Performing Arts

The Missing Episodes: A Detailed Look at Doctor Who's Lost History In the 1960s and 1970s, the BBC destroyed many of its original recordings of popular television shows. One notable example is the...

Fawlty Towers: A BiographyThis behind-the-scenes look at the beloved sitcom explores the creative partnership and unpredictable brilliance that made it an immortal classic. From its demented genius...

The Gardener's Son by Cormac McCarthy is a powerful and haunting tale of two families bound together by fate. In 1976, this screenplay was adapted into a two-hour film for the PBS series Visions,...

Iron Man 3: The Art of the Movie is a lavish coffee table book that delves into the creative process behind the blockbuster film. Exclusive concept artwork, storyboards, and behind-the-scenes...

Peter Bradshaw's film reviews - the good, the bad, and the ugly - are gathered in this unique collection. With 20 years' worth of experience as The Guardian's film critic, Peter shares his knowledge...

Games for Actors and Non-Actors is a foundational text by Augusto Boal that explores the principles and practice of his revolutionary Theatre of the Oppressed method. This approach transforms theatre...

The Trial of the Chicago 7: The Screenplay by Aaron Sorkin is the screenplay behind the Academy Award-nominated film of the same name. It dramatizes the 1969 trial of seven prominent anti-Vietnam War...

Steven Berkoff and the Theatre of Self-Performance is a comprehensive study of this influential British theatre figure. Since the 1960s, Steven Berkoff has left an indelible mark on modern British...

Discover the world of Sanditon, Jane Austen's final unfinished novel, in this official companion to the ITV series. Written by Sara Sheridan, this book offers everything fans need to know about the...

The Art of Coarse Acting by Michael Green is a humorous take on the world of theatre. This spoof pokes fun at incompetence and revels in disaster, offering a lighthearted look at life backstage. For...

A Chorus Line: The Complete Book and Lyrics This iconic Broadway show first electrified audiences in 1975 and remains a defining moment for generations of theater people. The complete book and lyrics...

Travis Bickle's life is one of isolation and disillusionment. He takes up driving a taxi in search of escape from his sleeplessness and the corruption that surrounds him. As he navigates the city,...

The works of Hayao Miyazaki are a testament to the power of animation as a medium for storytelling. This comprehensive analysis delves into the creative genius and technical skill that have made...

Blood Cinema: The Reconstruction of National Identity in Spain (A Centennial Book) by Marsha Kinder explores how films and popular culture reflect and shape Spanish national identity. From the 1950s...

The Carry Ons - On Screen By Stephen Lambe A comprehensive guide to the beloved British film series, exploring its evolution from gentle comedies to more risqué humor. This in-depth reference book...

Drama Games for Rehearsals is a comprehensive resource for directors looking to energise and inspire their rehearsal process. This quick-fire guide offers dozens of ideas and exercises to help you...

North by Northwest: A Thrilling Screenplay Experience The screenplay for Alfred Hitchcock's 1959 romantic thriller is presented here in its first publication. This enticing blend of suspense, comedy,...

This behind-the-scenes look at the making of Life of Pi takes you into the world of Academy Award-winning director Ang Lee's most ambitious film. With a foreword by Yann Martel and an introduction by...

A behind-the-scenes look at the making of Sunday in the Park with George is offered by Putting It Together. In 1982, James Lapine met Stephen Sondheim, and they decided to write a musical inspired by...

The philosophical questions behind the Star Wars saga are explored in this thought-provoking collection of essays. From the nature of good and evil to the complexities of morality, the films raise...

The Applied Theatre Reader brings together new case studies and classic source texts from leading practitioners and academics in applied theatre. This updated edition covers the breadth of practice...

The Stepford Wives by Samantha Lindop is a scholarly study that finally gives this cult classic film the serious attention it deserves. Originally intended as a feminist diatribe, the 1975 film was...

Learn the basics of prop building with this comprehensive guide for stage and screen. Prop Building for Beginners covers twenty essential projects that introduce you to various materials, tools, and...

A comprehensive look at the Back to the Future franchise is offered in this book by Brad Gilmore. The author shares his passion for the films, cartoons, toys, and more, providing an engaging history...

