Download or read book Acting the Essence written by Giuliano Campo and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-06-10 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acting the Essence examines the theory, practice, and history of the art of the performer from the perspective of its inner nature as work on oneself, within, around, and beyond the pedagogy of the actor. Ref lecting primarily on the legacy of Jerzy Grotowski, this book is composed of a series of ref lections on the Stanislavskian lineage of practitioners and related authors, in an attempt to revive awareness of the original path traced by the Russian master and to refine certain ambiguities in contemporary training. In a new media age of image and sound, accompanied by a proliferation of new technologies and means to communicate, emphasised by the COVID-19 crisis, a classic question comes to be asked of us again: What is the essence and the principal objective of the work of the performer? Is performing art still necessary? While proposing a theoretical advancement of the discipline and an historical overview of the relevant practices, this book provides tools for a better understanding of the traditional function of the performer’s practice as work on the self, for its ecological renaissance through a conscient use of trance, attention, and altered states of consciousness. This book offers insight for students in drama, theatre, and performance courses studying acting and performance at university.
Download or read book The Essence of Acting written by Lloyd Green and published by . This book was released on 2023-11-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an immersive exploration into the heart of the performing arts with "The Essence of Acting: Techniques, Triumphs, and Trials." This comprehensive tome delves deep into the multifaceted world of acting, offering readers an unparalleled journey from its historical origins to the cutting-edge practices of today's most accomplished actors. At its core, acting is an art form that has captivated audiences for centuries, evolving from the ancient amphitheaters to the glittering lights of modern cinema. This book begins by tracing the rich lineage of acting, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of its transformative power. As we venture further, "The Essence of Acting" reveals the actor's most vital tools: body and voice. These chapters are dedicated to refining and maintaining these instruments, essential for any actor seeking to convey emotion and story with authenticity and precision. The heart of the book delves into the diverse tapestry of acting techniques that have shaped the craft. From the revolutionary Stanislavski system to the spontaneous Meisner technique, readers will gain insights into the philosophies and practices that enable actors to deliver captivating performances. Character development and script analysis are unraveled, providing actors with the tools to create intricate, believable characters. The book guides you through the nuances of script dissection, enabling you to unlock the emotional and narrative depth within each line. "The Essence of Acting" doesn't shy away from the practical aspects of the craft. It offers a candid look into the rehearsal process, audition techniques, and the subtleties of acting for the camera. These chapters provide practical strategies and insights that are invaluable for both the aspiring actor and the seasoned professional. The emotional life of an actor is examined with compassion and understanding, acknowledging the psychological challenges and triumphs intrinsic to the craft. This book emphasizes the importance of self-care, advocating for mental and physical wellness amidst the pressures of the industry. Acting is not merely a profession; it's a journey of continual growth and reinvention. "The Essence of Acting: Techniques, Triumphs, and Trials" is a testament to this journey. It serves as a comprehensive guide for those seeking to understand the depths of acting and a source of inspiration for those committed to the ongoing pursuit of excellence in their performances. Whether you're taking your first steps onto the stage or have years of experience under the spotlight, this book is a treasure trove of wisdom, offering a nuanced understanding of the challenges and rewards that define the essence of acting.
Download or read book The Pure Act of Acting written by Rudolf Bernauer and published by . This book was released on 1983* with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Acting and Essence written by Ashley Wain and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This thesis presents a practical hermeneutic-phenomenological inquiry into experiences of presence and essence in actor training and performance, within the Stanislavski tradition and in the neutral mask, associated with the Copeau tradition.
Download or read book The Actor s Guide to Creating a Character written by William Esper and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Esper, one of the most celebrated acting teachers of our time, takes us through his step-by-step approach to the central challenge of advanced acting work: creating and playing a character. Esper’s first book, The Actor’s Art and Craft, earned praise for describing the basics taught in his famous first-year acting class. The Actor’s Guide to Creating a Character continues the journey. In these pages, co-author Damon DiMarco vividly re-creates Esper’s second-year course, again through the experiences of a fictional class. Esper’s training builds on Sanford Meisner’s legendary exercises, a world-renowned technique that Esper further developed through his long association with Meisner and the decades he has spent training a host of distinguished actors. His approach is flexible enough to apply to any role, helping actors to create characters with truthful and compelling inner lives.
