Focal Press Acting Power: The 21st Century Edition

Acting Power: The 21st Century Edition from Focal Press addresses questions in the context of today's field. The first edition of Acting Power was a groundbreaking work of acting theory which applied sociological and psychological principles to actor training. The book went on to influence a generation of theatre and performance studies students and academics, and was translated into five languages. The carefully revised 21st Century Edition carefully reconsiders a lot of points, such as should actors act from the inside or the outside? Should the actor live the role or present the role? This revision features contemporary research into communication theory, cybernetics, and cognitive science. It includes witty exercises for solo study and classroom use, and a through-line of useful references to classic plays. It also presents observations about the actor's art by more than 75 distinguished professional actors and directors.