Performing Arts

The Hard Problem by Tom Stoppard is a thought-provoking drama that explores the intersection of psychology and biology. At its core, it poses a fundamental question: if there is nothing but matter,...

Make your own movie in just 39 steps. This accessible guide cuts through the jargon to help amateur filmmakers create more cinematic videos using their existing equipment. From family celebrations to...

Irish Dancing: A Festival Story by Angeline King explores the rich history of Irish folk dancing in Northern Ireland. From its humble beginnings in 1928 to its current status as a cross-community...

Unmasking Theatre Design: A Designer's Guide to Finding Inspiration and Cultivating Creativity by Lynne Porter is a comprehensive guide for theatre designers. This book reveals how creative designers...

Set against the backdrop of a derelict Lancashire road, this seminal play explores the lives of its poverty-stricken inhabitants. A wild night and a drunken guide take centre stage as they navigate...

The Peaky Blinders Compendium: A Comprehensive Guide to the World of Peaky Blinders. This in-depth guide celebrates the swagger and cool of the Shelby family enterprise, covering everything from...

Pat and Margaret is the screenplay of Victoria Wood's first full-length film. The story follows two sisters, one of whom became a star in Hollywood 20 years ago, while the other remained at home to...

Improvising Now offers practical techniques and strategies to make scene work easier, more efficient, and enjoyable. By applying these tools and insights, you'll be able to navigate challenging...

Behind the scenes of a horror classic: Sleepaway Camp. In 1983, Robert Hiltzik's film was met with scathing reviews from critics, but its fans saw something different - a unique blend of horror,...

Mastering the art and craft of writing scenes is key to creating outstanding screenplays. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instruction and numerous exercises to help you transform your...

The Witch by Brandon R. Grafius provides a critical study of Robert Eggers' 2015 film, exploring its historical and mythological background, as well as its place within various horror sub-genres and...

Leadership in Star Trek: Lessons from the Captain's Chair by Jason A. Kaufman and Aaron M. Peterson explores the essential skills for effective leadership through the lens of six decades of Star Trek...

Before Charles Brackett and Billy Wilder's names became synonymous with Hollywood's Golden Age, their relationship was marked by intense dislike. Despite this, they collaborated on some of the most...

Improvisation the Michael Chekhov Way: Active Exploration of Acting Techniques offers a unique approach to acting techniques through dozens of improvisational exercises.Based on the work of Michael...

The world of film production has changed dramatically with the advent of new equipment, methods, and technologies. To stay ahead in this fast-paced industry, it's essential to master the latest...

For those who spent their formative years at the cinema, only to realize that becoming a film critic was the only career option, Mark Kermode's memoir offers a unique glimpse into his life. This...

Rediscovering Korean Cinema explores the rich heritage and current significance of South Korea's film industry. This groundbreaking collection of thirty-five essays by academic specialists situates...

Today I feel silly. My mood can change in an instant. One minute I'm feeling happy and carefree, the next I'm feeling sad and grey.This charming picture book explores the ups and downs of everyday...

Fashioning James Bond: Costume, Gender and Identity in the World of 007This book explores the costumes and fashions of the James Bond movie franchise, from Sean Connery's debut in Dr No (1962) to...

Life-Destroying Diagrams by Eugenie Brinkema is a radical exploration of the formal logics underlying horror and love. Through close readings of film, literature, and philosophy, Brinkema examines...

Introduction to Film by Nick Lacey offers a concise yet complete introduction to film studies. This core textbook interweaves historical and current theoretical approaches to provide a...

The Radical in Performance by Baz Kershaw investigates the crisis in contemporary theatre and celebrates the subversive in performance. This study explores the link between Western theatre, which is...

Writing the Pilot: A Guide to Creating a Successful Television Series. Television networks are increasingly looking for new voices and fresh ideas, leading to a surge in demand for spec pilot scripts...

Skin Shows: A Reevaluation of the Monstrous in Gothic Horror. This book offers a fresh perspective on the monstrous, exploring its role as a cultural object and its relationship to our understanding...

A Director Prepares offers a profound exploration of the creative process in theatre. Anne Bogart shares her insights into seven key areas that can either hinder or enhance artistic expression:...

