BOOKTOUR
ACTING
a psychological and technical approach
by
Adam Darius
"This is a great book... a truly amazing compendium of creative
suggestions... a blueprint for aspiring artists... an exciting creative
process and, moreover, a thoroughly entertaining read."
Warren Mitchell,
British television's Alf Garnett, London
Acting: a psychological and technical approach will prove to be the
most valuable of guides, not only to actors, but also to drama teachers,
opera singers, ballet dancers and circus clowns. Whereas in Mr. Darius's
book, The Adam Darius Method, the emphasis is on conveying emotion wordlessly,
in Acting: a psychological and technical approach, the focus is on verbally
expressing those very same feelings.
As a curtain raiser, Adam Darius brings to life some of the finest actors
of the past, as we read, in their own words, their thoughts on superlative
acting.
Mr. Darius then focuses on the physical, vocal and emotional development
of the actor's instrument. Subsequently, he concentrates on improvisations,
scene study, evolving a character, clowns and comedians, as well as preparation
for auditions.
Towards the book's close, there are fascinating reflections on the art
of acting by outstanding personalities of stage, screen, ballet and opera.
Partaking in these conversations with the author are celebrated opera star
Jorma Hynninen, renowned prima ballerina Irina Baronova, distinguished
actresses Christina Indrenius-Zalewski, Judy Loe and Kate Beckinsale, in
addition to the ranking mime artist, Kazimir Kolesnik.
This treasure trove of information is followed by a guided tour through
the theatre of other cultures. Here the reader is familiarized with leading
contemporary playwrights of Arabic, African and Japanese origin, dramatists
virtually unknown in the West.
With Acting: a psychological and technical approach, Adam Darius again
demonstrates his mastery of teaching. For, within this book, drama students
and theatre directors alike will find the demystification of how world-class
acting is achieved.
Sample pages
In UK: £12.95
In Finland: 22 euros
Paperback, 208 pages, 74 photographs
ISBN 952-90-9146-X, published 1998
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