John Martin is a theatre director and trainer, dedicated to fulfilling his teacher, Jacques Lecoq's appeal to "create the theatre which does not exist". Having directed and taught across the world, he has followed his own multi-racial origins to explore performance work relevant to a multi-cultural society. A pioneer of intercultural performance in the UK and founder of Pan Centre for Intercultural Arts, he also lectures in creativity fdrawing from a wealth of research across many performance traditions.
The Intercultural Performance Handbook opens up a new world of technique for performers. The first ever full-length, fully illustrated manual for practitioners, it provides:
*a guide to the physical, vocal and improvisational dynamics drawn from world performance styles
*a new vocabulary with which to interpret plays from around the globe
*games to use for exploring rhythm, movement, balance, tension and gesture, breathwork, stylisation and the use of the voice
*a practical approach to creating vibrant theatrical work.
Studies on intercultural performance are usually written by scholars and reasearchers. John Martin explains the definition and development of intercultural performance studies from the perspective of an experienced practitioner. He provides exercises, practical advice and a clear training process for the inquiring actor or director.
This book is a process of discovery, carefully written so as to develop understanding and move towards empowerment for the adventurous theatre-maker.
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John Martin is a highly respected teacher and practitioner, who's directed over forty productions around the world, teacher at the University of East Anglia and Rose Bruford College, London and is founder of Pan Centre for Intercultural Arts in London
Practical and clear introduction to the techniques used in non-western theatre
All exercises are clearly illustrated with line drawings and diagrams
Introduction; 1. Discovery of Energy 2. Using the Energy 3. Rhythm 4. Improvisation 5. The Voice; Appendicies
This text opens up a new world of technique for performers. The first ever full-length, fully illustrated manual for practitioners, it provides exercises, practical advice, and a clear training process for the inquiring actor or director.
This fully illustrated manual provides a guide to the physical, vocal and improvisational dynamics of non-western performance and a practical approach to creating vibrant theatrical work. The book is provides exercises, advice and a clear training process for the inquiring actor or director.
Über den Autor
John Martin is a theatre director and trainer, dedicated to fulfilling his teacher, Jacques Lecoq's appeal to "create the theatre which does not exist". Having directed and taught across the world, he has followed his own multi-racial origins to explore performance work relevant to a multi-cultural society. A pioneer of intercultural performance in the UK and founder of Pan Centre for Intercultural Arts, he also lectures in creativity fdrawing from a wealth of research across many performance traditions.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction; 1. Discovery of Energy 2. Using the Energy 3. Rhythm 4. Improvisation 5. The Voice; Appendicies
Klappentext
In a search for more vibrant and exciting ways of presenting performance, actors are increasingly turning to non-western traditions, In this essential handbook for the actor, John Martin introduces students and practitioners to the physical, vocal and improvisational techniques needed to perform non-Western theatre forms. The chapters provide exercises, games and information on energy and breathing, tension and gesture, and balance. Clearly illustrated with diagrams and line drawings, this book will prove invaluable to the actor looking to expand his repertoire, and to the student looking to explore new directions.
