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Acting techniques
Hardback. Explains how to analyse a script of libretto, shows how to develop a character building on material in the score, and gives the singing performer the tools to act believably. This book addresses the problems of concenration, trust, and projection, among others, and includes concrete examples from opera and musical theatre. Num Pages: 264 pages, 4 line drawings. BIC Classification: ANC; AVGC9; AVGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 157 x 23. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195145403
- ISBN
- 9780195145403
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 60.57
€ 60.57
Paperback. The modern era in the theatre is remarkable for the extraordinary role and influence of theoretical practitioners, whose writings have shaped our sense of the possibilities and objectives of performance. This study offers a critical exploration of the theoretical writings of modern practitioners. Num Pages: 208 pages, biography. BIC Classification: ANC; DSBH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 143 x 220 x 12. Weight in Grams: 274.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333775424
- ISBN
- 9780333775424
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 38.69
€ 38.99
€ 38.69
Paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages, 128 Black and White Photographs. BIC Classification: ANC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 237 x 14. Weight in Grams: 660.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- North Atlantic Books,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781583946824
- ISBN
- 9781583946824
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 20.36
€ 27.99
€ 20.36
Paperback. The "Actors on Shakespeare" series draws on the contemporary relevance of, and enjoyment to be found in, Shakespeare. Each book provides an introduction to a particular play from an individual actor's perspective; here Emma Fielding offers her view of Viola and "Twelfth Night". Series Editor(s): Nicholson, Colin. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; ANC; APB; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 176 x 110 x 5. Weight in Grams: 60. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KKD0006110
- ISBN
- 9780571214020
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 17.95
€ 17.95
Paperback. The "Actors on Shakespeare" series draws on the contemporary relevance of, and enjoyment to be found in, Shakespeare. Each book provides an introduction to a particular play from an individual actor's perspective; here Simon Callow offers his view of Falstaff in "Henry IV, Part I" Editor(s): Nicholson, Colin. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; ANC; APB; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 177 x 112 x 9. Weight in Grams: 72. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Edition
- Main
- SKU
- KKD0006111
- ISBN
- 9780571214068
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 17.95
€ 17.95
Paperback. The "Actors on Shakespeare" series draws on the contemporary relevance of, and enjoyment to be found in, Shakespeare. Each book provides an introduction to a particular play from an individual actor's perspective; here Vanessa Redgrave offers her view of Cleopatra and "Antony and Cleopatra". Series Editor(s): Nicholson, Colin. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; ANC; APB; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 178 x 112 x 7. Weight in Grams: 50. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KKD0006112
- ISBN
- 9780571212354
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 17.95
€ 17.95
Paperback. Brief and to-the-point, this guide offers the wisdom gained from Michael Caine's 25 years in film to film actors and fans. It includes chapters on preparation, close-ups, the art of spontaneity, voice, characterization, behaviour on and off the set, working with directors and being a star. Series: The Applause Acting Series. Num Pages: 174 pages, 40 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: ANC; APF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 141 x 10. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Hal Leonard Corporation United States
- Edition
- New edition
- Number of pages
- 174
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781557832771
- ISBN
- 9781557832771
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 21.01
€ 24.99
€ 21.01
Paperback. Num Pages: 66 pages. BIC Classification: ANC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 202 x 130 x 6. Weight in Grams: 95.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Theatre Communications Group Inc.,U.S. United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 66
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781559360029
- ISBN
- 9781559360029
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 8.78
€ 8.78
Paperback. Num Pages: 196 pages, illustrated. BIC Classification: ANC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 144 x 216 x 9. Weight in Grams: 150.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Peter Owen
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780720610949
- ISBN
- 9780720610949
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.12
€ 11.99
€ 10.12
Paperback. This fully illustrated manual provides a guide to the physical, vocal and improvisational dynamics of non-western performance and a practical approach to creating vibrant theatrical work. The book is provides exercises, advice and a clear training process for the inquiring actor or director. Num Pages: 168 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: ANC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 175 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 168
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415281881
- ISBN
- 9780415281881
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.72
€ 46.72
Paperback. A practical handbook for those wanting to use drama and theatre to explore issues in their work with young people, this book has developed from ten years of active research in community settings. The authors' holistic approach to theatre-making draws on theatre in education, community theatre, youth work, group work and conflict resolution. Num Pages: 256 pages, index. BIC Classification: ANC; JFSP1; JFSP2; MMJT; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 15. Weight in Grams: 400.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853026324
- ISBN
- 9781853026324
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.46
€ 39.46
Paperback. Num Pages: 264 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, 8 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: ANC; KJS; VSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 164 x 22. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810891593
- ISBN
- 9780810891593
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 28.46
€ 40.99
€ 28.46
Paperback. Suitable for an experienced or novice workshop leader, working in theatre, teaching or training in education or business, this title shows you how to stimulate workshop participants, through a series of exercises and examples, to release their energy, to free their bodies and their voices, to listen, to think, and more. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: ANC; JNU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 134 x 12. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber United Kingdom
- Edition
- Main
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780571191611
- ISBN
- 9780571191611
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.86
€ 18.86
Hardback. Working from the premise that the stage performer's primary functions derive from celebrative rituals, this book describes the figure of the actor as "anti-character" in premodern popular theatre. It focuses on Aristophanes' "Frogs", the medieval mystery plays, and Shakespeare's "As You Like It". Series: Contributions in Drama & Theatre Studies. Num Pages: 216 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: ANC; DSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313313042
- ISBN
- 9780313313042
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 78.29
€ 78.29
hardcover. Three volumes representing the best Shakespeare criticism of the last fifty years. Editor(s): Alexander, Catherine. Num Pages: 1416 pages, 3 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; ANC; ANH; APB; ASZD; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 90. Weight in Grams: 3505.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 1416
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780521824330
- ISBN
- 9780521824330
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 458.93
€ 458.93
Paperback. An actor's deepest desire is to be understood. But when asked to pronounce such words as "chanson," "phantasime," or "quaestor," many otherwise unflappable actors can be rendered speechless. This book aims to untie those tongues and help anyone speak Shakespeare's language with ease. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; ANC; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226006314
- ISBN
- 9780226006314
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 27.64
€ 34.99
€ 27.64
Hardcover. An actor's deepest desire is to be understood. But when asked to pronounce such words as 'chanson,' 'phantasime,' or 'quaestor,' many otherwise unflappable actors can be rendered speechless. This title aims to untie those tongues and help those who speak Shakespeare's language with ease. Num Pages: 432 pages. BIC Classification: ANC; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226491158
- ISBN
- 9780226491158
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 91.76€ 75.68
€ 91.76
€ 75.68
Paperback. Num Pages: 318 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: ANC; APF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520071940
- ISBN
- 9780520071940
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 27.25
€ 37.99
€ 27.25
Hardback. Actors and Icons of the Ancient Theater examines actors and their popular reception from the origins of theater in Classical Greece to the Roman Empire. This insighful new text offers the first systematic survey of evidence for the spread of theater outside Athens and the impact of the expansion of theater upon actors and dramatic literature. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: ANC; DS; HB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405135368
- ISBN
- 9781405135368
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.02
€ 130.02
Paperback. The study of theatre is of great value to psychologists because it is a vital part of life. This thoroughly revised and updated second edition provides a unique and up--to--date analysis of what psychology has to offer for actors, musicians, singers and dancers. Num Pages: 260 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: ANC; JMM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 158 x 234 x 15. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861562609
- ISBN
- 9781861562609
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.41
€ 74.41