Random House New Releases - Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft

A Practical Handbook for the Actor by Melissa Bruder

2012-04-25T00:30:00-05:00

A Practical Handbook for the Actor
Written by Melissa Bruder

eBook, 112 pages | Vintage | Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $9.99 | 978-0-307-49913-4 (0-307-49913-8)

6 working actors describe their methods and philosophies of the theater. All have worked with playwright David Mamet at the Goodman Theater in Chicago.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov by Stella Adler

2011-04-13T00:30:00-05:00

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov
Written by Stella Adler
Edited by Barry Paris

eBook, 352 pages | Vintage | Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $12.99 | 978-0-307-78793-4 (0-307-78793-1)

In her long-awaited book, the legendary acting teacher Stella Adler gives us her extraordinary insights into the work of Henrik Ibsen ("The creation of the modern theater took a genius like Ibsen. . .Miller and Odets, Inge and O'Neill, Williams and Shaw, swallowed the whole of him"), August Strindberg ("He understood and predicted the forces that would break in our lives"), and Anton Chekhov ("Chekhov doesn't want a play, he wants what happens in life. In life, people don't usually kill each other. They talk").

Through the plays of these masters, Adler discusses the arts of playwriting and script interpretation ("There are two aspects of the theater. One belongs to the author and the other to the actor. The actor thinks it all belongs to the author. . .The curtain goes up and all he knows are the lines. . .It is not enough. . .Script interpretation is your profession").

She looks into aspects of society and class, and into our cultural past, as well as the evolution of the
modern spirit ("The actor learns from Ibsen what is modern in the modern theater. There are no villains, no heroes. Ibsen understands, more than anything, there is more than one truth").

Stella Adler--daughter of Jacob Adler, who was universally acknowledged to be the greatest actor
of the Yiddish theater, and herself a disciple of Stanislavsky--examines the role of the actor and brings to life the plays from which all modern theater derives: Ibsen's Hedda Gabler, The Master Builder, An Enemy of the People, and A Doll's House; Strindberg's Miss Julie and The Father; Chekhov's The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, The Cherry Orchard, and Three Sisters ("Masha is the sister who is the mystery. You cannot reach her. You cannot reach the artist. There is no logical way. Keep her in a special pocket of feelings that are complex and different").

Adler discusses the ideas behind these plays and explores the world of the playwrights and the
history--both familial and cultural--that informed their work. She illumines not only the dramatic essence of each play but its subtext as well, continually asking questions that deepen one's understanding of the work and of the human spirit.

Adler's book, brilliantly edited by Barry Paris, puts her famous lectures into print for the first time.

From the Hardcover edition.

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition by Thomas A. Kelly

2010-11-24T00:30:00-05:00

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition Traditional and New Methods for Running a Show from First Rehearsal to Last Performance
Written by Thomas A. Kelly

eBook, 304 pages | Back Stage Books | Performing Arts - Theater - Direction & Production; Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $14.99 | 978-0-307-87506-8 (0-307-87506-7)

The Most Widely Used Manual For Aspiring And Veteran Stage Managers - Now Revised and Expanded

The next best thing to shadowing a Broadway stage manager, this detailed, behind-the-scenes book as been brought completely up to date. First published in 1991, it is widely used and has been lauded as the most comprehensive, educational book on stage management available. From preproduction planning and first rehersals to opening night and final strike, all the essentials of the profession are presented here in a friendly, engaging style.

Blending how-to information with anecdotes from his own career, author Thomas A. Kelly explains the entire theatrical process, including:

- Organizing all rehearsals and performances
- Maintaining the working script, cue sheets, and daily records
- Supervising the technical aspects of the show
- Running shows outdoors and at other non-theatrical venues
- Dealing with performers and crew members on all levels

This new edition reflects all the latest developments and innovations in the industry and adds a totally new chapter on opera stage management, complete with an in-depth breakdown of the challenges this style of production presents. The text is supported by sample documents, diagrams, and charts that straddle time-honored approaches with what can be generated by today's computer software. All the latest stage machinery is discussed, along with tips on finding employment. This guide remians the first choice for anyone who works in any branch of the profession, whether amateur, educational, or professional.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

An Acrobat of the Heart by Stephen Wangh

2010-05-05T00:30:00-05:00

An Acrobat of the Heart A Physical Approach to Acting Inspired by the Work of Jerzy Grotowski
Written by Stephen Wangh

eBook, 384 pages | Vintage | Performing Arts - Acting & Auditioning; Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $13.99 | 978-0-307-55413-0 (0-307-55413-9)

A Vintage Original

"The actor will do, in public, what is considered impossible." When the renowned Polish director Jerzy Grotowski began his 1967 American workshop with these words, his students were stunned. But within four weeks they themselves had experienced the "impossible."

