The Art and Practice of Directing for Theatre
Routledge (Verlag)
978-1-032-63022-9 (ISBN)
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Providing both a practical and theoretical foundation for directors, this book explores how to craft an artistic vision for a production, and sparks inspiration in directors to put their learning into practice. This new edition is fully revised to address changes in theatre since the Covid pandemic, new technology, intimacy direction, and inclusive practices. It features:
Guidance through day-to-day aspects of directing, including a director’s skillset and tools, script analysis, and rehearsal structure.
Advice on collaborating with production teams and actors, building communication skills and tools, and integrating digital media into these practices.
Discussion questions and practical worksheets covering script analysis, blocking, and planning rehearsals.
Updated references to reflect the changes in the theatre community and profession since the original writing.
Updated examples of studies and technology.
This book is written for students in Theatre Directing courses, along with new and aspiring theatrical directors.
The Art and Practice of Directing for Theatre Second Edition includes access to downloadable worksheets, available at www.routledge.com/9781032619514.
Paul B. Crook is the Executive Director of the Etherredge Center for the Fine and Performing Arts, on the campus of the University of South Carolina Aiken, where he additionally serves as a Professor of Theatre. With over 20 years as a director, actor, and educator, Paul has worked in theatres across the country, from New Mexico to Ohio. He spent several years as the Associate Artistic Director of the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival, in Durant, OK, and was the Artistic Director of the B & B Theatre, in Ruston, LA, a small, professional company he started with his wife, Mary Fran. As an arts educator, prior to his arrival at USCA, Paul served as the Directing and Acting Professor at Louisiana Tech University, Director of Theatre at Andrew College, and was on the faculty of Shelton State Community College. Paul and Mary Fran have four delightful children and one delightful daughter-in-law: George (his wife, Abbi), CeCe, Bryant Ford, and Mary Ellis.
Part 1: What Is a Director? 1. Purpose of a Director 2. Skills Directors Need 3. The Director’s “Rules”
Part 2: Preparation 4. Approaching a Script 5. Auditions and Casting 6. Technology and Social Media
Part 3: Planning and Organization 7. The Rehearsal Calendar 8. Scheduling Rehearsals
Part 4: The Director in Rehearsal 9. Table Work and Blocking 10. Working and Running 11. Techs and Dresses Part 5: Opening Night and Beyond 12. It’s open...what Now? 13. The Director’s Portfolio
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 24.10.2024 |
|---|---|
| Zusatzinfo | 2 Line drawings, black and white; 39 Halftones, black and white; 41 Illustrations, black and white |
| Verlagsort | London |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 152 x 229 mm |
| Themenwelt | Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Theater / Ballett |
| ISBN-10 | 1-032-63022-1 / 1032630221 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-032-63022-9 / 9781032630229 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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