Community Theatre Global Perspectives by Eugène Van Erven explores how communities around the world use theatre as a tool for sharing stories and participating in political dialogue. This unique...

Jerry Goldsmith: Music Scoring for American Movies is an in-depth study of the life and work of renowned film composer Jerry Goldsmith. This essay explores Goldsmith's career, which spanned over...

Shakespeare in Elizabethan Costume explores why doublets, hose, ruffs and farthingales continue to feature in modern Shakespeare productions. By examining interviews with prominent theatre...

This comprehensive history of women directing horror movies reveals the often-overlooked stories behind some of the most iconic films in the genre. From silent reels to modern independent films,...

The Devil's Candy: The Anatomy Of A Hollywood Fiasco by Julie Salamon. In 1990, filmmaker Brian De Palma embarked on an ambitious project to adapt Tom Wolfe's bestselling novel The Bonfire of the...

Blink is a darkly funny and dysfunctional love story that explores the complexities of human relationships. Written by Bruntwood Playwriting Prize winner Phil Porter, this new play is an exciting...

Joanna Hogg: A Film Director's Innovative Style Shonni Enelow explores the work of Joanna Hogg, a filmmaker known for her rigorous and quiet style. Through an analysis of her six feature films,...

A brilliant cultural history detailing the fascinating relationship between movies and American society in the 1960s. In this engaging study, J. Hoberman explores how politics and pop culture...

The screenplay for Memento and Following presents a complex, layered narrative that explores the boundaries of storytelling. A former insurance investigator's quest to uncover the truth is mirrored...

This miniature guide to the spells and charms of the wizarding world brings the magic of Harry Potter to life through concept illustrations, unit photography, and production notes. Explore the...

Sex and the City and Us: How Four Single Women Changed the Way We Think, Live, and LoveThis fascinating retrospective explores how four women used their personal stories to launch a cultural...

Visual Effects for Indie Filmmakers: A Guide to VFX Integration and Artist Collaboration provides essential tools for independent filmmakers and VFX artists working on low-budget projects. Experts...

The Mammoth Book of Slasher Movies by Peter Normanton is a comprehensive guide to over 250 slasher and splatter films from around the world. Spanning six decades, this A-Z encyclopedic round-up...

Improvise with Confidence: A Comprehensive Guide to Improvisation Techniques. Improve your performances and build self-confidence with this invaluable technique. Improvisation is an essential skill...

Scriptwriting for the Screen provides an accessible guide to writing for film and television. This edition has been updated to include new examples and an entirely new chapter on adaptation, helping...

Documentary film encompasses a wide range of styles and themes, from Robert Flaherty's pioneering work Nanook of the North to Michael Moore's anti-war documentary Fahrenheit 9/11. This concise guide...

The power of still images in cinema. Through the lens of the camera, we experience and recall some of the most memorable events and faces in film history. This book is a detailed survey of still...

The Avengers Assembled: The Origin Story of Earth's Mightiest HeroesThis comprehensive biography provides an unparalleled look at the origin and evolution of Marvel's premiere Super Hero team. From...

Star Trek: The Official Guide to the Animated Series is a comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at the beloved animated series. First published in 1975, it was a critical success and earned the...

Orson Welles was a true Renaissance man - a master storyteller who excelled in film, theater, radio, and more. This collection of conversations between Welles and Peter Bogdanovich offers a unique...

Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey is widely regarded as one of the most influential films in cinema history. This insightful study explores the complex origins, unique shape, and extraordinary...

Cinema Sewer Volume 2: A Wild Compilation of Bizarre Cinema. This second volume of Cinema Sewer brings together issues 13 to 17 of the popular underground magazine, along with an additional 90 pages...

Theatre/Archaeology challenges traditional disciplinary boundaries and offers a radical new approach to both archaeological and performance theory. By combining innovative ideas from these fields,...

Hardcover edition of Homer's Iliad books XIII-XXIV. This is a 3rd edition of the work published in 1990 by E typographeo Clarendoniano. It contains eight pages and features a hardcover binding.

David Letterman: The Last Giant of Late Night by Jason Zinoman is a comprehensive and insightful biography that sheds light on the life and artistic legacy of one of television's most iconic figures...

Loki: The Official Collector's Guide is a behind-the-scenes look at Marvel Studios' Loki. This deluxe book features interviews with the cast and crew, stunning photos and art, and explores the making...