In An Acrobat of the Heart, teacher-director-playwright Stephen Wangh reveals how Jerzy Grotowski's physical exercises can open a pathway to the actor's inner creativity. Drawing on Grotowski's insights and on the work of Stanislavski, Uta Hagen, and others, Wangh bridges the gap between rigorous physical training and practical scene and character technique. Wangh's students give candid descriptions of their struggles and breakthroughs, demonstrating how to transform these remarkable lessons into a personal journey of artistic growth. Courageous and compelling, An Acrobat of the Heart is an invaluable resource for actors, directors, and teachers alike.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition by Thomas A. Kelly

2009-06-16T00:30:00-05:00

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition Traditional and New Methods for Running a Show from First Rehearsal to Last Performance
Written by Thomas A. Kelly

Trade Paperback, 304 pages | Back Stage Books | Performing Arts - Theater - Direction & Production; Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $19.95 | 978-0-8230-9802-6 (0-8230-9802-8)

An Acrobat of the Heart by Stephen Wangh

2000-09-19T00:30:00-05:00

An Acrobat of the Heart A Physical Approach to Acting Inspired by the Work of Jerzy Grotowski
Written by Stephen Wangh

Trade Paperback, 384 pages | Vintage | Performing Arts - Acting & Auditioning; Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $16.00 | 978-0-375-70672-1 (0-375-70672-0)

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov by Stella Adler

2000-09-12T00:30:00-05:00

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov
Written by Stella Adler
Edited by Barry Paris

Trade Paperback, 352 pages | Vintage | Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $18.00 | 978-0-679-74698-0 (0-679-74698-6)

An original member of the famed Group Theater, Stella Adler was one of the most influential artists to come out of the American theater. As a Stanislavsky disciple and founder of her own highly esteemed acting conservatory, the extravagant actress was also an eminent acting teacher, training her students--among them Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, and Robert DeNiro--in the art of script interpretation.

The classic lectures collected here, delivered over a period of forty years, bring to life the plays of the three fathers of modern drama: Henrik Ibsen, August Strindberg, and Anton Chekhov. With passionate conviction and shrewd insight, Adler explains how their plays forever changed the world of dramaturgy while offering enduring insights on society, class, culture, and the role of the actor. She explores the struggles of Ibsen's characters to free themselves from societal convention, the mortal conflicts that trap Strindberg's men and women, and the pain of loss and transition lyrically evoked by Chekhov. A majestic volume, Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov allows us to experience the work of these masters "as if to see, hear and feel their genius for the first time." (William H. Gass)

Stage Makeup by Laura Thudium

1999-04-01T00:30:00-05:00

Stage Makeup The Actor's Complete Guide to Today's Techniques and Materials
Written by Laura Thudium

Trade Paperback, 160 pages | Back Stage Books | Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $35.00 | 978-0-8230-8839-3 (0-8230-8839-1)

This up-to-date, full-color makeup manual is designed to lie open on the makeup table right as a guide for student, amateur, or professional performers.

A Practical Handbook for the Actor by Melissa Bruder

1986-04-12T00:30:00-05:00

A Practical Handbook for the Actor
Written by Melissa Bruder

Trade Paperback, 112 pages | Vintage | Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft | $13.95 | 978-0-394-74412-4 (0-394-74412-8)

6 working actors describe their methods and philosophies of the theater. All have worked with playwright David Mamet at the Goodman Theater in Chicago.

Random House New Releases - Performing Arts - Theater - Stagecraft

A Practical Handbook for the Actor by Melissa Bruder

A Practical Handbook for the Actor Written by Melissa Bruder

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov by Stella Adler

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov Written by Stella Adler Edited by Barry Paris

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition by Thomas A. Kelly

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition Traditional and New Methods for Running a Show from First Rehearsal to Last PerformanceWritten by Thomas A. Kelly

An Acrobat of the Heart by Stephen Wangh

An Acrobat of the Heart A Physical Approach to Acting Inspired by the Work of Jerzy GrotowskiWritten by Stephen Wangh

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition by Thomas A. Kelly

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition Traditional and New Methods for Running a Show from First Rehearsal to Last PerformanceWritten by Thomas A. Kelly

An Acrobat of the Heart by Stephen Wangh

An Acrobat of the Heart A Physical Approach to Acting Inspired by the Work of Jerzy GrotowskiWritten by Stephen Wangh

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov by Stella Adler

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov Written by Stella Adler Edited by Barry Paris

Stage Makeup by Laura Thudium

Stage Makeup The Actor's Complete Guide to Today's Techniques and MaterialsWritten by Laura Thudium

A Practical Handbook for the Actor by Melissa Bruder

A Practical Handbook for the Actor Written by Melissa Bruder

A Practical Handbook for the Actor
Written by Melissa Bruder

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov
Written by Stella Adler
Edited by Barry Paris

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition Traditional and New Methods for Running a Show from First Rehearsal to Last Performance
Written by Thomas A. Kelly

An Acrobat of the Heart A Physical Approach to Acting Inspired by the Work of Jerzy Grotowski
Written by Stephen Wangh

The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition Traditional and New Methods for Running a Show from First Rehearsal to Last Performance
Written by Thomas A. Kelly

An Acrobat of the Heart A Physical Approach to Acting Inspired by the Work of Jerzy Grotowski
Written by Stephen Wangh

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov
Written by Stella Adler
Edited by Barry Paris

Stage Makeup The Actor's Complete Guide to Today's Techniques and Materials
Written by Laura Thudium

A Practical Handbook for the Actor
Written by Melissa Bruder