Spolin, Viola
Improvisation for Theater (Drama and Performance Studies)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780810140080
- author:
- Spolin, Viola
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Northwestern University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 412
- Dimensions:
- 15.24 x 3.3 x 22.86 centimetres
- Genre:
- Acting techniques
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Viola Spolin's Improvisation for the Theater is a comprehensive guide to teaching and directing techniques that have revolutionized modern theater. First published in 1963, this revised edition has sold over 100,000 copies worldwide and continues to inspire actors, directors, teachers, and writers across various fields. The book features 30 new exercises, including introductions, as well as over 200 updated classic exercises and a section on traditional theater games for warm-up use. A glossary of side-coaching phrases provides definitions of their meaning and value, while an alphabetical list of all games and exercises is included for reference.