The Makeup Artist Handbook: Techniques for Film, Television, Photography, and Theatre Learn from renowned makeup artists Gretchen Davis and Mindy Hall in this comprehensive guide to makeup techniques...

Terry Gilliam's troubled film project finally comes to light in this long-form interview. Gene Gregorits sat down with Laila Nabulsi, producer of Terry Gilliam's 1998 film "Fear and Loathing In Las...

The story of women's football in the UK is one of courage and perseverance. Through the eyes of a modern professional female footballer, Offside explores the game's past as she seeks to find her...

Island Town is a bittersweet story about friendship and dreams of escape. For Kate, Sam, and Pete, life in their town isn't about what's lacking, but about the freedom to make their own way.The...

Robert McKee's latest work explores the art of creating compelling characters and designing their casts. Building on his previous guides to storytelling, Character delves into the design of a...

Verbatim theatre is a unique and powerful form of storytelling that brings real-life experiences to the stage. In "Telling the Truth", Robin Belfield shares his expertise as a theatre-maker and...

Discover the art of storytelling with this practical guide from comedian and Moth 5-time champion storyeller Margot Leitman. Breaking down the process into concrete components, Leitman provides a...

Understanding how to use language effectively is crucial for any performer. This guide explains the art of persuasion in playwriting and provides practical exercises to help actors bring performances...

The Complete Beyond the Fringe by Alan Bennett and Peter Cook is a collection of sketches, songs, and monologues that showcase the comedic talents of its creators. First performed in 1961, this...

Performance Theory explores the connections between Western and non-Western cultures, theatre, dance, anthropology, ritual, performance in everyday life, rites of passage, play, psychotherapy and...

Klingon for the Galactic Traveler by Marc Okrand is a comprehensive guide to the Klingon language and customs. Organized into four sections, it covers regional dialects, everyday usage, slang...

Alistair McDowall's first collection of plays is a showcase of his exceptional talent and versatility as a writer. This anthology brings together some of his most notable works, including the...

Mastering Stand-Up: A Complete Guide to Becoming a Successful Comedian By Stephen Rosenfield, Chicago Review Press Incorporated This comprehensive guide is for anyone looking to break into comedy or...

Rent: Movie Vocal Selections Piano, Vocal and Guitar Chords This songbook features 18 songs from the modern-day adaptation of La Boheme, including Another Day, I'll Cover You, Rent, Seasons of Love,...

The Stanislavski System: A Practical Guide to Becoming a Better ActorThis comprehensive guide to the Stanislavski method has been a trusted resource for acting students and teachers for decades...

Catching Chen Qing Ling: Exploring Transcultural Media Flows This collection examines the global phenomenon of the 2019 Chinese drama Chén Qíng Lìng, also known as The Untamed. Through multifaceted...

Actor Training by Alison Hodge provides an in-depth exploration of the history and practice of actor training. This updated second edition builds upon its predecessor, incorporating new research and...

The Godfather and Philosophy explores the timeless themes and moral dilemmas that underpin one of cinema's most iconic stories. Twenty-eight chapters by philosophers tackle key questions, including...

The Essential Wrapped in Plastic: Pathways to Twin Peaks by John Thorne is a comprehensive critical analysis and historical reporting of the acclaimed television series. This book brings together...

More Dance Improvisations offers 78 brand-new activities to help dancers explore and experience movement. These improvisation tasks and exercises support all aspects of a dance class, from warm-ups...

Alice in Wonderland A Page to Panto Script by Joe Meloy is a unique adaptation of Lewis Carroll's beloved tale. In this version, Alice meets an eccentric cast of characters as they navigate the...

Theatre and Nation by Nadine Holdsworth explores how theatre institutions, playwrights, and performance artists engage with the nation, nationalism, and national identity in their work. This book...

Modern Family: The Untold Oral History of One of Television's Groundbreaking SitcomsThis comprehensive oral history explores the making of one of television's most influential sitcoms. Through...

This study explores the artistic value of films by Jean-Pierre Melville in their historical context. Ginette Vincendeau examines the director's fascination with American culture and his complex...

Scene Change: Why Today's Nonprofit Arts Organizations Have to Stop Producing Art and Start Producing ImpactBy Alan Harrison, Changemakers BooksThis book tackles the challenges facing nonprofit arts...

