Acting Shakespeare's Language

About this book

In this inspirational new manual, Andy Hinds shares what he has learnt over thirty years of teaching the speaking and acting of Shakespeare's texts. In simple steps he brings the reader to a full understanding of how Shakespeare's language 'works', lucidly outlines a number of practical guidelines, and provides simple, test-proven exercises to put each guideline into practice. Key points include: Acting Solo Speeches Pronunciation Imagery and imagistic language Acting Shakespeare's Verse Acting Shakespeare's Prose Breathing The essential guide for all actors, students, teachers or directors tackling Shakespeare's plays or speeches and wishing to release the full dramatic power of his words.

Details

Format

Paperback

ISBN-13

9781783190089

Publisher

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published

June 2, 2015

Pages

152

Weight

14.4 oz

Subject

Performing Arts