sam West "I'd recommend this book to anyone wanting an introduction to Stanislavksi or Michael Chekhov or acting in general." Matt Peover, LAMDA trainer and theatre director. "Contains all the important things that need to be said about learning to act...in an extremely logical and sensible manner." Simon Dunmore, Editor Actor's Yearbook An inspiring and technically thorough practical book for actors that sets down a systematic and coherent process for organic, experienced acting. The author offers a step-by-step and demystifying Stanislavski-based approach to text, role, rehearsal and performance to be used in everyday work, and gathers together in one volume the essential tools for recreating human experience. A nuts-and-bolts practical guide with exercises for the actor to work through sequentially. Contains a Foreword by Sam West. John Gillett builds on his experience of teaching at drama school level as well as many decades of acting. This book, by an actor for actors, is a comprehensive, clear and inspirational guide to creating a truthful, dynamic and audience-captivating performance.
| Author | : Maurice Stewart |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 115 |
| Release | : 1990 |
| Genre | : Acting |
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| Author | : James Naremore |
| Publisher | : Univ of California Press |
| Total Pages | : 328 |
| Release | : 1988 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 9780520062283 |
By analysing the work of seven classic film stars including Cary Grant and Marlene Dietrich, the author explores the techniques and theory of acting for the big screen.
| Author | : Seth Barrish |
| Publisher | : Theatre Communications Group |
| Total Pages | : 218 |
| Release | : 2015-05-25 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 1559367970 |
"I was totally unprepared for the transformation that Seth's technique created in me. . . . I realized that what I thought I knew about acting up to that point was largely misguided . . . but I now had a great, talented, dedicated teacher who generously wanted to share his tools with everyone. There is muscularity, not to mention wisdom and truth to Seth's techniques. He is a wonderful teacher, and I know that having him as my first guide is one of the luckiest things to have happened to me in my career and life. And when I can't get back to class with him, I am so grateful I have this book to turn to."—Anne Hathaway "This book is truly unlike anything else I know—these pieces are haikus on specific elements of performance and character building."—Philip Himberg, executive director, Sundance Theatre Institute A collection of practical acting tips, tools, and exercises, An Actor's Companion is ideal for both the seasoned professionals and actors-in-training. The tips—all simple, direct, and useful—are easy to understand and even easier to apply, in both rehearsal and in performance. Seth Barrish is an actor, teacher, and the co-artistic director of The Barrow Group in New York City. In his thirty-year career, he has directed the award-winning shows My Girlfriend's Boyfriend (Lucille Lortel Award for Best Solo Show, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle nominations for Best Solo Show), Sleepwalk With Me (Nightlife Award for Outstanding Comedian in a Major Performance), The Tricky Part (Obie Award, Drama Desk nominations for Best Play and Best Solo Show), Pentecost (Drama Desk nomination for Best Play), Old Wicked Songs (Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award and Garland Award for Best Direction), and Good (Straw Hat Award for Best Direction), among dozens of others.