Continental Films French Cinema Under German Control by Christine LeteuxFrom 1940 to 1944, Continental Films dominated the French film landscape during the Nazi occupation. Despite producing films...

Learn from the masters who shaped Disney's animation legacy. Andreas Deja, a renowned animator and Disney legend, delves into the creative processes of Walt Disney's core animators, known as the Nine...

The Inside Story of A League of Their Own A behind-the-scenes look at the making of one of America's most beloved baseball movies. Featuring exclusive interviews and memories from the original cast...

The Pearson REVISE BTEC National Performing Arts Revision Workbook is designed to help students build confidence with scaffolded practice questions and test their knowledge and skills in advance of...

Get an inside look at the screenwriting process as it happens. Finish the Script! is a step-by-step guide to writing a screenplay from scratch, based on actual class lectures and assignments. By...

The Woman in the Story: Writing Memorable Female CharactersBy creating a memorable female character with huge audience appeal, screenwriters have to consider all kinds of differences, from character...

New Korean Cinema: Breaking the Waves explores the transformation of South Korea's film industry from the late 1980s to the 2000s. Darcy Paquet examines the impact of government censorship, Hollywood...

Get ready to tackle auditions with confidence. Acting coach Margie Haber's revolutionary phrase technique is designed to help actors break through psychological roadblocks and deliver their best...

Journey to Mexico collects nearly all of Antonin Artaud's writings related to his voyage to the land of the Tarahumara. Prior to this journey, he prepared writings that would be followed by pieces...

The Road, a gripping post-apocalyptic novel by Cormac McCarthy, provides a powerful text for use in English at Key Stage 4. This educational edition has been prepared by national Drama in Secondary...

Quota Quickies is a collection of short films by Steve Chibnall and Brian McFarlane, first published in 2007. This book features a selection of these shorts, showcasing the duo's unique blend of...

The Little Guide to the Godfather I'm Gonna Make Him an Offer He Can't Refuse by Hippo! Orange is a comprehensive celebration of one of cinema's most iconic films. On its 50th birthday, this book...

The Odyssey Vol. IV (Books XIII-XXIV) by D. B. Monro and T. W. Allen is a translation of Homer's epic poem, presenting the final books of Odysseus' journey home after the Trojan War. This volume...

Shakespeare's Advice to the Players is a concise guide for actors and directors working with Shakespeare's plays. The book distills the Bard's advice into practical advice on pacing, pauses, and...

Science Fiction Theatre: A History of the Television Program 1955-57 This comprehensive history documents the entire run of Science Fiction Theatre, a groundbreaking television series that explored...

Ingmar Bergman is a seminal work of film analysis that has had a lasting impact on the study of cinema. First published in 1969, this influential volume by Robin Wood remains one of the most...

For singers and actors looking to improve their musical skills, Andrew Gerle's Music Essentials provides a comprehensive guide to music theory, notation, and sight-singing. With a focus on practical...

Ballet For Dummies offers an introduction to the world of ballet, perfect for those who want to appreciate its beauty and technique. This comprehensive guide covers the basics of classical ballet, as...

Stephen Schwartz's creative career has been marked by both commercial success and personal struggle. In Defying Gravity: The Creative Career of Stephen Schwartz, from Godspell to Wicked, biographer...

The Animator's Survival Kit: Flexibility and Weight (Mini) This mini edition focuses on two essential aspects of animation: flexibility and weight. Richard Williams explains how to loosen up your...

Uncle Vanya is a poignant drama by Anton Chekhov, first performed in Moscow in 1899. The story revolves around Serebryakov's visit to his rural estate with his new wife Yelena, where tensions and...

Derek Jarman: A Critical Reappraisal of His Cinema. This book offers in-depth analysis of Derek Jarman's eleven feature-length films, challenging the perception of him as a cult figure and instead...

The Fifty-Year Mission: An Unprecedented Oral History of Star Trek's First 25 Years This is the untold story behind one of pop culture's most enduring phenomena. Spanning five decades, The Fifty-Year...

Discover the stunning artwork and behind-the-scenes stories from Walt Disney Animation Studios' latest film, Strange World. This unique collection showcases character designs, storyboards, color...