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One part of a five-part series designed to help the amateur and student toevelop their theatre skills.;The author looks at drama as it is now andffers imaginative approaches to classical and less conventional theatre -ime, spectacle, musicals, outdoor shows and productions in unusual settings..He stresses the importance of teamwork and planning and shows how with areative use of resources outstanding results can be achieved.

David Mayer, the Series Editor, is Head of the Department of Drama at Manchester University.

Michael McCafferey is a freelance professional director with productions in Great Britain, Ireland and throughout Europe.

Introduction

6

(1)

The Director's Role

7

(7)

Choosing a Production

14

(4)

Preparation

18

(12)

The Budget

30

(3)

Pre-rehearsal Work

33

(7)

Casting

40

(3)

Rehearsals

43

(29)

Games and Exercises

72

(9)

Period Plays and Classics

81

(13)

Business Rehearsals

94

(4)

Musical Theatre

98

(9)

Technical and Dress Rehearsals

107

(11)

Performances

118

(3)

Glossary

121

(4)

Bibliography

125

(1)

Suppliers and Stockists

126

(1)

Index

127

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Directing a Play

Directing a Play

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