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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 $10.20! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Stage Makeup more books like this by Richard Corson add to wishlist Widely referred to as the "bible of stage makeup," the timely revision of this classic text addresses principles and techniques in the use of makeup for the contemporary performer. This extensive exploration of the application and use of stage makeup and makeup for a variety of performance venues covers all aspects in detail and contains over 400 ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $44.97! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Theatrical Design and Production: An Introduction to Scene Design and Construction more books like this by J Michael Gillette add to wishlist This comprehensive and practical survey examines the technical and design aspects of play production, including scene design and construction, lighting, sound, costume, and makeup. Design is presented as both an art closely integrated with the director's, actor's, and playwright's vision, and a craft that provides practical solutions for the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $59.99! \| first editions \| SVS
4	The Stagecraft Handbook Stagecraft Handbook more books like this by Daniel A Ionazzi add to wishlist This manual covers every aspect of scenery c onstruction, with information on shop organisation, tools, s afety, scaled drawings and materials as well as construction techniques. A wealth of illustrations help show how to make quick, inexpensive scenery. ' see all copies from $4.03! new only from $9.58! \| first editions \| SVS
5	The Stage and the School more books like this by Harry H Schanker, Katharine Anne Ommanney add to wishlist "The Stage and the School" provides students and teachers with the tools needed to build key theater arts skills. Students receive instruction in classic training exercises, production techniques, and theater conventions. Skills are developed through lessons that help students draw on their personal experiences and build historical and cultural ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $33.50! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Wicked the Grimmerie: A Behind-The-Scenes Look at the Hit Broadway Musical more books like this by David Cote, Joan Marcus (Photographer), Headcase Design (Designer) add to wishlist This official tie-in to the #1 Broadway musical hit is a must-have for "Wicked" fans. Full-color illustrations. see all copies from $20.00! new only from $24.87! \| first editions \| SVS
7	An Actor Prepares more books like this by Constantin Stanislavski, Elizabeth Reynolds Hapgood (Translator) add to wishlist The first volume of Stanislavski's enduring trilogy on the art of acting defines the "System," a means of mastering the craft of acting and of stimulating the actor's individual creativeness and imagination. see all copies from $2.77! new only from $12.16! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Stage Makeup: The Actor's Complete Guide to Today's Techniques and Materials more books like this by Laura Thudium, Laura Thudlum add to wishlist A complete step-by-step guide for actors to stage make-up techniques and materials. see all copies from $14.85! new only from $20.86! \| first editions \| SVS
9	The Prop Builderas Molding & Casting Handbook more books like this by Thurston James add to wishlist Demonstrates how to work with molds, castings, and vacuum forming equipment, stresses safety precautions, and discusses materials from paper-mache to breakaway glass. see all copies from $12.64! new only from $15.20! \| SVS
10	The Costume Designer's Handbook: A Complete Guide for Amateur and Professional Costume Designers more books like this by Rosemary Ingham add to wishlist Newly revised and updated, The Costume Designer's Handbook is now more comprehensive than ever and is the backbone of any costume designer's library since its original publication in 1983. see all copies from $5.99! new only from $29.98!
11	Backstage Handbook: An Illustrated Almanac of Technical Information more books like this by Paul Carter, George Chiang (Illustrator) add to wishlist see all copies from $15.46! new only from $58.19!
12 view cover	My life in art more books like this by Konstantin Stanislavsky add to wishlist Konstantin Stanislavski was a Russian director who transformed theatre in the West with his contributions to the birth of Realist theatre and his unprecedented approach to teaching acting. He lived through extraordinary times and his unique contribution to the arts still endures in the twenty-first century. He established the Moscow Art Theatre in ... see all copies from $3.29! new only from $23.31! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Stage management more books like this by Lawrence Stern add to wishlist The "bible" in the field of stage management, Stage Management is a practical manual on how to stage manage in all theater environments. Full of practical aids: checklists, diagrams, examples, forms and step-by-step directions, this book has been used and admired by students and theater professionals alike. It eschews excessive discussion of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $40.00!
