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1	Respect for Acting more books like this by Uta Hagen, Haskel Frankel add to wishlist "This fascinating and detailed book about acting is Miss Hagen's credo, the accumulated wisdom of her years spent in intimate communion with her art. It is at once the voicing of her exacting standards for herself and those she teaches, and an explanation of the means to the end. For those unable to avail themselves of her personal tutelage, her ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.39! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Acting; the first six lessons more books like this by Richard Boleslavsky add to wishlist Six essays on the fundamentals of acting, presented in dialogue form, offer dramatic students an unusual introduction to their art. see all copies from $8.00! new only from $17.63! \| first editions
3	Challenge for the Actor more books like this by Uta Hagen add to wishlist The actress and teacher guides actors in developing their art, covering such aspects as voice techniques, timing, rhythm, and including exercises to correct problems. see all copies from $8.84! new only from $13.43! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	My Autobiography more books like this by Charles Chaplin add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $16.84! \| first editions
5	A Practical Handbook for the Actor more books like this by Melissa Bruder add to wishlist Six working actors describe their methods and philosophies of the theater. All have worked with playwright David Mamet at the Goodman Theater in Chicago. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.39! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Sanford Meisner on Acting more books like this by Sanford Meisner, Dennis Longwell, Sydney Pollack (Introduction by) add to wishlist A primer for aspiring and beginning actors, by one of the most renowned and beloved acting coaches in the U.S. Introduction by Sydney Pollack. see all copies from $4.98! new only from $9.38! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Audition: Everything an Actor Needs to Know to Get the Part more books like this by Michael Shurtleff, Bob Fosse (Foreword by) add to wishlist This book offers advice on auditioning for aspiring actors. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.74! \| first editions \| SVS
8	The Stanislavski system; the professional training of an actor. more books like this by Sonia Moore add to wishlist see all copies from $2.75! new only from $7.00! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Acting One more books like this by Robert Cohen add to wishlist Used to teach beginning acting on more campuses than any other text, "Acting One" covers the basic elements of realistic acting in twenty-eight lessons - all based on experiential exercises. The text covers basic skills such as talking, listening, tactical interplay, physicalizing, building scenes, and making good choices. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $21.95! \| first editions \| SVS
10	The Power of the Actor: The Chubbuck Technique more books like this by Ivana Chubbuck add to wishlist The first book from the leading instructor to the stars--whose client roster includes Brad Pitt, Jim Carrey, and Halle Berry--gives every reader and aspiring actor directions to excellence. see all copies from $11.57! new only from $11.57! \| SVS
11 view cover	True and False: Heresy and Common Sense for the Actor more books like this by David Mamet add to wishlist A guide to the acting profession by a leading American playwright. He advises aspiring actors on topics such as judging a role, approaching the part, working with the playwright, undertaking auditions, and the relationship with agents and the business in general. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.77! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	No Acting Please more books like this by Eric Morris, Joan Hotchkis add to wishlist A collection of 125 acting exercises that are based on journal excerpts and dialogues from Mr. Morris' classes. These exercises teach the actor to systematically eliminate his or her instrumental obstacles -- tensions, fears, inhibitions -- and explore the "being" state, where the actor does no more and no less than what he or she feels. see all copies from $2.49! new only from $7.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Me more books like this by Katharine Hepburn (Read by) add to wishlist With the publication of The Making of the African Queen in 1987, Katharine Hepburn proved that she can number writing among her many talents, and that her humor and intelligence, and the inimitable cadences of her voice translate vividly to the printed page. Now, with characteristic gusto and candor, she delivers her eagerly awaited memoir. 75 ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.44! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Grace more books like this by Robert Lacey add to wishlist This biography is based on extensive research into Grace Kelly. The book looks at her early life, with her numerous lurid affairs and relationships with all the Hollywood greats and the contrast this made to her later years with Prince Rainier and her difficult family. The author has spoken to people who were close to Grace throughout her life and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.94! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Acting for the Camera: Revised Edition more books like this by Tony Barr, Edward Asner (Foreword by) add to wishlist Culled from Tony Barr's 40 years' experience as a performer, director and acting teacher in Hollywood, this handbook provides readers with useful practical knowledge for performing in front of the camera. This updated edition includes new exercises for honing on-camera skills; additional chapters on imagination and movement; and additional ... see all copies from $5.11! new only from $8.99! \| SVS
16 view cover	The Actor at Work more books like this by Robert L Benedetti add to wishlist This edition marks the 40th Anniversary ofthis classic and comprehensive introduction to acting. With this new edition, Benedetti continues to provide wide-ranging insight into the techniques and demands of acting today. Centered on the concept of action, The Actor at Work covers all the major skills of the actor, including voice, speech, movement ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.15! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Breaking Into Acting for Dummies more books like this by Larry Garrison, Wally Wang add to wishlist This guide aims to provide the expert advice you need to get your big break, jump-start your career and land that paying part. From preparing for auditions to finding an agent, the acting business is a challenging and competitive field. This guide is what every aspiring actor needs to get a foot in the door. Discover how to market yourself, choose ... see all copies from $3.46! new only from $8.19! \| SVS
18 view cover	Acting Onstage & Off more books like this by Robert Barton add to wishlist Barton's friendly, humorous and conversational writing style makes this a particularly student friendly text. Students learn all phases of actor training - including scene study, auditioning, observation, and mind, voice and body relaxation techniques. The use of examples from daily life instead of dramatic literature make it possible to have ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Speaking Shakespeare more books like this by Patsy Rodenburg add to wishlist From the director of voice at the National Theatre in London, this guide to speaking the words of Shakespeare emphasizes breathing, rhythm, and--perhaps most important--an understanding of Shakespeare himself and his world. see all copies from $10.00! new only from $14.21! \| first editions \| SVS
20	Ava: My Story more books like this by Ava Gardner add to wishlist In reminiscences completed shortly before her death, Ava Gardner reveals that her sizzling personal life contained as much outright glamour, scandal, and passion as her films. Gardner candidly recalls her three stormy marriages, affairs, complex friendship with Howard Hughes, and all the dreams and doubts of a woman who loved life to the hilt. 32 ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $18.45! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Impro: Visation and the Theatre more books like this by Keith Johnstone, Johnstone Keith add to wishlist ""Impro" ought to be required reading not only for theatre people generally but also for teachers, educators, and students of all kinds and persuasions. Full of excellent good sense, actual observations and inspired assertions.--"CHOICE: Books for College Libraries." see all copies from $12.73! new only from $19.49! \| SVS
22 view cover	Ginger My Story more books like this by Ginger Rogers add to wishlist The long-awaited autobiography from one of Hollywood's greatest stars. From the time she made her vaudeville debut at age 17, Ginger Rogers was destined to be a star. Now 73 films, hundreds of stage shows, and an Academy Award later, she tells the story of her fascinating life. 16 pages of photographs. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.72! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Ann-Margret : my story more books like this by Ann Margret, Todd Gold add to wishlist Ann-Margret tells her life story. The reader learns of her long-time relationship with Elvis Presley, and her battle with, and recovery from alcohol abuse. She writes of her husband's struggle with serious disease and of her 22-foot fall on stage. Here too are stories about her co-stars. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
24	Knock Wood more books like this by Candice Bergen add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $92.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	How to Stop Acting more books like this by Harold Guskin, Kevin Kline (Introduction by) add to wishlist Guskin is an "acting doctor" whose clients include Kevin Kline, Glenn Close, James Gandolfini, Bridget Fonda, and dozens more. Now Guskin reveals the insights and techniques that have worked wonders for beginners as well as stars. see all copies from $5.89! new only from $7.31! \| SVS

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