Christopher Morse

Acting for the Amateur Stage Christopher Morse

Is it possible to learn all you need to know about nonprofessional theatre in just 44 pages? Read this book and find out. Written by an award-winning playwright and community theatre veteran, this concise guide covers the most essential aspects of stage performance: movement, voice, engaging the audience, working happily with your director, and much more. The text leads the way from audition through the rehearsal process and onto the stage on opening night. Almost uniquely, this book also lets you in on what you really need to do (and avoid doing) to become a cherished and respected member of any acting company. Informative, funny, and refreshingly original, Acting for the Amateur Stage cuts away layers of acting school mystery and provides the insights that will let you move confidently through the world of live theatre.