Director's Craft : A Handbook for the Theatre by Katie Mitchell (2008, Trade ...

Taylor & Francis Ltd

Master the art of stage direction with 'The Director's Craft: A Handbook for the Theatre.' This indispensable guide, written by acclaimed director Katie Mitchell, offers a step-by-step approach to directing for the stage. It provides detailed assistance on every aspect of a theatre director's varied challenges with startling clarity, making it essential for students and practitioners alike. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional looking to reinvigorate your practice, this book will inspire you. Katie Mitchell shares her practical tools for working with actors, production teams, and texts, covering crucial topics like understanding a play's underlying ideas, preparing improvisations, the "twelve Golden Rules" for actor collaboration, managing the transition from rehearsal to performance, and post-run work analysis. Each chapter concludes with a summary of critical points, serving as an ideal reference. Product Summary: Taylor & Francis Ltd Director's Craft: A Handbook for the Theatre. This theatre directing handbook is written in English, features 246 pages, and was published in 2007. It is suitable for adult readers and comes in a paperback format.