The Expressive Body: Physical Characterization for the Actor

Alberts, David

ISBN 10: 0435070304 / ISBN 13: 9780435070304

Published by Heinemann Drama, 1997

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Expressive Body: Physical Characterization for the Actor
• Publisher: Heinemann Drama
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0435070304
• ISBN 13: 9780435070304
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

From the author of the bestselling Talking About Mime comes a practical handbook for the actor on physical expression and movement. The Expressive Body looks at intentional and unintentional movement and gesture as they inform characterization, and how those factors can be used by the actor to enhance performance. Chapters covered include Movement and Gestures, Building a Character, Character Interaction, and movement for Period Plays, and are designed to enable the actor to "rise about a superficial representation of yet another stereotypical stock character to the creation and embodiment of a living, breathing human being."

A mime artist of worldwide recognition and critical acclaim, David Alberts has performed and taught throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe.

About the Author

An accomplished actor, director, and mime, David Alberts has performed and taught throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. He is the author of Talking About Mime (1994) and Rehearsal Management for Directors (1995), both published by Heinemann.