Wake up
your body with this unique program of solo, pair-work and ensemble
exercises, inspired by the writings of the great directors from
Stanislavsky onwards. Delve into the physical side of characterization
with Laban, and learn practical ways of
organizing rehearsals and movement improvisations.
Topics include the power of physical expression, the motion of emotion,
the plasticity of the body, and techniques for expanding reach-space.
There are also illustrations, movement charts, and reference sections
including mini-biographies of Copeau, Decroux, Barba and
other prominent figures of the 20th century theater.
Every performer needs to establish a connection with the audience, and
the key to this is body language. Learn from the writings of the theater greats to develop as a professional, and
as a person.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
David
Petersen graduated from the University of Calgary with a B.Sc. in
psychology. After acquiring a TESL certificate, he spent nearly 10
years teaching English in Japan, Hungary, and South Korea. He obtained
a Ph.D. from the University of Malta in 2003, and then returned to
Japan to earn a Level I on the national Japanese proficiency test. He
currently works as a writer and freelance translator.
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