Stage Directing - A Practical Guide Book

(Baldwin Chris) Stage Directing &ndash A Practical Guide demystifies the art of directing for the stage. offering detailed advice on every aspect of the process it explores the ways in which a carefully orchestrated performance can be made to appear fresh and spontaneous. Topics covered include: &middot Roles and responsibilities of the director &middot Choosing the play and finding a producer &middot Planning the project &middot Preparing the text and anticipating audience reaction &middot Developing the play and assessing progress in rehearsals &middot The influence of the director on audience opinion and response &middot The influence of the director on the actors and the technical team &middot Surviving the first night &middot Preparing for long runs and tours. 144 pages Paperback 235x165 mm 54 black &amp white photos 6 diagrams