The Reel Truth: Everything You Didn't Know You Need to Know About Making an Independent FilmReed Martin's insightful guide reveals the common pitfalls and mistakes that aspiring filmmakers encounter,...

Producing for Film and Television provides a comprehensive overview of the different stages of film production, from development of an idea to delivery, distribution, and festival entry. This guide...

A versatile collection of monologs, duologs and triologs for teenage actors. This book offers two-to-three minute monologues ideal for auditions, speech competitions, acting practice, discussion...

This comprehensive collector's book celebrates John Wayne and his iconic film career. With forewords by Ann-Margret and Leonard Maltin, it features hundreds of photographs from behind the scenes and...

Acting: The Basics by Bella Merlin is a comprehensive guide to the actor's journey from training to performance. This dynamic book responds to recent changes in the entertainment industry, focusing...

Stanley Cavell's The World Viewed is a seminal work that explores the fundamental nature of film and its relationship to philosophy. First published in 1979, this enlarged edition offers a...

Layla's Room by Sabrina Mahfouz is a powerful exploration of teenage life in the UK today. Through drama, comedy, poetry and music, Layla navigates the challenges of growing up, from societal...

Beyond Stanislavsky: A New Approach to Actor TrainingThis comprehensive guide introduces Psycho-Physical Acting, a system that builds upon the work of Konstantin Stanislavsky. By exploring the...

Facing the Fear: An Actor's Guide to Overcoming Stage Fright by Bella Merlin is a unique guide for actors struggling with stage fright. Drawing on her own experiences and those of other performers,...

Di Trevis shares her wealth of experience as a world-renowned director to offer an insightful look at the role of a director. With productions at Britain's National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company...

For young performers looking to expand their repertoire, this collection offers 75 challenging monologues suitable for kids aged 7-15. The pieces cover a range of subjects and styles, from comical to...

Guillermo del Toro's The Shape of Water: Creating a Fairy Tale for Troubled Times is a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the critically acclaimed film. The book chronicles the entire filmmaking...

Establish yourself as a respected film and video editor with expert guidance. This comprehensive guide shares the authors' own experiences as assistant editors and successful Hollywood editors,...

Learn the basics of line dancing with this comprehensive guide. After 30 years of teaching, author D.S. Russell has created a portable and easy-to-use glossary that breaks down each step into its...

Nancy Meyers: A Key Contemporary US Filmmaker Deborah Jermyn's comprehensive study rectifies the omission of one of Hollywood's most successful female filmmakers. This book provides detailed...

Writing for Television Series, Serials and Soaps by Yvonne Grace offers practical guidance for those interested in the television industry. With 20 years of experience as a script editor and...

Glamour Girls of Sixties Hollywood Seventy-Five Profiles by Tom Lisanti is a unique collection of biographical profiles and photographs showcasing 75 women who rose to fame in 1960s Hollywood. These...

A candid and humorous critique of modern cinema from a renowned film critic. Mark Kermode offers his unvarnished opinion on the state of the movie business, tackling topics such as the commercial...

A powerful one-act play that explores how individuals are perceived by society. Voices in a small town shed light on the struggles of an adolescent girl and the ways in which her contemporaries...

Theatre for Change: Education, Social Action and Therapy by Robert Landy and David T. Montgomery explores the diverse field of Applied Drama and Theatre, highlighting international best practices in...

Eastern Heroes Magazine Vol 2 No 2 Special Shaw Brothers Softback Collectors Edition Explore the world of Shaw Brothers Studios with this special edition of Eastern Heroes Magazine. Inside, discover...

Westerns were a staple of movies from the 1930's to the 1960's, with stars like John Wayne and Gary Cooper becoming household names. This genre also launched the careers of other notable actors, such...

The Bachelor Nation: Inside the World of America's Favorite Guilty Pleasure by Amy Kaufman is a behind-the-scenes look at the enduring popularity of the Bachelor franchise. Since its premiere in...

Theatre and Audience by Helen Freshwater explores the complex relationships between performers and their audiences in European and North American theatre from the twentieth to the twenty-first...

First published 150 years after its author's birth, this comprehensive guide to Stanislavski's approach to acting offers a clear and accessible account of his system from training to performance.The...

