ISBN: 1606060376 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1 Author(s): N/A Publisher: J. Paul Getty Museum Number of Pages: 176
The Art of Ancient Greek Theater considers the vibrant imprint that ancient Greek tragedy and comedy left on the visual arts of classical Greece Theatrical performance as we know it originated in the mid-sixth century BC with choral dances held in honor of Dionysos the Greek god of wine and patron of the theater The great tragedies by Aeschylus Sophocles and Euripides as well as the comedies of Aristophanes and Menander are preserved as some of the worlds most renowned literature and have formed the basis for theater performance as it is still practiced Beyond being popular in their day these plays inspired an array of lively paintings and sculpture and those works represent in some cases the only evidence we have of some of the plays from ancient GreeceOver ninety of these objectspottery vases sculpture reliefs and masksfrom museums across Europe and the United States are featured in this book The nine insightful essays and over 130 illustrations reveal the Greek origins of theater and their multifaceted expression in the visual arts
Sound and Music for the Theatre, Third Edition: The Art & Technique of Design
ISBN: 0240810112 Binding: Paperback Edition: 3 Author(s): Deena Kaye, James LeBrecht Publisher: Focal Press Number of Pages: 344
For every phase of theatrical production Sound and Music for the Theatre traces the entire process of sound design from initial concept through closing night The book discusses the early evolution of a sound design that supports the play from researching sources for music and effects to negotiating a contract It shows how to organize the construction of the sound design elements how the designer functions in a rehearsal and how to set up and train an operator to run sound equipment for a theatrical production This instructive information is interspersed with "war stories" describing real-life problems with solutions that sound designers and composers can apply in their own work
The new third edition still retains its focus on aesthetics techniques and process However it goes beyond to offer a brand new forum on sound reinforcement unique information on computer-assisted playback systems and a comprehensive perspective on using technology to build and execute shows
Features: A fresh look at the technology used to build and execute shows How to maximize the Internet as a major important every day resource for today's sound designers and composers A new roundtable forum discussion with sound reinforcement designers that uncovers insights from the top professionals in this field Everyday paperwork new examples for sound plots and cue sheets to increase the variety of examples you can use or build upon
The Art of Film Acting: A Guide For Actors and Directors
ISBN: 0240805070 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): Jeremiah Comey Publisher: Focal Press Number of Pages: 290
This guide for actors and directors develops a valid method for training performers to act from their core--whether they are cold reading auditioning or performing for film or television This book teaches actors how to achieve and respond to believable and honest emotions before the camera and it maintains that the key to a successful performance lies in how the actors relate to one another and to the circumstances Exercises including script examples throughout the book give readers an easy resource for practicing the principles outlined
The Art of Film Acting applies a classic stage acting method (Stanislavsky) to the more intimate medium of performing before a camera teaching readers to experience an emotion rather than to indicate it
Applies a proven method to screen acting
Includes exercises and practice material
Helps actors train themselves to relate and respond
Theatre For Living: The Art and Science of Community-Based Dialogue
ISBN: 1425124585 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): David Diamond Publisher: Trafford Publishing Number of Pages: 340
Theatre is a primal language that used to be spoken by everyone; everyone included the "living community"
Weaving together Systems Theory and the groundbreaking work of Fritjof Capra Theatre of the Oppressed and the revolutionary work of Augusto Boal and his own 25 years of practical experience in community-based popular theatre David Diamond creates a silo-busting book that embraces the complexity of real life
Some of the questions Theatre for Living asks and attempts to answer: From a perspective of biology and sociology how is a community a living thing How do we design a theatre practice to consciously work with living communities to help them tell their stories How do we accomplish this without demonizing those characters with whom we disagree Must we constantly do battle to defeat an endless stream of oppressors or can we imagine a world in which we stop creating them Why is this important What should we be on the look-out for (both positive and negative) when doing this work What practical games and exercises can we use to awaken group consciousness
Who will be interested in Theatre for Living Artists; community development workers; educators; activists; people working in social services mediation and conflict resolution; health care professionals; anyone with an interest in finding new ways to approach the intersection of culture and social justice
Theatre as Human Action: An Introduction to Theatre Arts
ISBN: 0810856867 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Thomas S. Hischak Publisher: Scarecrow Press Number of Pages: 272
Unlike other introductory theatre textbooks that are often written for theatre majors and assume a considerable amount of previous knowledge this text is designed for the general education student in college - one who may not be familiar with very many plays and has only seen a limited number of theatre productions Because it can be difficult to make references to works that students are already familiar with this text focuses on just four plays: the tragedy Macbeth the American classic Our Town the landmark African American drama A Raisin in the Sun and the contemporary rock musical Rent At the beginning of the text each play is described with plot synopses (and suggested video versions) and then these four representative works are referred to throughout the book
