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This handbook explains the techniques of traditional scene painting. A "how to" book for the novice, it shows the methods used in creating the illusion of three dimensions where only two exist. It provides a step-by-step explanation of each aspect of scene painting, using both color and black-and-white photographs for illustration. Among the many illusions made possible through the magic of paint are stonework, wallpaper, woodwork, as well as mouldings, draperies, and foliage. To teach the beginner how to re-create reality through painted illusion, Pinnell emphasizes traditional scene painting, including basic tools, primary painting techniques, and methods for creating texture on scenery. He also illustrates refinements and embellishments that lead to more advanced work.

A wide ranging look at the state of contemporary theatre practice economics and issues related to identity politics and technology Contains a snapshot dissection of where theatre is where it has been and where it might be going through the voices of established and emerging theatre artists and scholars from the UK US and elsewhere Offers an examination of how to make theatre in a time of crisis and why it is a vital form of communication are at the heart of the book s mission Asks questions such as where is theatre now taking place what is the relationship between play and performance how does funding work what states does theatre flourish under and if there is a current crisis of theatre should it not be seen as a welcome opportunity to develop a vigorous theatre of crisis The international list of contributors includes Jim Carmody Phyllis Nagy Michael Billington Max Stafford Clark Peter Sellars Dragan Klaic Goat Island Erik Ehn and many others making up a vast array of practising artists thinkers and scholars

Lisa MulcahyThe author of Building the Successful Theater Company and co-writer/stage director of an off-Broadway hit offers insider's tips and encouragement for participating in the theater festival scene for new works. Mulcahy helps fledgling playwrights select which venue best matches their artistic/funding needs from among the best festivals, from the Seattle Festival of Improv Theatre to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Resources are appended

A stunning debut examining the ache we all have to belong from a major new literary talent

Jean Morrison BrownThis is the moving story of the development of modern dance as told by the visionary artists who created it. The powerful words of Isadora Duncan, Martha Graham, Doris Humphrey, Ruth St. Denis, and twenty nine other modern dance artists come to life in these orignal essays. This revised edition includes new selections by Paul Taylor, Twyla Tharp, Alvin Ailey, and Mark Morris. Includes background information on each dancer, historic photographs, and a comprehensive bibliography.

Mabel E Todd Originally published in 1937, this classic in the study of human physiology and the effect of psychological and mental processes on human movement is a favorite of dancers, students of motor development, and all those concerned with questions of human fitness.

This work deals with the psychological as opposed to the physical aspects of dance training. In The Student Dancer Julia Buckroyd brings together the fields of education, welfare, counselling and psychology in relation to dance teaching and training. She considers the ways these can deepen our understanding of the human dimension of dance training, and how they can be practically applied in vocational training schools. Following the substantial body of evidence which shows a high incidence of illness, smoking, injury and eating disorders among dancers and trainees, Buckroyd argues that current dance training is damaging to the welfare of students and needs to change. With examples of good practice, and many ideas, arguments and proposals, she looks at questions such as: the self and the body adolescence and dance training learning in groups male trainees eating disorders and career transition. This book is aimed at teachers, students and administrators involved in professional dance training, and professional dance companies. It is also useful for parents of dance trainees as well as for students and teachers in other performance disciplines.

The authoritative first history of an international cultural phenomenon. The Story of Irish Dance is of interest to the general reader and as a source for scholars of Irish dance, dance anthropology, folklore and cultural studies. It is a book well worth reading. The Irish Times A serious study, which succeeds in being both entertaining and stimulating. Irish News

The Royal Ballet in House records the first three years of Royal Ballet performances in the newly refurbished Royal Opera House. A large part of the repertory has been photographed by Bill Cooper. Over two hundred full color pictures of forty-three ballets are featured, including masterpieces by the great choreographers Frederick Ashton and Kenneth MacMillan, as well as new works by leading choreographers of today.

Richard C. BeachamDrawing on recent archaeological investigations, new scholarship and its author's own original research and staging experience, this book is the first extended English-language treatment of the Roman theatre to be published in several decades. With the aid of thirty-five black and white illustrations, a full bibliography and index, The Roman Theatre and its Audience provides an intriguing account for general readers and students, while presenting a great deal, too, which will be of interest to the specialist.