(Applause Acting Series). Kids of today face a different world and a different set of challenges then did the children of even 15 years ago. Playing with a Purpose features a collection of monologues that reflects these new attitudes and circumstances. Highly diversified in its view of the family and the childs place in the world; the monologues have been chosen from several sources: from contemporary playwrights and screenwriters; from YouthPlays; a new company that specializes in publishing cutting-edge plays for the youth market; and from such conservatories for young actors as The Playground; the Los Angeles-based training center run by Gary Spatz; the leading acting coach for performers ages 6 to 16. "Playing with a purpose" is an idea that arose from Fifes work with young actors over the course of several decades. The included monologues have been chosen and arranged to allow for a young actors development. From "Getting Started: Simple Situations and Circumstances" to "Intermediate: Adding Elements of Character" to "Advanced: Character Counts;" each chapter includes pieces that will test the young actors ability; while making use of the lessons presented in each.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. The NPR Curious Listeners Guide to Classical MusicBy J. ForrestTim Smith; Music Critic of the BALTIMORE SUN; is one of the nations most enlivening and insightful commentators on classical music. It is not surprising; then; that this 2002 publication of Grand Central Press makes for interesting and enjoyable reading. It fills a distinct niche in the literature. Written not for the complete neophyte; but rather for the listener who has discovered classical music; and who has learned to enjoy and love that which he or she has thus far heard . . . it is a book which encourages the reader to explore more widely; and to listen to the major works of the repertory--and a few not quite so main stream.As with any writer; there is room to quibble with some of Smiths opinions; but in the main; there is nothing here not based in solid scholarship. For me; the highly select recommendations for possible compact disc purchase raised my eyebrows the highest. Talk about an area where devotees can disagree!! Still; tho I would not have chosen many (most?) of the recordings Smith chose; I could understand WHY he chose them from among those readily available to his reading public.This book renders a valuable service and will remain on my library shelves.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Good font style and font sizeBy LennyClearly written and concise. Good font style and font size; so reading is easy. Excellent almost-pocket-sized reference to the history; forms; composers; instruments; selections; and recommended recordings. A plus for both beginners long-time listeners.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Awesome resourceBy A. MckinneyAwesome book.I found it very informative and really appreciated the composer and song listings/descriptions.
