Acting techniques Books
Christian Publishers LLC Winning Monologs for Young Actors
Book SynopsisFor speech contests, acting exercises, auditions, or audience entertainment.
£17.99
Christian Publishers LLC The Mime Book A Comprehensive Guide to Mime
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£18.86
Ermor Enterprises,U.S. Irreverent Acting A Bold New Statement on the
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£15.43
Ermor Enterprises Freeing the Actor
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£15.26
Cricket Feet Publishing Selfmanagement for Actors
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£26.96
Atides Publishing The Eight Characters of Comedy A Guide to Sitcom
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£22.46
Methuen Drama The Integrated Actor
Book SynopsisAlex Taylor teaches at the Birmingham School of Acting, UK. Previously, he was Head of Voice at Rose Bruford, UK; Director of the School of Theatre at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK; one of the Master Teachers at the Juilliard School, US; and Head of Voice and Movement at the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. He has directed productions for the National Theatre of Korea and the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, and led masterclasses in acting and voice at the Shanghai Theatre Academy and the University of Korea. He has also worked at the RSC as a voice coach on a number of productions.
£32.14
Arcadia Publishing (SC) Lakewood Theatre Company
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£19.19
Hal Leonard Corporation The Shakespeare Audition How to Get Over Your
Book SynopsisTHE SHAKESPEARE AUDITION:HOW TO GET OVER YOUR FEAR FIND THE RIGHT PIECEAND HAVE A GREAT
£13.29
Hal Leonard Corporation 5 Minute Plays The Applause Acting Series
Book Synopsis5 MINUTE PLAYS
£15.75
North Atlantic Books,U.S. Action Theater: The Improvisation of Presence
Book SynopsisEach chapter of this book presents a single day of the twenty-day training which Ruth Zaporah developed into Action Theater, her investigation into the life-reflecting process of improvisation. This book shows through exercises, stories, anecdotes, and metaphors how to focus attention on the body's awareness of the present moment, moving away from preconceived ideas. Improvisations move through fear, boredom, laziness, and distraction to a sustained awareness of creative options.
£25.65
Hal Leonard Corporation Playing the Audience: The Practical Actor's Guide
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£14.24
Christian Publishers LLC Art of Storytelling: Creative Ideas for
Book SynopsisOnly a live storyteller can impart to a tale that very human touch that brings a gleam of understanding to the listener''s eye. The wonderful world of storytelling is revealed in this resource manual for beginners and seasoned performers. Many ideas for finding, writing, adapting, and presenting stories are included. Story examples and exercises are given throughout. Each chapter is concluded with discussion questions and activities.
£16.14
Christian Publishers LLC Theatre Games & Beyond: A Creative Approach for
Book SynopsisA new teacher''s handbook of over 140 theatre games to stimulate creativity in performers of all ages. The essentials of creative acting skills with games and exercises in twelve units: Unit 1: Group Orientation; Unit 2: Trust; Unit 3: Warming Up; Unit 4: Developing the Senses; Unit 5: Co-ordination and Interaction; Unit 6: Co-operation; Unit 7: Reality; Unit 8: Sensitivity and Communication; Unit 9: Transformation, Discovery and Spontaneity; Unit 10: Characters and Stories; Unit 11: Drawing to Music and Unit 12: Creative Quotations.
£18.04
Christian Publishers LLC Audition Monologs for Student Actors Ii:
Book SynopsisThis anthology contains fifty monologues selected from the work of contemporary English-speaking playwrights for young students and actors 10 to 24 years. The collection is equally divided between male and female characters, and also contains a variety of pieces for students-of-colour. Monologues vary in length from one to two minutes to approximately nine to ten minutes, in order to offer a range of challenges to students for competitive auditions, forensics activities, literary editing, oral interpretation classes, acting studio exercises, and similar applications.
£15.29
Christian Publishers LLC Ultimate Improv Book: A Complete Guide to Comedy
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£18.04
Christian Publishers LLC More One-Act Plays: Acting for Students: An
Book SynopsisThe success of One-Act Plays for Acting Students prompted this follow-up book of twenty-eight contemporary short dramas by nationally known playwrights. Each play has a production time of ten to fifteen minutes, yet each script is a complete work -- no cuttings. Most plays are for two actors -- one woman and one man. Also included are plays for two women, two men, three actors and monologs. No other play anthology offers as wide a selection of characterizations. Twenty-three contemporary American playwrights are represented, including William Borden, Julianne Bernsteln and Bryan Harnetiaux. Also featured are sections on Securing Rights for Your Production and Rehearsing the Play, a booklist of rehearsal helps and a list of additional scripts by the anthology playwrights. Plays are excellent for forensic competitions and classroom use. Some of the plays include: I Wanna Be a Cowboy by John Tuttle, Marla, You''re On by Julianne Bernsteln, Hangman by William Border, The Lemonade Stand by Bryan Harnetiaux, Help Me, I''m Becoming My Mother! by Deanna Riley.
