The Actor Alone: Exercises for Work in ProgressFrom little theater to Broadway, all productions have one thing in common: they need actors. Acting is the essence of theater at every level. The Actor Alone presents tried-and-true exercises for creative growth with or without coaches, teachers or directors. The elements of acting, a ten-line exercise method, working alone, and developing a work in progress are discussed. Whether working on a specific character, cultivating a creative spark, or building acting skills, this is the tool for any actor working alone. |
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WHAT IS ACTING? | 9 |
THE ACTOR WORKING ALONE | 73 |
WORK IN PROGRESS | 111 |
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