Acting from Shakespeares First Folio examines a series of techniques for reading and performing Shakespeares plays that are based on the texts of the first lsquo;completersquo; volume of Shakespeares works: the First Folio of 1623. Do extra syllables in a line suggest how it might be played? Can Folio commas reveal character? Don Weingust places this work on Folio performance possibility within current understandings about Shakespearean text; describing ways in which these challenging theories about acting often align quite nicely with the work of the theories critics. As part of this study; Weingust looks at the work of Patrick Tucker and his London-based Original Shakespeare Company; who have sought to discover the opportunities in using First Folio texts; acting techniques; and what they consider to be original Shakespearean performance methodologies. Weingust argues that their experimental performances at the Globe on Bankside have revealed enhanced possibilities not only for performing Shakespeare; but for theatrical practice in general.
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Good Source BookBy Alan Dale DanielDraw Anything; by Arthur Zaidenberg; is a good source book; however; it is not a teaching tool for yourself or for a class situation. If you are trying to learn to draw I recommend How To Draw Anything by Mark LinleyHow to Draw Anything; Keys to Drawing by Dodson; Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards; Drawing the Head and Figure by Jack Hamm (anything by Jack Hamm is worth getting); or Bridgmans Complete Guide to Drawing from Life by George Bridgman. I have purchased every one of these books; and many others; and found them to be the best for teaching drawing to a person without experience (or; in my case; talent).Mr. Zaidenbergs book does acquaint the artist with the basics of many different animals; objects; and people; but it really is only a way to copy the drawing rather than a real life object. If the artist can find the actual object; take a photo; or obtain a photo he or she should proceed from that rather than any drawing -- with the exception of drawings by the great masters.To Mr. Zaidenbergs credit he points out in the intro to the book that it is more of a source book than a teaching aid.AD23 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Everything I hoped for and moreBy monteeThis book offered exactly what I wanted and needed. Because I already have been drawing for awhile; I didnt need any how to. I just wanted a variety of pictures that I could use to draw from. Not everything comes from my memory because we usually arent the type to take a mental picture of everything. Some things yes; but others we just need to view them to capture detail that is usually overlooked. Since I am not in a position where I can just go out and find the objects that I want to draw; this book gave me the variety that I needed. I recommend this book to those that already have their methods and style of drawing figured out; but just want ideas of what to draw and some detail included.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Old book for a granddaughterBy Carl L. Potter; Jr.Perfect for a young person with some interest and talent in drawing/painting. My wife received the original hardcover book about 50 years ago (still has it) and remembered it as her best friend. Granddaughter was excited when she opened it. Easy purchase and it arrived on the date estimated.