Words Into Action by William Gaskill
Packed with insights from a lifetime of directing theatre, Words into Action is a fascinating read and a vital masterclass for actors and directors.'If you want to know what a director - a good theatre director, that is - actually does, read William Gaskill's marvellous new book, Words into Action.. Gaskill is a great director, and a great teacher... Essential stuff'
* Whatsonstage.com *'relays profound wisdom and very specific, useful tips from a career of directing... the book provides unique and thorough insight into many specifics of Gaskill's career'
-- Ann M. Shanahan * 'Theatre Artists Writing About Practice: A Review Essay', 2011 *'a fount of wisdom that should prove invaluable to any reader'
* British Theatre Guide *'a fastidiously lucid and frank set of essays packed with practical advice, useful observations, and acute close readings'
-- Helen Simpson * TLS, 'Books of the Year' *William Gaskill (1930-2016) began directing at the Royal Court in 1957. He directed a handful of groundbreaking plays there, including Edward Bond's Saved with its controversial baby-stoning scene. In 1963 he directed the young Maggie Smith at Laurence Olivier's new National Theatre. In 1974 he co-founded Joint Stock Theatre with Max Stafford-Clark, going on to stage some of the most significant work of the 70s and 80s.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781848421004 |
| ISBN 10 | 1848421001 |
| Title | Words Into Action |
| Author | William Gaskill |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Nick Hern Books |
| Year published | 2010-09-23 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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