Download or read book Acting and Being written by Elizabeth Hess and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-12-28 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, educator-actor-playwright-director Elizabeth Hess offers systematic and original explorations in performance technique. This hybrid approach is a fusion of physical theater modalities culled from Western practices (Psycho-physical actions, Viewpoints) Eastern practices (Butoh, Kundalini yoga) and related performance disciplines (Mask, Puppetry). Behavioral, physiological and psychological ‘states of being’ are engaged to unlock impulses, access experience and enlarge the imagination. Through individual, partnered and collective explorations, actors uncover a character’s essence and level of consciousness, their energy center and body language, and their archetype and relationship to universal themes. Magic (to pretend, as if), Metaphor (to compare, as like) and Myth (to pattern after, as in) provide the foundation for generating transformative, empathetic and expansive artistic expression. Explorations can be adapted to character work, scene study and production, including original/devised work and established text, to illuminate singular and surprising work through collaborative creativity that is inventive, inclusive and alive.
Download or read book The Essence of Cagney written by Ellen Matney and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-27 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything was against him from the beginning; poor parents, a sickly infant, bullied as a child, directionless adult, but he still made it. He angered his studio, but fans adored him. What made Cagney, Cagney? You have seen his films, now meet the man. It was not the movies that made the man, it was the man who made the movies. --Ellen Matney
Download or read book The Actor s Art and Craft written by William Esper and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2008-12-10 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Esper, one of the leading acting teachers of our time, explains and extends Sanford Meisner's legendary technique, offering a clear, concrete, step-by-step approach to becoming a truly creative actor.Esper worked closely with Meisner for seventeen years and has spent decades developing his famous program for actor's training. The result is a rigorous system of exercises that builds a solid foundation of acting skills from the ground up, and that is flexible enough to be applied to any challenge an actor faces, from soap operas to Shakespeare. Co-writer Damon DiMarco, a former student of Esper's, spent over a year observing his mentor teaching first-year acting students. In this book he recreates that experience for us, allowing us to see how the progression of exercises works in practice. The Actor's Art and Craft vividly demonstrates that good training does not constrain actors' instincts—it frees them to create characters with truthful and compelling inner lives.
Download or read book Essence to Action written by Christopher Niess and published by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2010-03 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Graduate and professional actor training provide countless hours in exercises designed to improve acting skill. However an artist s education seeks to accumulate a personal definition of what exactly it is that we do onstage as actors, and by what individual process we arrive at a performance. Essence to Action chronicles the development of an actor s process through three roles, and finishes with the discovery in rehearsal and in performance of the all-important dynamic between an ensemble and the individual performer. Within this monograph the transformation is documented that takes place on the way to performance and examines how resolving issues of trust and control are essential to that transformation.
Download or read book Towards a Poor Theatre written by Jerzy Grotowski and published by . This book was released on 1969 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Articles by Jerzy Grotowski, interviews with him and other supplementary material presenting his method and training.
Download or read book The Michael Chekhov Handbook written by Lenard Petit and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-09-10 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Petit's words go right to the heart of Chekhov's technique ... Anyone looking for a key to understanding more about Michael Chekhov's technique will devour it.' – Jessica Cerullo, Michael Chekhov Association, NYC The Michael Chekhov technique is today seen as one of the most influential and inspiring methods of actor training in existence. In The Michael Chekhov Handbook, Lenard Petit draws on twenty years of teaching experience to unlock and illuminate this often complex technique. Petit uses four sections to guide those studying, working with or encountering Chekhov's approach for the first time: the aims of the technique – outlining the real aims of the actor the principles – acting with energy, imagination and creative power the tools – the actor’s use of the body and sensation the application – bringing the technique into practice The Michael Chekhov Handbook’s explanations and exercises will provide readers with the essential tools they need to put the rewarding principles of this technique into use. Lenard Petit is the Artistic Director of The Michael Chekhov Acting Studio in New York City. He teaches Chekhov Technique in the MFA and BFA Acting programs at Rutgers University. He was a contributor and co-creator of the DVD, Master Classes in The Michael Chekhov Technique, published by Routledge.