Rough Girls by Tara Lynne O'Neil is an original play that tells the untold story of Belfast's first all-female football team. In 1917-1921, these women stepped onto a pitch in shorts and footie...

Conversations with leading lighting designers offer insights into the art and craft of theatre lighting design.Interviews with 16 professional lighting designers, including those who have worked on...

Star Trek Discovery: The Art of Glenn Hetrick's Alchemy Studios is an in-depth look at the art and design behind one of television's most popular shows. This illustrated coffee-table book delves into...

Steve Hutchison's in-depth analysis of 100 iconic horror films from the 1980s is a must-have for film enthusiasts and horror fans alike.This comprehensive guide delves into each movie, providing a...

Swan Lake Reimagining A Classic by Bill Cooper is a beautifully produced book featuring exclusive photographs that showcase the Royal Ballet's interpretation of this iconic ballet. The book...

The Living Daylights and Licence to Kill: A Radical BondCary Edwards' He Disagreed with Something that Ate Him offers a fresh perspective on two James Bond films, long overlooked as missteps in the...

Simon Stephens' latest collection of plays explores the complexities of human identity and experience.From 2011 to 2016, Stephens has been writing dramas that delve into uncaring worlds, where...

Acting and Reacting Tools for the Modern Actor challenges traditional views of actor training by introducing a new approach that combines different perspectives. Nick Moseley argues that actor...

Terrence Malick's films are more than just cinematic works of art - they are also deeply philosophical explorations of the human experience. This collection brings together an international team of...

Theatre and Its Audiences: Reimagining the Relationship in Times of Crisis In the aftermath of the Covid crisis, the relationship between performance practitioners, arts organisations, and their...

Creating and putting on a solo show can be a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it can also be a rewarding experience. This clear and accessible guide is written by two experienced...

Black Caesars and Foxy Cleopatras: A History of Blaxploitation CinemaIn 1971, two films revolutionized the movie industry, launching a genre that would shape the decade. Melvin Van Peebles's Sweet...

The Marvel: Illustrated Guide to the Spider-Verse is an in-depth exploration of the Spider-Man universe. This comprehensive guide features stunning illustrations and provides insight into the...

Theatre and Protest explores the complex relationship between theatre and protest. Lara Shalson examines how these two forms have influenced each other across the twentieth and twenty-first...

Italian Horror Cinema brings together a range of contributions to shed new light on this iconic genre. From its heyday in the late 1950s to the early 1980s, Italian horror cinema was marked by excess...

Gilmore Girls: A Cultural History offers an engaging analysis of the popular series. Lara C. Stache and Rachel Davidson examine how the show serves as a representation of American culture and...

Advice from Dancers and Choreographers: Insights into the World of Dance. For young dancers looking to pursue their passion, this book offers practical advice from experienced professionals. With...

The Whole Equation: A History of Hollywood By David Thomson Abacus, 2006 This comprehensive history of the Hollywood movie industry reveals the inner workings of the business, moving beyond the...

A celebration of the cinema of the 1970s. This book explores a pivotal decade in film history, when the big screen reflected life and society with unprecedented honesty. With censorship relaxed,...

Nicolas Roeg's life and career are a testament to the power of innovation in film-making. As one of the most distinctive directors of his generation, he has inspired a new wave of filmmakers.From his...

Costume Design for Performance offers a comprehensive guide to the creative process behind designing costumes for the performing arts. Bettina John shares her extensive knowledge of the industry,...

Silver Lining by Sandi Toksvig is a hilarious comedy about five elderly women who come together to recreate The Great Escape - senior-citizen style. On one dark and stormy night, they face the sudden...

Stan and Ollie's Lost Films Revealed in New Scripts. The Laurel & Hardy Movie Scripts Volume 2: Lost Films and Classics presents previously unpublished documents created between 1927 and 1935 for 23...

Ken Loach's 1969 drama Kes is a powerful exploration of social realism, focusing on Billy's journey as he forms a bond with a kestrel. This study delves into the origins of the film, examining the...

Discover 25 fantastic duologues for one man and one woman, written by some of the most exciting dramatic voices since 2000. This collection features a diverse range of character types and styles,...