£19.94
Christian Publishers LLC More Theatre Games for Young Performers:
Book SynopsisBy popular demand, we offer a follow-up book of theatre games specifically for young acting students. Written especially for those who coach adolescent actors, this delightfully fresh updated workbook tells you how, when, what and why of theatre games for young performers. Starter scenes allow first-time performers to ease onto the stage in baby steps. Spontaneity is encouraged along with etiquette and basic acting principles. The concept of pantomime, improvisation, character development, voice and body control are all presented in game format with exercises. Anyone working with young actors in schools or recreational centres will find the book exceptionally helpful.
£18.04
Christian Publishers LLC Acting for Life: A Textbook on Acting
Book SynopsisOf all the arts, drama -- with its exploration of human characters and relationships -- is closest to everyday life. This textbook emphasises this connection presenting the fundamentals of drama and acting techniques in the context of ordinary experiences and interactions. The material is arranged sequentially especially with the drama teacher in mind. Subjects progress from basic stage and acting terminology, to more advanced lessons on acting theories. Each chapter includes exercises, activities and discussion questions carefully selected to reinforce the text. Excellent for use with both advanced as well as beginning acting students.
£19.94
Christian Publishers LLC Improv Ideas: A Book of Games and Lists
Book SynopsisIncludes more than seventy games and lists along with a CD-ROM so that you may print these lists directly onto labels or pages for student use.
£19.94
Christian Publishers LLC 275 Acting Games -- Connected: A Comprehensive
Book SynopsisWith almost three hundred performance-tested acting games, this is the largest collection published to date. They were complied from numerous workshops and study sessions. Includes a wide variety of proven activities for learning acting and theatre industry skills. The book is divided into thirty sections including: Audition, Concentration & Focus, Voice, Ensemble, Action & Reaction, Improvisation, Knowing Your Objective, Performance, Thinking Outside the Box, Spatial Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication, Making Choices, Releasing Inhibitions, The Physical Actor and many more. This is an adaptable workbook designed to connect the learning of acting skills with professional auditions and the theatre Industry.
£19.94
Christian Publishers LLC Improvise: Scene from the Inside Out
Book SynopsisRenowned improvisation instructor and award-winning director Mick Napier has been at the heart of the professional improvisation community for over 25 years. The first edition of Improvise. quickly earned its position as necessary reading for improvisation students across the country and around the world and gave birth to a new generation of performers who questioned "The Rules" of improvisation. This expanded and revised edition provides additional advice and tips for success, as well as a full reproduction of Napier''s web journal from his time directing the famous show Paradigm Lost for The Second City that included Tina Fey, Rachel Dratch, and Kevin Dorff. In this entertaining and incredibly informative book, Napier will teach you the essentials of: Why "The Rules" don''t matter; How to take care of yourself in a scene; Using context to your advantage; Effective two-person scenes; Balanced large-cast scenes; Successful auditioning; Solo exercises you can practice at home.
£19.94
Christian Publishers LLC Power Plays: Dramatic Short Plays for Acting
Book SynopsisIntense. Poignant. Moving. Powerful. The twenty short plays in this collection cover a broad spectrum of dramatic situations, including revenge, abuse, loneliness, homelessness, eating disorders, death, and relationships. With moods ranging from sentimental to hard-hitting and from heart-warming to heart-wrenching, the wide variety of topics provides ample opportunities for actors to explore stunning character arcs. These short plays, varying in length from 8 to 15 minutes, are all set in the present day and have cast sizes ranging from two to seven. Designed for optimal ease of use, each play comes complete with a synopsis, cast of characters, setting, and prop list, while the table of contents indicates the cast size and topic. Intended for actors high school age and older, most characters are in their teens or twenties and use language realistic for the situations with some mild profanity. Laurie Allen packs an incredible punch into each and every one of these scenes, making these short plays ideal for contests, a dramatic showcase, or as a conversation starter on a specific topic.
