Focusing on practical and theoretical aspects, this series offers five distinct approaches to acting, catering to both beginners and experienced performers. Kaplan emphasizes identifying tasks, playing episodes, building images, understanding the play's world, and storytelling. Each approach is designed to enhance an actor's skills and deepen their understanding of the craft, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their acting technique.
Focusing on practical applications for actors, this guide presents a ten-part plan for analyzing plays and developing individual roles. It emphasizes the importance of a world of the play analysis, beneficial for both heightened and realistic dramas, including works by Shakespeare and Tennessee Williams. The book offers strategies for rehearsal and performance, along with examples from film, encouraging actors to explore the distinct rules governing characters across different playwrights.
Focusing on quantitative methods in the social sciences, this handbook serves as a comprehensive reference for educators, students, and researchers. It features contributions from leading methodologists who explain various techniques while also providing critical insights. Each chapter emphasizes the practical application of these methods to real-world social science issues, enhancing its value as a resource for understanding and applying quantitative research effectively.
Focusing on practical exercises and text analysis techniques, this book enhances performance skills and offers a working vocabulary for actors. It draws from film examples and explores how alternative approaches can broaden Stanislavsky's vision. By distinguishing Stanislavsky's original concepts from misinterpretations in America, it clarifies the differences between The System and "The Method." This volume serves as the first part in a series aimed at deepening the understanding of acting methodologies.
The Second Edition of this work offers a comprehensive update on structural equation modeling (SEM) in social and behavioral sciences, reflecting recent advancements in the field. It is organized into three distinct sections, providing readers with a clear framework for understanding SEM concepts, methodologies, and applications. This structured approach enhances accessibility for both beginners and experienced researchers, making it a valuable resource for those looking to deepen their knowledge of SEM techniques and their practical implications.
Practical techniques for actors to develop both external and internal imagery in rehearsal and performance are central to this guide. It provides strategies for text analysis focused on imagery and methods to enhance and sustain this imagery during performances. The book also includes examples from film and acting history, distinguishing between "the Method" and Stanislavsky's System, while explaining the advantages of each approach.
The book explores episodic techniques from early twentieth-century Russia and Germany, emphasizing their influence on silent film and modern theater. It highlights the effectiveness of this approach for interpreting works by Shakespeare, Brecht, and Sam Shepard, as well as its necessity for actors tackling realistic plays by Chekhov, Ibsen, and Williams. By focusing on individual "objectives," the episodic method clarifies the events and significance within these complex narratives, making it a vital tool for contemporary performers.
Exploring the art of storytelling, this installment in the Five Approaches to Acting Series delves into the craft of captivating audiences through performance. It emphasizes the psychological aspects of acting, particularly through Shakespeare's soliloquies, which allow actors to express their inner thoughts. The book provides techniques for effectively conveying emotions and perspectives while telling a story, encouraging actors to focus on the delivery rather than just the content. It also highlights the transformative power of storytelling in engaging an audience's imagination.
The book presents a comprehensive exploration of theater-making through twenty-four chapters, focusing on the evolution of artistic expression in the theater. It offers insights into historical practices and encourages contemporary artists to draw inspiration from the past while forging their unique visions. By blending ideas, opinions, and theories, it serves as a guide for aspiring theater artists to understand their craft within a historical framework and envision future possibilities in the art form.
Focusing on Tennessee Williams' transformative summers in Provincetown during the 1940s, this book explores his creative output and personal experiences in the town. It highlights his emotional journey, including love, heartbreak, and friendships with notable artists. The narrative is enriched with original interviews, letters, and previously unpublished works, revealing how Provincetown influenced his writing, including iconic plays like The Glass Menagerie and A Streetcar Named Desire. Major themes such as love and memory are examined, showcasing the lasting impact of this period on Williams' life and art.