14 view cover	Building a Character more books like this by Constantin Stanislavski, Elizabeth Reynolds Hapgood (Translator) add to wishlist "Building a Character," the second volume in Stanislavski's acclaimed trilogy, continues the total immersion in technique and class scenarios begun in "An Actor Prepares." see all copies from $5.33! new only from $11.89! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management more books like this by Thomas Kelly add to wishlist The person that holds together all of the production elements of theatre work is the stage manager. This is the person responsible for the form and discipline of rehearsal and performance, for maintaining working script, cue sheets and daily records. They are also responsible for the supervision of the technical and artistic aspects of production. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $15.01! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Improvisation for the Theater more books like this by Viola Spolin add to wishlist This reprint of the popular technical guide offers Spolin's valuable insights on the art of improvisation as she developed its in the heyday of Chicago theater in the 1920s and after. Two hundred exercises edited since the last edition are joined by 30 new exercises with introductions. see all copies from $8.97! new only from $16.70! \| SVS
17 view cover	Fundamentals of Play Directing more books like this by Alexander Dean add to wishlist A thorough, detailed introduction to modern stage directing. Focuses on fundamentals, with an emphasis on the director's interaction with actors. The material is organized in a clear, step-by-step teaching format, from explanations to demonstrations and exercises. see all copies from $9.95!
18 view cover	The Complete Phantom of the Opera more books like this by George Perry add to wishlist Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Phantom of the Opera" is one of the most successful musicals of all time. It is based on the classic romantic horror story set in the Paris Opera House in which a masked musician, living in the dark recesses of the vast building, commits murder in order to further the career of a young soprano with whom he is besotted. This ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $15.99! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Acting is Everything: An Actor's Guidebook for a Successful Career in Los Angeles more books like this by Judy Kerr add to wishlist In this actor's guidebook, an accomplished acting coach shares her lifetime of techniques and tricks of the trade. Includes contact information, Web sites, and valuable phone numbers. 40+ full-color photos. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $10.95! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Designing with Light more books like this by J Michael Gillette add to wishlist This comprehensive survey of the practical and aesthetic aspects of basic stage lighting design treats its subject as an art closely integrated with that of the director, actor, and playwright, and as a craft that provides practical solutions for the manipulation of stage space. An eight-page color section provides a discussion of the practical ... see all copies from $8.09! new only from $62.47! \| SVS
21 view cover	The Theater Props Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to Theater Properties, Materials and Construction more books like this by Thurston James add to wishlist "Excellent photographs and precise instructions abound. James' style and humor enhance this extremely clear, comprehensive manual". -- Library Journal see all copies from $3.00! new only from $27.00! \| first editions
22 view cover	Scenic Art for the Theatre: History, Tools, and Techniques more books like this by Susan Crabtree, Peter Beudert add to wishlist This new full color edition is significantly up-dated to new interviews with "old masters" and successful "divas" of the industry, up-dated safety tips, and additional insights into the business of scenic design. Expanded to include a new chapter dedicated to painting techniques, the book will now feature detailed step-by-step descriptions of ... see all copies from $28.00! new only from $28.00! \| SVS
23 view cover	Stage Costume: Step by Step more books like this by Mary T Kidd add to wishlist Amateur designers -- even those with little time or budget -- will find practical guidance for creating terrific theatrical costumes presented in this resourceful book. Costume designers will welcome the descriptions, measurement guidelines, cutting instructions and assembly directions. There are instructions for creating stage garments that evoke ... see all copies from $11.79! new only from $40.82!
24 view cover	Technical Theater for Nontechnical People more books like this by Drew Campbell, Ph.D. add to wishlist This guide to technical theatre for non-technicians walks the reader through every aspect of the backstage environment, from scenery and lighting to sound and props, as well as stage management. Included are survival guides for essentials such as hanging lights, painting, and getting through dress rehearsals. Those in convention planning, fashion, ... see all copies from $3.16! new only from $10.99! \| SVS
25 view cover	Irreverent Acting more books like this by Eric Morris add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $10.83! \| SVS

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