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And then, you act: Making Art in an Unpredictable World
By: Anne Bogart Publisher: Routledge Average Rating: Binding: Paperback Label: Routledge Number of Items: 1 Number of Pages: 140 Publication Date: April 18, 2007
From well-known auteur of the American theatre scene, Anne Bogart, And Then, You Act is a fascinating and accessible book about directing theatre, acting and the collaborative creative process.
Writing clearly and passionately, Bogart speaks to a wide audience, from undergraduates to practitioners, and makes an invaluable contribution to the field tackling themes such as:
intentionality
inspiration
why theatre matters.
Following on from her successful book A Director Prepares, which has become a key text for teaching directing classes, And Then, You Act is an essential practitioner and student resource.
Phenomenal This book is truly a phenomenal work. Building on her previous "A Director Prepares", this book is an examination of why we create art in the world today. It also explores how to create art of worth in today's society. The essay on intention is amazing, and covers what exactly art is, and how it comes about. This book is a must read for any serious theater practitioner.