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Informationen zum Autor Dr. Robin Schraft is a Professor of Theatre at Drury University. His commercial career includes work as a director, designer, and stage manager in New York, summer stock, national tours, and Branson, Missouri. He is a member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) and the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT), where he served for many years as the Vice-Commissioner for Computer Applications for the Lighting Commission of the Institute. He also served on the committee that wrote the current national recommended practices for stage lighting graphics. Klappentext The Director's Toolkit is a comprehensive guide to the role of the theatrical director. Following the chronology of the directing process, the book discusses each stage in precise detail, considering the selection and analysis of the script, the audition process, casting, character development, rehearsals, how to self-evaluate a production and everything in between. Drawing on the author's own experience in multiple production roles, the book highlights the relationship between the director, stage manager and designer, exploring how the director should be involved in all elements of the production process. Featuring a unique exploration of directing in special circumstances, the book includes chapters on directing nonrealistic plays, musicals, alternative theatre configurations, and directing in an educational environment. The book includes detailed illustrations, step-by-step checklists, and opportunities for further exploration, offering a well-rounded foundation for aspiring directors. Zusammenfassung The Director’s Toolkit follows the directing process from start to finish covering each phase of the production process. Beginning with the selection and analysis of the script and ending with how to self-evaluate a production, chapters include thought-provoking activities, supplemented by resources on a companion website. Inhaltsverzeichnis Contents Preface Acknowledgments Introduction – What Is a Director? Background The Director in the Production Process The Function of the Director Approaches Director vs. Acting Coach Qualities of a Good Director The Production Process A Final Thought Further Exploration PART I – The Script Chapter 1 – Script Selection Script Selection Process Sources for Play Scripts Understanding and Obtaining Performance Rights Relationship with the Playwright Contractual and Ethical Obligations Preparing a Production Book Play Selection Checklist Further Exploration Chapter 2 – Understanding the Play: Script Analysis Understanding the Play Determining and Understanding the Spine of the Play Identifying the Dramatic Structure of the Play Dividing the Script into Working Units Analyzing the Play Determining the Style of the Play Script Analysis Format Outline of Script Analysis Format Further Exploration Chapter 3 – Research Leading to a Concept Analysis to Research Production Research Period Research Background Research Character Research Playwright Research Style Research Final Thoughts on Research Intrinsic and Extrinsic Interpretations of the Play Historical and Social Implications in Interpretation of the Play Developing a Production Concept for the Play Research Leading to a Concept Checklist Further Exploration Chapter 4 – Style What Is Style? The Origin of Theatrical Styles Modern Theatrical Styles Determining the Style of the Play Style vs. Mode Determining the Mode for the Production Further Exploration PART II – The Production Staff Chapter 5 – Working with the Pr...