£18.99
Hal Leonard Corporation The Empty Voice: Acting Opera
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£26.32
Smith & Kraus Toward Mastery: An Acting Class with Nikos
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£19.81
Smith & Kraus Acting Tips: Tools, Reminders, Stimuli, and Hints
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£19.00
North Atlantic Books,U.S. The Actor's Secret: Techniques for Transforming
Book SynopsisOffering revolutionary new training for the actor, The Actor''s Secret teaches actors and performers how to incorporate the fundamentals of the Alexander Technique, Somatic Experiencing®, and Breathing Coordination in order to reduce performance anxiety and stress; improve stage presence, breathing, and vocal production; and restore well-being and healthy functioning. These three kinesthetic disciplines are designed to lead to profound change and healing through body-mind reeducation. Part I explains in detail the principles of the three techniques. A practical method for self-improvement and neuromuscular reeducation, the Alexander Technique focuses on changing inefficient habits of movement and patterns of tension that inhibit the ability to move easily. Breathing Coordination helps increase breathing capacity and awareness. A method for resolving emotional trauma, Somatic Experiencing® follows a process of tracking bodily sensations to restore vitality and health. Enhanced with over 100 instructive photos, Parts II and III present explorations and exercises that draw on elements of the three methods. Topics covered include the importance of presence and non-doing; the proper mechanics of vocalization and singing; the understanding of character and role; and the actor''s journey from auditions to performance, including initial script preparation, rehearsal, monologue, and scene work. Developed by Betsy Polatin, a movement specialist and master lecturer at Boston University''s College of Fine Arts, the book''s exercises provide the actor with simple tools for exploring his or her acting work. Most techniques and self-help books teach a new way of "doing." The secret of this book lies in "non-doing." When the actor learns to first recognize and then suspend habitual patterns, he or she opens the door to deeper artistic choices. "I have worked with many fine Alexander Technique teachers over the years and Betsy Polatin is far and away one of the finest. Her touch, her instincts, and her knowledge are miraculous."—Andre Gregory, actor and director, My Dinner with Andre
£18.90
North Atlantic Books,U.S. Improvisation On the Edge: Notes from On and Off
Book SynopsisDirected not only toward actors, dancers, and other performing artists who draw upon improvisation as part of their craft, this Zen-infused memoir of a life lived creatively will pique the interest of anyone in search of liberation from self-limiting concepts. What does it mean to live in a body? What does it mean to improvise? Do we wonder whether we''re capable of improvising—to make up things as we go, step into the unknown, take a risk that changes our notion of ourselves and the world? Author Ruth Zaporah has been a professional physical theater performer, writer, director, and teacher for forty years. Early on she realized that with a shift of perception, every moment of an improvisation holds both the familiar and the utterly new. With the same shift, so does every moment of life; every moment holds both the known and the unknown. And, as Zaporah says, "The body leads the way in this book. In each chapter the world is experienced by it and of it. It is the body that adds richness, wildness, and grace. The body invokes images and feelings. It is the body that imagines." Improvisation on the Edge recounts events from Zaporah''s life such as improvisational shows in the war zones of Sarajevo and Kosovo; apprenticing with a Huichol medicine woman from Chiapas, Mexico; understanding the concept of "practice" while on a beach; a bus ride in Cuba; a car ride in Estonia; the intricacies of onstage collaborations. Interspersed are chapters about awareness, listening, adapting, resiliency, time, space, silence, simplicity—all within the context of everyday life in the body. In several other chapters, Ruth writes from the logical (and nonlinear) voice of the improviser as she is on stage, within the immediate embodied process. A fascinating glimpse into the mind of an artist and true master of improvisation, this book will appeal to performers, teachers, and anyone who has ever needed to "wing it" with confidence and grace. Table of Contents 1. Something That Needs Listening To 2. Mirror Mirror 3. On My Wall 4. Tutu Solitude 5. A Mind in Three Episodes 6. A Splish Splash Orchestra 7. A Take on Talk 8. Bobby''s River 9. Roar 10. Meet Yourself Babe 11. Nuts and Bolts 12. Out of Chaos 13. Changing Course 14. The Flying Shaman 15. You Could Say Death 16. Ain''t It The Truth 17. The Raging Boomerang 18. See This Feel That 19. Stalking War 20. Your Mother Just Died Christina, Leave the Backdoor Open 21. The Illusive Genture 22. A Pack of Lies 23. Again Gun and Boys 24. A Ride in Estonia 25. Art and Heart 26. Floating to the Surface 27. Stuffed With Junk 28. A Chair in Cuba 29. Any Where Practice 30 Teacher Says 31. Older and Under
£12.59
Martino Fine Books To the Actor
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£12.71
Martino Fine Books Acting A Handbook of the Stanislavski Method
£16.09
Hal Leonard Corporation Voice and Speech Training in the New Millennium:
Book SynopsisVoice and speech training has long been a part of the fabric of actor training and the training of those whose task it has been to persuade through the voice: primarily actors politicians lawyers and other public speakers. ÊVoice and Speech Training in the New MillenniumÊ is a collection of interviews with 24 of today's leading voice and speech teachers each of whom has contributed to the advancement of the field and made today's training a cutting edge component of actor training. Included are interviews with master teachers Richard Armstrong Cicely Berry Patsy Rodenburg Kristin Linklater Catherine Fitzmaurice Dudley Knight Robert Barton Rocco DalVera Natsuko Ohama Nancy Krebs Bonnie Raphael Susan Sweeney Fran Bennett Louis Colaianni Nancy Houfek Jan Gist Andrea Haring Saul Kotzubei Robert Neff Williams Andrew Wade David Carey Phil Thompson Deb Kinghorn and Gillian Lane-Plescia. Amidst their similarities and differences in approach is a unified spirit and acknowledgment that voice work is of fundamental importance to the actor's training process and has the potential to resonate profoundly with the actor and with the audience.
£14.24
BookBaby Voice-Over Success Secrets: How to Make Big Money With Your Speaking Voice Without Leaving Your Home
£13.59
Nimbus Publishing Limited The Last Epistle of Tightrope Time
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£14.20
Silman-James Press Secret Magic Stuff for Actors
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£22.36
Les Belles Lettres Paradoxe Sur Le Comedien: Precede d'Un Entretien
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£28.12
Ma Non Troppo Manual del Actor
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£15.33
