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A Practical Handbook For The Actor
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For Anyone Who Has Ever Wanted To Take An Acting Class, This Is The Best Book On Acting Written In The Last Twenty Years (David Mamet, From The Introduction).This Book Describes A Technique Developed And Refined By The Authors, All Of Them Young Actors, In Their Work With Pulitzer Prizewinning Playwright David Mamet, Actor W. H. Macy, And Director Gregory Mosher. A Practical Handbook For The Actor Is Written For Any Actor Who Has Ever Experienced The Frustrations Of Acting Classes That Lacked Clarity And Objectivity, And That Failed To Provide A Dependable Set Of Tools. An Actor'S Job, The Authors State, Is To Find A Way To Live Truthfully Under The Imaginary Circumstances Of The Play. The Ways In Which An Actor Can Attain That Truth Form The Substance Of This Eloquent Book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A Practical Handbook for the Actor' about? A: 'A Practical Handbook for the Actor' is a guide designed for aspiring actors that outlines a technique developed through collaboration with notable figures in theater. It aims to provide clarity and practical tools for actors to perform truthfully under the circumstances of a play.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Melissa Bruder and other young actors who worked closely with David Mamet, a Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'A Practical Handbook for the Actor' was published on April 12, 1986.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 94 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in acting? A: Yes, this book is suitable for anyone interested in acting, particularly beginners who may have experienced frustration in unclear acting classes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'A Practical Handbook for the Actor' falls under the category of Acting & Auditioning.
- Q: Does the book cover practical techniques for acting? A: Yes, the book describes practical techniques developed by the authors, focusing on how to achieve truthful performances.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: This is the first edition of 'A Practical Handbook for the Actor'.