One of the strongest directors out theremdash;an artist committed to making us see the world for what it is. mdash; New YorkerWith his ongoing exploration into actor behavior and an ever-innovative body of work; Richard Maxwell has written a study guide to the art of making theater. This illuminating volume provides a deeper understanding of his work; aesthetic philosophy; and process for creating theater.Richard Maxwell is a director and playwright and the artistic director of New York City Players. Maxwells plays have been commissioned and presented in over 20 countries. He is a Doris Duke Performing Artist. Maxwell has been selected for a Guggenheim Fellowship; two OBIE Awards; a Foundation for Contemporary Arts Grant; and he was an invited artist in the Whitney Biennial (2012). Maxwell is the recipient of the 2014 Spalding Gray Award.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great attention to format and clear and easy to readBy Mark ModzelewskiThis book truly takes you through the steps and considerations needed to become a theatre director. If you are thinking about entering the field it will help you consider carefully how to navigate the road. There can be no guarantees of success; but it will certainly help prepare you and get you to think about what is required artistically; emotionally; and administratively. Great attention to format and clear and easy to read.