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A groundbreaking, cross-cultural reference work exploring the diversity of expression found in rituals, festivals, and performances, uncovering acting techniques and practices from around the world.

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The Wing has produced the Working in the Theatre seminars, a series that features the greatest names in theatre. Spanning the range of these seminars, this title provides the information, anecdotes, heartaches, and triumphs. It enables the readers to learn what a career in the theatre is really about, from inspiration to a Tony or Pulitzer Prize.

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Explores the actor as subversive celebrant in premodern popular theatre, with special attention to Aristophanes' Frogs, medieval mystery plays, and Shakespeare's As You Like It.

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Containing transcripts of young actors interviewing their seniors, this book includes notes from John Gielgud and an introduction by Peter Gill.

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Contains over 40 speeches and includes a wide selection of pieces taken from plays such as Losing Louis", "Whose Life is it Anyway" and "His Dark Materials". There are speeches for a variety of accents and ages, taken from both classical and modern plays, to suit various audition requirements."

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Inspired by the work of Polish director Jerzy Grotowski, this guide to acting technique explains how a special series of physical exercises can open a path to the actor's inner creativity and offers helpful tips on how to bridge the gap between physical training and practical scene and character te

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Not only a personal story but also a workbook for actors and directors wishing to understand and employ Peter Brook's techniques. The author became a leading member of Peter Brook's theatre company and his account includes an explanation of the genesis of the techniques and exercises.

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Now in its fifth edition, An Actor's Guide to Getting Work is an invaluable book which continues to provide students and young actors with an insider's advice to equip them for the cut-throat world of professional theatre. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to incorporate current trends and practices in the industry.

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Yoshi Oida infuses his acting and directing with the artistry of Oriental traditions and a mastery of Western forms. In this study of the art of acting he shares his unique experience and range of expertise. An Actor's Tricks offers a meticulous scrutiny of the actor's preparation for performance.

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re you Angry We are, so we wrote a play and stole a bass guitar which I'm sure we'll fit in somewhere.

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In the 20th century, the director was established as the most important force in the theatre. Approaches to acting in non-Western cultures follow different patterns. This work provides an overview of different approaches to acting, both historical and contemporary, Western and non-Western.

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A collection of audition speeches for male Black, South Asian and Middle Eastern actors, from a broad selection of plays by British and international playwrights.

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A collection of audition speeches for female Black, South Asian and Middle Eastern actors, from a broad selection of plays by British and international playwrights.

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A broad collection of speeches for female roles for a variety of accents and ages. Complete with invaluable comments from directors, casting directors, actors and teachers, this edition has been compiled by experienced actor and teacher, Jean Marlow.

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This revised edition contains over 40 speeches and includes a wide selection of pieces taken from plays written or produced recently, such as Nathan the Wise, All the Ordinary Angels, The Woman Before, Oleanna, (David Mamet), Pygmalion and New Boy

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"A selection of Brecht's principal writings for directors and theatre practitioners"--Page 4 of cover.

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"A selection of Brecht's principal writings for directors and theatre practitioners"--Page 4 of cover.

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A unique and essential guide for teachers, students, and actors who are approaching classical texts.

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A collection of classical audition speeches selected from plays spanning the following periods; Elizabethan-Jacobean, Restoration, 18th century and late 19th to early 20th century. For each speech a synopsis of the scene is outlined and the age and accent of the character listed.

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A collection of classical audition speeches selected from plays spanning the following periods; Elizabethan-Jacobean, Restoration, 18th century and late 19th to early 20th century. For each speech a synopsis of the scene is outlined and the age and accent of the character listed.