Mask Characterization: An Acting Process - Softcover

Appel, Libby

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0809310392 ISBN 13: 9780809310395

Publisher: Southern Illinois University Press, 1982

Synopsis

Behind the mask, Appel notes, the stu­dent is free to create a personality; paradox­ically, because the mask hides the self, it en­ables the student to probe more deeply into himself.

“This book describes, defines, and dis­cusses the mask characterization process, providing the theory behind the exercises and the step-by-step procedure in the organ­ic development of the character from the masks,” Appel notes. The manual is divided into two parts: “The Instructor’s Guide” and “The Actor’s Guide.” There is also an intro­ductory chapter, “The Class Structure,” which explains mask characterization pro­cedures in the classroom, and a sample class schedule may be found in the back of the manual.

This book adds a new dimension to actor training and learning. It is essential to aspir­ing actors seeking new ways to create honest dramatic characterizations.

About this title

About the Author

Libby Appel is an Artistic Director Emerita of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.

From the Back Cover

This book adds a new dimension to actor training and learning. It is essential to aspiring actors seeking new ways to create honest dramatic characterizations.

Edition details

• Publisher: Southern Illinois University Press
• Publication date: 1982
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0809310392
• ISBN 13: 9780809310395
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 136