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How to Direct a Play: A Masterclass in Comedy, Tragedy, Farce, Shakespeare, New Plays, Opera and Musicals

How to Direct a Play: A Masterclass in Comedy, Tragedy, Farce, Shakespeare, New Plays, Opera and Musicals - Paperback

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Availability:In StockContributor:Braham MurrayPublish date:2012-04-17Pages:136
Language:EnglishPublisher:Oberon BooksISBN-13:9781849430418ISBN-10:1849430411UPC:9781849430418Book Category:Performing ArtsBook Subcategory:Reference, TheaterBook Topic:Direction & ProductionSize:8.10 x 4.90 x 0.30 inchesWeight:0.3505Product ID:SC25TP71E8

This practical handbook takes us on a step-by-step journey from pre-production through the rehearsal process, followed by focused advice on each genre from comedy to tragedy, Shakespeare to new plays and musicals. Special chapters offer strategies for dealing with difficult actors, working with producers and taking on the job of an Artistic Director.

An indispensable guide to a director's craft, packed full of advice and peppered with priceless anecdotes about the highs and the lows of a lifetime's work in the theatre.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Oberon BooksISBN-13:9781849430418ISBN-10:1849430411UPC:9781849430418Book Category:Performing ArtsBook Subcategory:Reference, TheaterBook Topic:Direction & ProductionSize:8.10 x 4.90 x 0.30 inchesWeight:0.3505Product ID:SC25TP71E8
Braham Murray is a Founding Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange Theatre Company. In 1964, his Oxford production of Hang Down Your Head And Die transferred to the West End and Broadway, directed at the tender age of 21. From the Century Theatre, where he was Artistic Director, he became a Founding Director of the 69 Theatre Company. His credits include She Stoops To Conquer and Charley's Aunt (with Tom Courtenay), Mary Rose (with Mia Farrow), Endgame, and the musicals ERB and Catch My Soul, all of which transferred to London. Other credits include Uncle Vanya (Circle in the Square Theatre, New York), the world premiere of Tod Machover's Resurrection (Houston Grand Opera), The Good Companions, The Black Mikado), Andy Capp, The Cabinet Minister and Lady Windermere's Fan, all on the West End.
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