An actor prepares

One of the most important books on acting ever written, this is the book that introduced Stanislavski's influential 'system' to the English-speaking world.

Acting for Animators. Fifth Edition

This book by Ed Hooks bridges the gap between acting theory and animation by teaching artists how to translate human emotion and thought into believable character movement. It focuses on the "acting from the inside out" approach, emphasizing that movement must be driven by a character's intent and psychological state rather than just physical action. The fifth edition updates these timeless pri…

Secrets of screen acting. Third Edition

When it was first published in 1993, Secrets of Screen Acting broke new ground in explaining how acting for the camera is different from acting on stage. Reaction time is altered, physical timing and placement are reconceived, and the proportions of the digital frame itself become the measure of all things, so the director must conceptualize each image in terms of this new rectangle and actors …

Acting for young actors : the ultimate teen guide

Do you know a teen that's been bitten by the acting bug? Here's just the book they need! Acting for Young Actors, aimed at teens and tweens, lets kids hone their skills and develop their craft. It begins with the five W's: WHO am I? WHAT do I want? WHY do I want it? WHERE am I? WHEN does this event take place? Sounds basic - but many young child actors are told simply to "get up there and act."…

Acting For Film

Aspiring film and television actors will discover exercises for relaxing the face to achieve maximum expressiveness; maintaining proper eye focus in front of the camera and conveying the "beats" of a scene, even in the shortest takes. They'll also learn tested techniques for adapting to the styles of different directors; modulating voice and breath for maximum effect; preparing for the first da…

Acting for animators. Third Edition

"A guide to acting theory written specifically for animators"--

The Hollywood Interviews

"There are no good and bad movies, only good and bad directors." Francois Truffaut's famous statement defined a new way of seeing cinema as an art form and its directors as artists or auteurs. The Hollywood Interviews brings together five of the greatest of contemporary auteur directors - Francis Ford Coppola, Brian de Palma, Martin Scorsese, Clint Eastwood and Tim Burton - and the directorial …

Screened out

Spanning popular American cinema from the 1900s until today, distinguished film historian Richard Barrios presents a rich. compulsively readable analysis of how Hollywood has used and depicted gays and the mixed signals this has sent to audiences.

Lead the work : navigating a world beyond employment

A detailed look at the evolution of employment and its far-reaching implications Lead the Work takes an incisive look at the evolving nature of work, and how it's affecting management and productivity at the organizational level. Where getting things done once meant assigning it to an employee, today's leaders are increasingly at risk if they fail to recognize that talent can float into and out…

The audition book: what casting directors are really looking for

Written by a casting insider, this is the comprehensive manual for actors of all skill and experience levels. A practical guide with information and techniques that you can use now - to get more auditions and to improve your audition success by delivering the performance that casting directors are looking for. -Back cover.

Acting is everything: an actor's guidebook for a successful career in los ang…

In this actor's guidebook, an accomplished acting coach shares her lifetime of techniques and tricks of the trade. Includes contact information, Web sites, and valuable phone numbers. 40+ full-color photos.

Getting the part : thirty-three professional casting directors tell you how t…

(Limelight). "At last, an in-depth book about the casting process that tells actors what it is like to be on the other side of the desk, and a must read for the aspiring casting director!" Marilyn Henry, coauthor, How to Be a Working Actor

Actors, pilgrims, kings and gods: the ramlila at ramnagar

"Readers are plunged into the rich and lively experience of the Ramlila with its svarupas, effigies, masks, Ramayanis, Vyasas, gods, goddesses, demons and monkeys; with its theatrical gimmickry and spectacle and marvels; with its thronging, surging crowds. Performers and spectators are part of a seamless ceremony; and the readers re-live this whole experience through the vivid pages of Anuradha…

Academy of theatrical combat : Basic level 1

This handbook is a primer for all students and teachers of Theatrical Combat. Detailed images depict basic hand to hand moves and the parry systems for Cutlass, Broadsword and Quarterstaff, along with notated drills for practicing attack and parry techniques. BONUS: This book also includes a Sample Theatrical Combat Course Curriculum created by the sword masters of the Academy of Theatrical Com…

Metode pembelajaran drama:apresiasi, ekspresi, dan pengkajian

Study and teaching on drama in Indonesia.

Acting - Make It your Business

"ACTING: Make It Your Business, written by a veteran casting director, puts the power to land jobs and thrive in any medium - stage, film, TV, or the Internet - directly into the hands of the actor. This blunt, wise, and often hilarious guide overflows with cutting-edge audition, marketing, and networking strategies, combining traditional techniques with those best suited for the digital age. W…

Akting Susah - Susah Gampang

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How to audition for TV commercials : from the ad agency point of view

What do ad agencies look for when casting TV commercials? This insider's guide, written by a former actor turned ad agency exec, has the answers. It provides step—by—step instructions to help actors understand and master the entire process, from assessing one's looks and personality to the agency preproduction process, from reading scripts and understanding storyboards to preparing for the …

The Art of Acting

STELLA ADLER THE ART OF THE ART OF ACTING

Action! : acting lessons for CG animators

In order to bring a character to life, it is beneficial for animators to have a solid understanding of acting principles, and this book examines the important skills behind the artistry of creating animated characters. With a particular emphasis on a character’s motions and movement, this unique resource covers the basic elements of acting for CG animation and then progresses to more advanced…