By using these four model plays this textbook aims to inform the student about theatre arts stimulate interest in the art form lead to critical thinking about theatre and prepare the student to be a more informed and critical theatregoer The textbook looks at both the theoretical and practical aspects of theatre arts from the nature of theatre and drama to how it reflects society to explaining the processes that playwrights actors designers directors producers and critics go through Finally the textbook addresses students as contemporary theatregoers and offers ways in which to better view a theatre production to discuss it critically and to do a written evaluation of a theatre event
Structured into seven chapters each looking at a major area or artist - and concluding with the audience and the students themselves - this unique approach to theatre thoroughly addresses all of the major topics to be found in an introduction to theatre text
ISBN: 0714827363 Binding: Paperback Edition: 2 Author(s): Glynne Wickham Publisher: Phaidon Press Number of Pages: 288
The second edition of a survey of 3000 years of theatrical history including opera ballet and spectacle Two new chapters on the 20th-century are included
Playwriting Seminars 2.0: A Handbook on the Art and Craft of Dramatic Writing with an Introduction to Screenwriting
ISBN: Binding: Kindle Edition Edition: Author(s): Richard Toscan Publisher: Number of Pages:
The first edition of Playwriting Seminars has been called a treasure-trove of information philosophy and inspiration (Theatre Journal) an absolutely essential guide to all aspects of playwriting as well as a valuable whitewater raft trip down the rapids of Hollywood screenwriting (Magellan) and a terrific learning environment for writers (WebCrawler Select) The Handbook was originally developed for playwrights and screenwriters but has since been used as well by writers of fiction and nonfiction books Genre novels and their non-fiction equivalents utilize all of the structural elements and issues of plays including point of attack inciting incident foreshadowing and exposition subtext curtain lines (chapter endings) climax and resolution open and closed endings and variant time structures This new edition covers all aspects of writing full-length plays with an expanded treatment of screenwriting for Hollywood and independent filmmakers Ten new diagrams of key elements of dramatic structure have been added Playwriting techniques are explained with many examples from classic and contemporary plays performed today by America's regional theatres as well as on Broadway and Off-Broadway Richard Toscan was Dean of the School of Theatre at the University of Southern California where for many years he taught playwriting and play analysis His professional work as a producer story editor playwright and judge of new play and screenplay competitions informs his approach to what makes new plays work in the contemporary theatre He has worked in association with Lucasfilm and noted figures in theatre film and television That experience has led him to stress the importance of developing voice as a playwright and the dual plot structures used by nearly all produced playwrights today His radio dramas have been broadcast by the BBC NPR CBC and ABC Toscan later taught playwriting and screenwriting while Dean of PSUs School of Fine & Performing Arts More recently he was Dean of VCUs School of the Arts where he founded the Cinema Program By 2006 the first edition of Playwriting Seminars had become a widely used resource in the field
ISBN: 0253354609 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): Howard Caldwell Publisher: Quarry Books Number of Pages: 224
Opening a window on a storied past longtime Indianapolis television journalist and lifelong theatergoer Howard Caldwell presents the story of the magnificent theaters of Indianapolis Caldwell shares with us the pleasure these majestic spaces brought to thousands of Hoosiers during their glory dayswhen an outing to the theater was a special event and film was still a marvel of technology He discusses the roles played by the greatest stars of the day and relates the origins of Indy's famous theaters: the Murat the Circle the Indiana the English and the Lyric to name a few Caldwell points out which theaters featured burlesque shows and vaudeville routines explores the traditions of regional and national theater productions notes when the first motion pictures and talkies came to town and highlights old time musical reviews and symphonic performances Vividly illustrated with rare photos and anecdotes The Golden Age of Indianapolis Theaters celebrates the city's rich theater tradition (2010)
Building the Successful Theater Company (Second Edition)
ISBN: 1581157614 Binding: Paperback Edition: Second Edition Author(s): Lisa Mulcahy Publisher: Allworth Press Number of Pages: 256
The second edition of Building the Successful Theater Company takes readers even deeper into the world of theatrical production examining in great depth the financial realities of establishing--and maintaining--a successful organization This indispensable reference is updated to include more theater company profiles with expert advice to better reveal the pitfalls passions and practicalities of the theater industry The author's been-there-done-that personal experiences along with the wisdom of esteemed theater company heads will encourage readers to aim high and overcome challenges to accomplish all of their creative and financial objectives Everything from finding a performance space to creating a first season to promoting a company and production to designing a long-term plan is discussed in detail in this engaging guide--a sometimes irreverent always relevant look behind the curtain of the modern stage troupe Chapters include developing business and budget plans rehearsing attracting attention with publicity and word-of-mouth adapting to growth and more No other book contains the unique insights and sound advice found in this indispensable reference
ISBN: 1403963959 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): Steven L. Rosenhaus, Allen Cohen Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan Number of Pages: 304
Thiscomplete guide to the modern musical covers the entire process of creating a show from finding and working out the initial idea through the writing of both songs and libretto to the ways in which writers can market a finished show and get it producedThis comprehensive book for the interested theatergoer and writers new or experienced is written in a lively and user-friendly style and illustrated with numerous examples containing a how-to tutorial approach to its subject matter that has never appeared in print With years of theatrical experience between them Steven L Rosenhaus and Allen Cohen have written the best and most comprehensive guide to the Broadway musical
