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The Laban Workbook is a compendium of unique exercises inspired by
the concepts and principles of movement theorist and artist, Rudolf
Laban. Written by five internationally recognized movement experts,
this textbook is divided into single-authored chapters, each of
which includes a short contextual essay followed by a series of
insight-bearing exercises. These expert views, honed in the
creation of individual approaches to training and coaching actors,
provide a versatile range of theory and practice in the creative
process of crafting theatre. Readers will learn: Enhanced
expressivity of body and voice; Clearer storytelling, both physical
and vocal, facilitating the embodiment of playwrights' intentions;
Imaginative possibilities for exploring an existing play or for
creating devised theatre. Featuring many exercises exploring the
application of Laban Movement Studies to text, character, scene
work, and devised performances - as well as revealing the creative
potential of the body itself - The Laban Workbook is ideal for
actors, teachers, directors and choreographers.
"This wonderful, eclectic book offers both theoretical and
practical insights to actors, directors, and students, while
providing fascinating insights to anyone who seeks a greater
understanding of the process of creating theater.-Barbara
MacKenzie-Wood, head of acting/music theater, Carnegie Mellon
University In this updated rich resource for actors, renowned
movement teachers and directors reveal the physical skills needed
for the stage and the screen. Readers will gain remarkable insights
into the physical skills and techniques used in a wide variety of
performance styles through ready-to-use exercises and approaches.
Included in this new edition are chapters covering: Stage combat
Yoga for actors Martial arts Body-mind centering Authentic movement
Bartenieff fundamentals Grotowski-based movement Those who want to
pursue serious training will be able to consult the appendix for
listings of the best teachers and schools in the country. This
inspiring collection is a must-read for all actors, directors, and
teachers of theater looking for stimulation and new approaches.
Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a
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expertise can help our audience of readers.
The Laban Workbook is a compendium of unique exercises inspired by
the concepts and principles of movement theorist and artist, Rudolf
Laban. Written by five internationally recognized movement experts,
this textbook is divided into single-authored chapters, each of
which includes a short contextual essay followed by a series of
insight-bearing exercises. These expert views, honed in the
creation of individual approaches to training and coaching actors,
provide a versatile range of theory and practice in the creative
process of crafting theatre. Readers will learn: Enhanced
expressivity of body and voice; Clearer storytelling, both physical
and vocal, facilitating the embodiment of playwrights' intentions;
Imaginative possibilities for exploring an existing play or for
creating devised theatre. Featuring many exercises exploring the
application of Laban Movement Studies to text, character, scene
work, and devised performances - as well as revealing the creative
potential of the body itself - The Laban Workbook is ideal for
actors, teachers, directors and choreographers.
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