In-Depth Acting

by Dee Cannon

Overview

'A book that will stand the test of time' – Pierce Brosnan

An essential guide to the Stanislavski technique, filtering out the complexities of the system and offering a dynamic, hands-on approach. Provides a comprehensive understanding of character, preparation, text, subtext and objectives.

How to prepare for drama school and professional auditions

How to develop a 3-dimensional, truthful character

Preparation exercises to help you get in character

Rehearsal guidelines

An appendix of Transitive/Active Verbs and more

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781350267626
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	08/26/2021
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.31(d)

About the Author

Dee Cannon was senior acting teacher at RADA for 17 years when she left to become a full time freelance acting coach in TV, film and theatre. She is considered to be one of the top acting teachers in England specializing in Stanislavski technique. Over the last 20 years she has been invited all over the world to give masterclasses and acting workshops, and she authored the 'acting' chapter in the Guardian's Guide to Acting/Performance.

Table of Contents

Foreword by Pierce Brosnan
I Want to Act
1. Know Thy Self
2. Why Train?
3. Acting Training
4. Auditions
5. You Got the Part, Now What: Technique
6. How to Develop a Character in Depth
7. Character Preparation
8. How to Rehearse
9. Finding Different Truths
Final Curtain
Appendix

Editorial Reviews

A wonderful, succinct book that no student or professional actor should be without.” —Jenny Lipman, LAMDA

“Dee Cannon's classes at RADA were legendary. An inspiring and intensely practical guide for anyone, at any stage of their acting life.” —Eve Best

“This is the definitive version of the method I use to approach every role... How wonderful to finally have it all in book form!” —Gemma Arterton

“Working with Dee and with this book I feel my process and preparation has been energized, activated and inspired.” —Ramin Karimloo

From the Publisher