The art and practice of directing for theatre / Paul B. Crook.

Second edition.

New York, NY : Routledge, 2025.

©2025

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Paul B. Crook is the Executive Director of the Etherredge Center for the Fine and Performing Arts, on the campus of the University of South Carolina Aiken, where he additionally serves as a Professor of Theatre. With over 25 years of experience as a director, actor, and educator, Paul has worked in theatres across the country, from New Mexico to Ohio. He spent several years as the Associate Artistic Director of the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival in Durant, OK, and was the Artistic Director of the B & B Theatre in Ruston, LA - asmall, professional company he started with his wife, Mary Fran. As an arts educator, prior to his arrival at USCA, Paul served as the Directing and Acting Professor at Louisiana Tech University, Director of Theatre at Andrew College, and was on the faculty of Shelton State Community College. Paul and Mary Fran have four delightful children and one delightful daughter-in-law: George (his wife, Abbi), CeCe, Bryant Ford, and Mary Ellis.

"This new edition is fully revised to address changes in theatre since the Covid pandemic, new technology, intimacy direction, and inclusive practices. It features: Guidance through day-to-day aspects of directing, including a director's skillset and tools, script analysis, and rehearsal structure. Advice on collaborating with production teams and actors, building communication skills and tools, and integrating digital media into these practices. Discussion questions and practical worksheets covering script analysis, blocking, and planning rehearsals. Updated references to reflect the changes in the theatre community and profession since the original writing. Updated examples of studies and technology. This book is written for students in Theatre Directing courses, along with new and aspiring theatrical directors. The Art and Practice of Directing for Theatre Second Edition includes access to downloadable worksheets, available at www.routledge.com/9781032619514"-- Provided by publisher.

Taylor & Francis. EBA 2024-2025.

Print version: Crook, Paul B. Art and practice of directing for theatre Second edition. New York, NY : Routledge, 2025

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October 11, 2024

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Theater > Production and direction.

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