Other performing arts Books

La comicità è una delle forme d'arte più amate dagli Italiani. In questo volume, Giovanni Battista Cionifortuna ci propone un saggio sulle produzioni comiche, che ci permette di scoprire le radici della nostra cultura di humor. Il libro presenta un...

Learn the art of paper magic from the legendary escape artist himself, Harry Houdini. This comprehensive guide covers everything from paper tearing to paper folding, and includes step-by-step instructions to help you master each technique. Whether you're...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This is a book about long-form improv, the art of making up comedy scenes as you go (meaning no script) on a stage. Improv Nonsense was a critically acclaimed blog about long-form improv, written by Will Hines, a teacher and performer from the...

This wonderful collection of true-life tales reflects the joys, sorrows and wit of the generous and hearty residents of the no-so-sleepy historic village of Cumberland Furnace situated in the hills and hollows of rural Tennessee. They "register...

British comedy cinema has been a mainstay of domestic production since the beginning of the last Century and arguably the most popular and important genre in British film history. This edited volume will offer the first comprehensive account of the rich...

The Art of Clowning is the first book on clowning technique and offers a step-by-step process for actors and other theatrical enthusiasts to discover their "inner clown." This fun and accessible guide expands on theories and exercises to help students...

A.F. Harrold’s comic genius is very much to the fore in his latest collection of poetry as he utilises his considerable poetic dexterity to beguile, charm, dazzle and amuse. Harrold details his extensive collection of literary memorabilia,...

One of FX's most successful original productions, Sons of Anarchy roared onto the screen in 2008 and dominated the cable network's programming for seven seasons. Following an outlaw motorcycle club on its Shakespearean journey, the series took...

"Glove Puppetry" is a classic guide to glove puppets, including chapters on its history, how to make puppets, how to put on a performance, and much more. This fantastic guide is full of great ideas for both pleasure and educational purposes, making it...

Learn to dazzle your audience with these easy-to-master magic card tricks! This book is perfect for aspiring magicians of all skill levels.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

Dieses Buch bietet eine umfassende Einführung in die Welt der Zauberei und enthält eine Vielzahl von Tricks, Techniken und Zaubersprüchen, die jedem helfen können, seine Magie zu verbessern. Es ist ein unverzichtbares Handbuch für jeden, der sein...

Bridges's book is a classic work on the art of magic, exploring the various techniques and illusions used in stage performances. With detailed instructions on card tricks, sleight of hand, and other classic magic techniques, the book reveals the secrets...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

The world’s first play set and performed on board a typical Melbourne tram as it makes its way from the Mont Albert terminus to the City and back. An audience gathers at the terminus where the tram soon arrives carrying a conductress and a sleeping...

L'improvvisazione è un'arte vibrante, che vive di spontaneità e impulso. Il pubblico di tutto il mondo riempie teatri per vedere spettacoli in cui "potrebbe succedere di tutto!" Ma all'interno di molte compagnie che la praticano c'è una contraddizione in...

Agoracritus, un vendeur de saucisses, est en concurrence avec Cléon pour obtenir la confiance et l'approbation de Démos, un vieillard qui incarne l'allégorie du peuple athénien. Après différentes épreuves, Agoracritus est jugé le plus digne de confiance...

Furieuses contre Euripide qui a installé des soupçons à l'égard de toutes les femmes, les Athéniennes projettent de concerter leur vengeance pendant la fête des Thesmophories. Inquiet pour sa vie, Euripide envoie un de ses parents déguisé en femme pour...

In Stephen Evans' The Ghost Writer, playwright Michael and producer Harry are hiding in the theater to avoid the audiences who saw their last opening (and closing) night. Their lawyer Kate - Michael's current and Harry's former partner - sees in their...

This book, Volume 1 is an actual copy of my original manuscript as one of all 10 books in the series. The book started as a record of CD's, DVD's and books that I own. Late in 2007 however, I started writing down anything that I was thinking about. So...

Easy card tricks - is an amazing yet simple system of magic tricks with cards that is used by many leading professional magicians. You'll learn how to do easy card tricks, card shuffling tricks, prediction card tricks, mathematical card tricks, amazing...

Appreciation for The Milligan Papers...I have been manifestly and magnificentlymisrepresented! For this much thanks!Winston Churchill One of my soldier boys died laughing!What a way to go!Florence Nightingale Liberating! After reading The...

Appreciation for The Milligan Papers.I have been manifestly and magnificentlymisrepresented! For this much thanks!Winston ChurchillOne of my soldier boys died laughing!What a way to go!Florence NightingaleLiberating! After reading The Milligan PapersI...

Imagine you're in the circus and you see creatures everywhere you go. The problem is, they're incomplete! Can you connect their dots to make them whole? You will need to have excellent counting and number skills to complete this exercise. When you're...

Cathy and Rick are the owners of a janitorial company. Their employees are ruining homes and annoying their employers. Janitor Fat John eats the oysters, a treat for Mrs. Schmitt's daughter. In another house, Fat John was chased out with ripe tomatoes...

Originally published in early 1900's. The author was a skilled manipulator who helped to establish cigarette magic as an important branch of magical entertainment. The well illustrated contents contain 201 photos and full details and instructions for...

Arms And The Man' is a three-act play written by Bernard Shaw in 1920. An 'anti-romantic comedy', this play endeavours to attack the romantic notion of war by portraying a much more realistic illustration of its plights. A clever, witty, and subtle gem...

This vintage book is a complete and novice-friendly guide to creating your own puppets, puppet theatre, and other related equipment. With simple diagrams and clear instructions, this volume is ideal for the novice puppeteer, and would make for a...

This book contains a detailed guide to learning magic tricks, written with the amateur in mind. In the pages of this book will be found an abundance of tricks, puzzles, and games of every sort and kind. The volume is indeed a mine of magic and amusement,...

Tops Treasury of Illusions presents a collection of 60 carefully selected magical illusions, each drawn from 25 years of Tops Magazine. A definite must for all magicians interested in the art of stage illusion.

This book explores the possibilities and limitations of violence on the early modern stage and in the early modern world.

Using Open Scenes as a "way in" to scripted material, this book establishes a foundational actor training methodology that can be applied to the performance of film or television acting, commercials, and theatrical realism. Unlike other methodologies,...

A collection of humorous monologues for solo performers, perfect for amateur or professional entertainers. Guaranteed to bring a smile to the face of any audience, these monologues cover a wide range of topics and moods.This work has been selected by...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

"An extraordinary personal journey. Inspiring, moving and hilarious,as only Jenny Wynter knows how!" Tim Ferguson (Doug Anthony Allstars)From the sudden early death of her mother, to unplanned pregnancy, to having her wedding interrupted by an elderly...

This volume analyses the nature of the mime art of Deburau and of the pantomime performances of the Théâtre des Funambules in Paris in the context of Romantic art, literature and socio-political thought. Deburau and the Théâtre des Funambules are...

Quatrième pièce conservée d'Aristophane, après Les Acharniens, Les Cavaliers et Les Nuées, Les Guêpes s'inscrivent dans le cadre de la longue lutte de l'auteur contre le démagogue Cléon. Cette fois-ci, la question de la paix passe au second plan ; c'est...

Lots of books tell you that you should be using storytelling in your marketing if you want to connect with your audience. This book shows you how.In The Business of Stories, bestselling author Susan Payton shares her simple process for crafting...