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Theatre Masks Out Side In examines masks from different angles and perspectives, combining the history, design, construction, and use of masks into one beautifully illustrated resource.

Each chapter includes key information about an element of mask study: history and uses, theatre traditions, practical principles for directing, performing exercises, design considerations, mask-making techniques, and considering makeup as mask. Artist interviews, theatre company profiles, and hundreds of images provide insight into the variety of mask styles and performance applications. Project suggestions, discussion questions, useful worksheets, creative prompts, and resources for sourcing masks are included to inspire further exploration.

Theatre Masks Out Side In is designed with the beginning theatre maker in mind, as well as prop makers, costume designers and technicians, and actors learning to use masks in performance.



Table of Contents

1. First Encounters with Masks 2. Facing the Stage 3. The Director’s Perspective 4. The Actor’s Perspective 5. Masks by Design 6. Mask Making 7. Makeup, A Living Mask

Theatre Masks Out Side In

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    A Paperback / softback by Wendy J. Meaden, Michael A. Brown

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Published 28 February 2023
      ISBN-13 9781138084193
      978-1138084193
      ISBN-10 1138084190
      Also in:
      The arts: general topics Entertainment Acting techniques

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Theatre Masks Out Side In examines masks from different angles and perspectives, combining the history, design, construction, and use of masks into one beautifully illustrated resource.

      Each chapter includes key information about an element of mask study: history and uses, theatre traditions, practical principles for directing, performing exercises, design considerations, mask-making techniques, and considering makeup as mask. Artist interviews, theatre company profiles, and hundreds of images provide insight into the variety of mask styles and performance applications. Project suggestions, discussion questions, useful worksheets, creative prompts, and resources for sourcing masks are included to inspire further exploration.

      Theatre Masks Out Side In is designed with the beginning theatre maker in mind, as well as prop makers, costume designers and technicians, and actors learning to use masks in performance.



      Table of Contents

      1. First Encounters with Masks 2. Facing the Stage 3. The Director’s Perspective 4. The Actor’s Perspective 5. Masks by Design 6. Mask Making 7. Makeup, A Living Mask

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