Excellence for Actors
Excellence for Actors

Author: Alexa Ispas

Publisher: Word Bothy

Published: 2023-03-17

Total Pages: 78

ISBN-13: 1913926265

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Do you want to achieve your full potential as an actor? Discover how to apply “deliberate practice”–a type of practice used by top performers around the world–to turn your weaknesses into strengths. We all know that becoming a great actor requires hard work, but what specific actions will help you get better? Perhaps you have spent years taking acting classes without any noticeable improvement. Or maybe your acting did improve for a while, but you don’t know how to make further progress. This lack of clarity is likely to lead to dissatisfaction and a decline in your enthusiasm for the craft. After all, nobody goes into acting aiming for mediocrity. If this sounds familiar, psychology can help. For many years, psychologists have been studying the process by which those dedicated to their craft achieve mastery. The biggest reveal of this exploration has been “deliberate practice,” a process through which you can turn your weaknesses into strengths. The impact of deliberate practice has been demonstrated by a wide variety of top performers, including athletes, musicians, and chess masters. Excellence for Actors is the first book to explore the application of deliberate practice to acting. Reading this book will provide you with a new level of clarity about how to reach your full potential. As you will learn, achieving excellence is not just about hard work, but also about taking the right actions with the right amount of dedication. Read this book and discover: · How to achieve mastery over any aspect of your craft · How to turn your weaknesses into strengths · How to avoid mediocrity and achieve excellence · The mistakes actors make when trying to improve · Practical tools you can use straight away Short enough to read in an afternoon, yet jam-packed with practical advice, Excellence for Actors will give you the clarity you need to reach your full potential. Alexa Ispas holds a PhD in psychology from the University of Edinburgh. The books in her Psychology for Actors Series provide actors with proven psychology techniques to thrive and build a successful career.

Tips: Ideas for Directors
Tips: Ideas for Directors

Author: Jon Jory

Publisher: Crossroad Press

Published: 2017-09-22

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13:

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Until very recently, directing wisdom was passed on in the form of "tips". Continuing this tradition, you will find them ranging from the way set a scene to directing the actor on the way to laugh. The tips are clear, concise, evocative, and constructed to give you a better day in rehearsal and performance. A buffet of ways to improve immediately that you'll refer to over and over again!

Black Acting Methods
Black Acting Methods

Author: Sharrell Luckett

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2016-10-04

Total Pages: 255

ISBN-13: 1317441222

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Black Acting Methods seeks to offer alternatives to the Euro-American performance styles that many actors find themselves working with. A wealth of contributions from directors, scholars and actor trainers address afrocentric processes and aesthetics, and interviews with key figures in Black American theatre illuminate their methods. This ground-breaking collection is an essential resource for teachers, students, actors and directors seeking to reclaim, reaffirm or even redefine the role and contributions of Black culture in theatre arts. Chapter 7 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.

Psychology Tools for Actors
Psychology Tools for Actors

Author: Alexa Ispas

Publisher: Word Bothy

Published: 2023-03-31

Total Pages: 29

ISBN-13: 1913926303

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Do you want to have a successful acting career? Discover proven psychology techniques that will transform the way you approach all aspects of your acting work. One of the most challenging aspects of being an actor is how little control you have over your working life. If you are like most actors, you don’t know where your next acting job will come from, nor how much money you will be paid for it. However, you do have control over your mindset. In Psychology Tools for Actors, I introduce you to ten psychological tools that will help you take your acting career to the next level by working on your mindset. These tools address five aspects of your life as an actor: learning lines, going to auditions, nurturing your self-confidence, building your resilience, and developing your craft. Each chapter focuses on one of these areas and includes two psychological techniques to help you nurture a positive and empowering mindset about that aspect. By the time you finish Psychology Tools for Actors, you will have ten powerful techniques under your belt that you can use to build a successful and sustainable acting career. Read this book and discover: · How to make the memorization process easier · How to boost your self-confidence before auditions · How to deal with rejections without sinking into despair · How to get better at your craft · Practical tools you can use straight away Short enough to read in an hour, yet jam-packed with practical advice, Psychology Tools for Actors will help you take control of your mindset, so you can navigate the ups and downs of life as an actor with ease and grace. This book is the first in the Psychology for Actors Series, and provides brief insights into those longer books. Alexa Ispas holds a PhD in psychology from the University of Edinburgh. The books in her Psychology for Actors Series provide actors with proven psychology techniques to thrive and build a successful career.

