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Jack Be Nimble: The Accidental Education of an Unintentional Director,Used
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A warm, witty tellall and history of American regional theater, from one of our bestloved directorsFor Jack O'Brien, there's nothing like a first encounter with a great performer, nothing like the sound of an audience bursting into applause. In short, there's nothing like the theater.Following a fairly normal Midwestern childhood, O'Brien hoped to make his mark by writing lyrics for Broadway but was instead pulled into the growing American regional theater movement by the likes of John Houseman, Helen Hayes, Ellis Rabb, and Eva Le Gallienne. He didn't intend to become a director, or to direct some of the most brilliantand sometimes maddeningpersonalities of the age, but in a charming, hilarious, and unexpected way, that's what happened.O'Brien has had a long, successful career on Broadway and as artistic director of San Diego's Old Globe Theatre, but the history of the movement that shaped him has been overlooked. In the middle of the last century, some extraordinary people forged a link in the chain connecting European influences such as the Moscow Art Theatre and Great Britain's National Theatre with the flourishing American theater of today. O'Brien was there to see and record it all, in beautifully vivid detail.Funny, exuberant, unfailingly honest, Jack Be Nimble is the tale of those missing heroes, performances, and cultural battles. It is also the irresistible story of one of our bestloved theater directors, growing into his passion and discovering what he is capable of.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Jack Be Nimble'? A: 'Jack Be Nimble' explores the journey of Jack O'Brien, reflecting on his experiences in American regional theater and the influential figures who shaped this movement.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Jack Be Nimble'? A: The author of 'Jack Be Nimble' is Jack O'Brien, a well-known theater director with a successful career on Broadway.
- Q: When was 'Jack Be Nimble' published? A: 'Jack Be Nimble' was published on July 8, 2014.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Jack Be Nimble' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Jack Be Nimble' have? A: 'Jack Be Nimble' contains 368 pages.
- Q: Is 'Jack Be Nimble' an illustrated edition? A: 'Jack Be Nimble' is an illustrated edition, featuring visuals that complement the narrative.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of 'Jack Be Nimble'? A: Readers can expect a warm and witty writing style in 'Jack Be Nimble', with engaging storytelling and honest reflections on theater.
- Q: Is 'Jack Be Nimble' suitable for people new to theater? A: 'Jack Be Nimble' is suitable for both theater enthusiasts and those new to the subject, providing insights into the history and evolution of American theater.
- Q: What kind of stories are shared in 'Jack Be Nimble'? A: 'Jack Be Nimble' shares anecdotes about influential theater personalities, cultural battles, and the author's personal experiences in the theater world.
- Q: What makes 'Jack Be Nimble' a unique read? A: 'Jack Be Nimble' is unique for its candid and humorous take on the behind-the-scenes world of theater, offering a historical perspective alongside personal memoir.