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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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