Louis Fantasia: 3 books
Instant Shakespeare
A Proven Technique for Actors, Directors, and Teachers
Language: English
Release Date: March 29, 2002
What do the Dead Sea Scrolls and frog overlays have to do with performing Shakespeare? They're both part of Louis Fantasia's approach in Instant Shakespeare. Mr. Fantasia, the first American to direct at the Shakespeare Globe Centre and a distinguished member of the international theatre community,...
Tragedy in the Age of Oprah
Essays on Five Great Plays
Language: English
Release Date: December 21, 2012
In an era of Twitter and televised therapy, it may seem that classic theatre has little place in contemporary society. Accustomed to the indulgences of a celebrity-driven culture, how can modern audiences understand and interpret classic works of drama?
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Talking Shakespeare
Notes from a Journey
Language: English
Release Date: July 28, 2017
Talking Shakespeare is a collection of essays on Shakespeare’s plays and politics and their impact in the world today. Originally given as provocative talks on Shakespeare at some of the most prestigious universities, conferences, and theatres around the world, they reflect on the author’s more...