Choreography: The Basics provides a comprehensive overview of choreography as both a creative skill and a field of study. This clear guide introduces readers to essential theory and context, offering...

The Godfather, Part II by Jon Lewis is a close analysis of Francis Ford Coppola's 1974 film, exploring its cinematic and political contexts. The study is structured in three sections, examining the...

A revelatory portrait of the creative partnership that transformed musical theater and provided the soundtrack to the American Century. Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II were the creators of...

Get expert insights from 22 successful voice actors and voice over artists in this unique collection of tips and advice.Honest sharings from behind the scenes about the ups, downs and in-betweens of...

Scorsese by Ebert offers an in-depth exploration of Martin Scorsese's filmography, featuring interviews with the director over nearly forty years. From his debut feature to his 2008 release, Shine a...

The Prisoner Handbook by Steven Paul Davies is a comprehensive guide for those involved in the performing arts industry. This detailed handbook covers various aspects of television production,...

A comprehensive guide to developing a clear and powerful voice for the actor. This practical handbook explains the theory behind effective voice use and provides proven exercises to improve vocal...

A poetic exploration of the experience and perspective of black men in America, American Moor examines the intersection of race and identity through the lens of Shakespeare's Othello. This powerful...

Vadim Muntagirov's life story offers an intimate look at the world of professional ballet. From leaving home at 10 to pursue full-time training, and then rising through the ranks with remarkable...

Dark Places: A Study of Haunted Spaces in Film explores the eerie locations that fuel horror movies. From crumbling mansions to abandoned asylums, these settings create an atmosphere of fear and...

Laban for Actors and Dancers is a practical guide to Laban's famous system of movement. This comprehensive handbook provides teachers and students with a step-by-step introduction to the theory,...

The Amber Spyglass is an astonishing imaginative feat that conjures a universe of intensity and beauty. Philip Pullman's groundbreaking trilogy has been brought to life with a new cover, creatively...

This lavishly illustrated collection of essays explores the movies that have created waves of hilarity over the past century. Featuring contributions from prominent film critics, including James Agee...

A play of monologues by Christopher Plumridge tells the story of a Teddy Bear who became a legend. Through ten adventurous monologues, you'll discover how a simple stuffed toy evolved into 'Great...

Film theory: an introduction offers a highly readable account of film theory, covering a period from the late 1960s to the present. This synthesis brings together various intellectual currents,...

A comprehensive history of Russian cinema from its early beginnings to the present day. This engaging narrative explores the industry and its key films in the context of Russia's social and political...

Nikolai Demidov's comprehensive guide to actor training has long been a hidden gem in Russian theatre circles. Now available in English for the first time, this collection brings together his five...

Delve into the world of Harry Potter filmmaking with this second volume of The Film Vault series. Featuring gorgeous concept art and unit photography from the Warner Bros. archive, this deluxe...

Puppets, Puppetry and Gogmagog is a comprehensive manual that provides detailed instructions for creating 24 different puppets and their variations. With over 900 illustrations and 260 pages of...

Behind the scenes of Disney and Pixar's original feature film Lightyear, this vibrant volume offers an exclusive look at the exciting visuals. Production designs, storyboards, colorscripts, and...

The Gunfight at the O.K. Corral: A Hollywood Legacy. In just 30 seconds, a legendary story unfolded, leaving behind three dead and two wounded, forever etched in American imagination. This infamous...

Explore the world of film with Film Studies From Hollywood to Bollywood. This comprehensive guide covers everything from how people communicate ideas in films to the impact of cinema on popular...

Explore the making of Robert Eggers' epic Viking revenge thriller, The Northman. This behind-the-scenes look at the film's conception, writing, casting, and production is compiled from fascinating...

A play about loneliness and longing, Reverberation explores the complexities of human connection. After a tragedy, Jonathan has withdrawn from the world, while Claire's arrival upstairs sparks a...

The Lamplighter by Jackie Kay is a powerful and poignant exploration of the legacy of slavery in Britain. This award-winning poet and Scottish Makar weaves together four distinct voices to tell the...

Studio Ghibli: A Cinematic Experience Like No Other The animations of Studio Ghibli are widely regarded as among the highest in the movie industry, with each new release eagerly anticipated by fans...