How did the actors for whom Shakespeare wrote his plays make his characters come to life; how did they convey his words? Can modern directors; actors; and even library readers of Shakespeare learn from them?Creating character and making the Elizabethan playwrightrsquo;s poetry compelling for the audience is a problem which has seldom been resolved in modern times. This book demonstrates the hard course a modern actor must follow to make real and truthful the words he speaks; and the action and emotion underlying them. With examples and simple exercises; this book helps with the preparation for the great task ndash; providing the actor with a combination that unlocks the Bards English. Starting with how theatrical speech was understood in Renaissance England; it looks at figures of speech; the powers of persuasion; and the passion and rhythm inherent in the language.
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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Unreadable; absolute waste of time and money.By DQI read almost any ballroom dance book that I can find. I am a serious competitive pro/am dancer. This "book" comprises sentence after run-on sentence; words with no real meaning. Cannot imagine an editor was involved with this publication. Save your money.1 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Barely readableBy uquiltwomanFor a paperback book that costs $40; it is not user friendly. The author needs a ghost writer to make his tone and wording a little more conversational.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Comprehensive;well written;enjoyable great photos by author!By dance.dance.danceComprehensive;well written;enjoyable great photos by author!This is a well researched book which is delightful in its coverage of so many aspects of the current Ballroom Dance World.It is especially well written; some incredible photographs are shared; taken by the Author himself.It would seem to me that this topic has extended applications for gerontology; immunology; and fibromyalgia; not to mention the wonderful workout and joie de vivre one enjoys ; even vicariously; reading this excellent book.Thanks to the Author!
