Understanding and Researching Scripts

John Hester Price: $24.95

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Understanding and Researching Scripts is intended to guide the reader through the fascinating process of researching, analysing and interpreting a play from the very first reading, through to performance

Aimed at practising and would-be actors and directors, whether amateur or professional, its intention is not to study a script from a purely academic viewpoint, but rather to enable a practical approach to taking a drama text from page to stage

The features include ...

learn how to research a text thoroughly

gain confidence in your ability to analyse a script truthfully

develop ideas for innovative interpretation from a first reading

realize the full potential of your dramatic skills

learn about the unique ‘three way process’ of drama; work in harmony with the playwright and fellow performers

understand the creative and supportive relationship between actors and directors

understand your character and be able to portray it with confidence and believability

understand Shakespeare easily

practice your skills using example and exercises
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