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E-book: Play Directing: The Basics

  • Format: 192 pages
  • Series: The Basics
  • Pub. Date: 28-Sep-2022
  • Publisher: Routledge
  • Language: eng
  • ISBN-13: 9781000738889
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  • Format: 192 pages
  • Series: The Basics
  • Pub. Date: 28-Sep-2022
  • Publisher: Routledge
  • Language: eng
  • ISBN-13: 9781000738889
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Play Directing: The Basics introduces theatre students to a step-by-step process for directing plays, including advice on devising.

Beginning with a historical overview of directing, this book covers every aspect of the directors job from first read to closing night. Practical advice on finding plays to produce, analysing scripts, collaborating with the design team, rehearsing with actors, devising company creations, and opening a show are peppered with advice from working professionals and academic directors. A practical workbook, short exercises, helpful websites, and suggested reading encourage readers towards a deeper study of the art of directing.

This book empowers high school and early college students interested in theatre and directing to find their own voice, develop a practice, and refine their process.
Acknowledgments ix
Introduction xi
1 The Role of the Director
1(24)
2 Reading
25(22)
3 Designing
47(19)
4 Casting
66(13)
5 Rehearsing
79(34)
6 Opening
113(17)
7 Devising
130(17)
8 Workbook
147(12)
Appendix 1 Summary of The Seagull by Anton Chekhov 159(3)
Appendix 2 Summary of A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry 162(2)
Appendix 3 French Scenes Chart 164
Damon Kiely is a Professor of Directing and Acting for the Theatre School of DePaul University, a professional director and playwright.