Download or read book Playing Shakespeare written by John Barton and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2010-11-10 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Playing Shakespeare is the premier guide to understanding and appreciating the mastery of the world’s greatest playwright. Together with Royal Shakespeare Company actors–among them Patrick Stewart, Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, Ben Kingsley, and David Suchet–John Barton demonstrates how to adapt Elizabethan theater for the modern stage. The director begins by explicating Shakespeare’s verse and prose, speeches and soliloquies, and naturalistic and heightened language to discover the essence of his characters. In the second section, Barton and the actors explore nuance in Shakespearean theater, from evoking irony and ambiguity and striking the delicate balance of passion and profound intellectual thought, to finding new approaches to playing Shakespeare’s most controversial creation, Shylock, from The Merchant of Venice. A practical and essential guide, Playing Shakespeare will stand for years as the authoritative favorite among actors, scholars, teachers, and students.
Download or read book A Leap from the Method written by Allan Rich and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2007 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Divorce That Finds You takes the reader, via a unique and dynamic e-mail relationship of two friends, through the pain of a breakup and into the beauty and joy of a new life. As one character aptly says, "You get out of a bad life and look at the new and beautiful things you attract to yourself." On another level, the book subtly and gently offers the reader insights into a "Science of Mind" approach to life and the active participation we each posses in the selection of our own destiny, both on a daily and cosmic scale, whether we recognize it or not. The choice is ours.
Download or read book The Vakhtangov Sourcebook written by Andrei Malaev-Babel and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2011-03 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotation Yevgeny Vakhtangov pioneered Fantastic Realism through his innovative theatrical concepts. This book compiles new translations of his work on the art of theatre creating a primary source of original material on this theatrical master.
Download or read book The Man from Essence written by Edward Lewis and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essence magazine is the most popular, well respected, and largest circulated black women’s magazine in history. Largely unknown is the remarkable story of what it took to earn that distinction. The Man from Essence depicts with candor and insight how Edward Lewis, CEO and publisher of Essence, started a magazine with three black men who would transform the lives of millions of black American women and alter the American marketplace. Throughout Essence’s storied history, Ed Lewis remained the cool and constant presence, a quiet-talking corporate captain and business strategist who prevailed against the odds and the naysayers. He would emerge to become the last man standing—the only partner to survive the battles that raged before the magazine was sold to Time, Inc. in the largest buyout of a black-owned publication by the world’s largest publishing company. By the time Lewis did the deal with Time, the little magazine that limped from the starting gate in 1970 with a national circulation of 50,000, had grown into a powerhouse with a readership of eight million. The story of Essence is ultimately the story of American business, black style. From constant battles with a racist advertising community to hostile takeover attempts, warring partners packing heat, mass firings, and mass defections—all of which revealed inherent challenges in running a black business—the saga is as riveting as any thriller. In this engaging business memoir, Ed Lewis tells the inspiring story of how his own rise from humble South Bronx beginnings to media titan was shaped by the black women and men in his life. This in turn helped shape a magazine that has changed the face of American media.
Download or read book The Essence of Line written by Jay McKean Fisher and published by Pennsylvania State University Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rarely seen drawings and watercolors by some of the most influential French artists of the nineteenth century are the subject of this richly illustrated publication from The Baltimore Museum of Art and the Walters Art Museum. From revealing preparatory sketches to exquisite finished watercolors, more than 100 works by artists such as Eugene Delacroix, Honore Daumier, Paul Cezanne, and Edgar Degas illuminate the range of French art over the course of a century of innovation. The BMA and the Walters have combined holdings of more than 900 French drawings from the nineteenth century, one of the nation's strongest and richest collections of French art from this period. The publication also includes works from the Peabody Institute Art Collection of the Maryland State Archives. The Essence of Line offers the first comprehensive discussion of the formation of these collections and their significance for the history of French art. The catalogue includes essays by Jay McKean Fisher, William R. Johnston, and Cheryl K. Snay that provide insights into the artistic, commercial, and social functions that drawings served for their creators and collectors, as well as how collecting patterns influenced the development of modernism. Conservator Kimberly Schenck bridges the worlds of the collector and of the artist by examining the production and the use of drawing materials in an epoch of radical changes in technique as well as style. Published on the occasion of an exhibition jointly organized by The Baltimore Museum of Art and the Walters Art Museum, this book presents a panorama of sketches, watercolors, and presentation drawings, many of them little known outside a small circle of experts. It is correlated with an online database of more than 900 nineteenth-century French drawings in the holdings of these Baltimore museums.
Download or read book Acting written by Toby Cole and published by Three Rivers Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reset and redesigned to offer a fresh look, this is an essential, comprehensive guide to the art and science of acting, as taught by the creator and great teachers of the Stanislavski Method.