The Actor's Journey
The Actor's Journey

Author: Vandi Lynnae Enzor

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2024-02-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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"The Actor's Journey: Navigating the Path to Excellence" by Vandi Lynnae Enzor is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the art and craft of acting. Drawing from her extensive experience as an actor, director, and educator, Enzor offers a wealth of practical advice, actionable strategies, and profound insights to help actors of all levels navigate the complexities of their profession. This book covers a wide range of topics essential for success on stage and screen, from mastering fundamental acting techniques to honing audition skills, managing performance anxiety, and building a sustainable career in the industry. Enzor delves into the nuances of character development, emotional authenticity, and storytelling, providing readers with invaluable tools and exercises to deepen their craft and connect with audiences on a profound level. Beyond the practical aspects of acting, "The Actor's Journey" delves into the actor's personal and emotional journey, exploring themes of self-discovery, resilience, and fulfillment. Enzor encourages actors to cultivate a strong sense of self-awareness, authenticity, and vulnerability, empowering them to tap into their unique experiences and perspectives to bring characters to life with depth and nuance. With its engaging writing style, relatable anecdotes, and actionable advice, "The Actor's Journey" serves as a mentorship in book form, guiding readers through the ups and downs of the acting profession with wisdom, compassion, and encouragement. Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to refine your skills or a newcomer embarking on your acting journey, this book is an indispensable resource for unlocking your full potential as an actor and navigating the path to excellence in the craft.

Beyond the Moon
Beyond the Moon

Author: Adam Hill

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2013-12-29

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 9781492730989

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While many teachers claim that they teach the one and only valid approach to acting, Adam Hill encourages students to learn the complete craft and to never stop studying. In Beyond the Moon, he delivers impassioned, insightful, and easy-to understand guidance that will propel any actor to their next level of excellence—from beginner to seasoned vet—as long as they are willing to take responsibility and DO THE WORK.“What makes Adam Hill the best acting teacher I've ever had? He is craft smart as well as show business savvy. He demands excellence from his actors while never being cruel. He has the unique ability to make the finest actor even better.” —Brad Garrett (Everybody Loves Raymond)“Preparation, passion, education, and taking responsibility are the keys to your success as an actor.” —Adam HillFrom Beyond the Moon: “A 'method' is an opinion. Learn as many approaches and acting tools as possible, then find the ones that work best for you. You will have developed your own method…“Have a teacher who is going to support you. Respect your teachers, but do not make gurus out of them. Find someone who you feel has a sensitivity to people and a life awareness. Find someone who teaches with love and not out of anger or resentment…“For the advanced actor, study with the teacher who can help you overcome your weaknesses. For example, if you have problems with your emotional instrument, study with a Strasberg teacher. If you are inconsistent being in the moment, study with a Meisner teacher, etc…

Spencer Tracy: An Actor's Influence
Spencer Tracy: An Actor's Influence

Author: ChatStick Team

Publisher: ChatStick Team

Published: 2024-03-19

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13:

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🎭 "Spencer Tracy: An Actor's Influence - Mastering the Art of Influence: The Enduring Legacy of Spencer Tracy in Cinema and Beyond" 🌟 Dive deep into the heart of Hollywood's Golden Age with this definitive exploration of Spencer Tracy's monumental impact on cinema and the art of acting. Crafted by the ChatStick Team, this biography not only chronicles Tracy's illustrious career but also delves into the profound influence he wielded over the craft of acting and the generations that followed. From his early beginnings to becoming a cinematic icon, this book is a treasure trove of insights into one of film's most influential figures. Why You Need This Book: 🌈 Untold Stories: Discover the man behind the legend, his early struggles, and his rise to stardom. 🎬 Iconic Roles: Relive Tracy's most memorable performances that have left an indelible mark on cinema. 📚 Acting Mastery: Gain insights into Tracy's unique acting techniques that revolutionized film acting. 💡 Lasting Legacy: Understand the timeless impact of Tracy's work on modern cinema and aspiring actors. Perfect for: Film enthusiasts eager to delve into the history of Hollywood legends. Aspiring actors looking for inspiration and guidance from one of the greats. Fans of biographies and stories of overcoming adversity. Join us on a journey through the life of Spencer Tracy, whose legacy continues to inspire and influence the world of cinema today. This book is not just a biography; it's an homage to the art of acting and a guide for those who dare to follow in the footsteps of giants.

Acting on the Script
Acting on the Script

Author: Bruce Miller

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 1495002055

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Mastery of craft depends on repetition: the more opportunities student actors have to be guided through analyzing scripts, the more likely they are to develop a reliable process for making choices when the time comes to work independently. That's why Acting on the Script contains eight short plays, which can be used independently or as parts of one full-length play, giving aspiring actors the practice they need to tell the story of the play and of their characters clearly, believably, and compellingly. With each new scene, readers are given the opportunity to think through the analysis and synthesis process independently, then they are guided clearly through that process. The first section reintroduces the basic elements of acting craft. The book then lays out how these elements relate to a script in general and then more specifically – by using a short play to illustrate the basic principles. The second section focuses on specific analysis and synthesis problems using original scenes especially composed to help students develop their analysis and choice-making skills and to address individual acting issues. The plays, already tested in classes and two productions (one professional and one college), are filled with the kinds of acting problems that beginning actors often have trouble with and need to learn to solve. In addition, specific problems that actors might have with certain types of material are addressed as well.