Theatre: The Rediscovery of Style and Other Writings

<p>Michel Saint-Denis was one of twentieth century theatre’s most influential directors and theorists. This book combines his seminal <em>Theatre: The Rediscovery of Style</em> with material from <em>Training for the Theatre</em> newly edited to create a work which moves seamlessly from theory to practice.</p><ul> <p> </p> <li> <em>Theatre: The Rediscovery of Style</em> collects five of Saint Denis’ key lectures given during his time in America and perfectly encompasses his synergy of classical theatre and modern realism</li> <p> </p> <li> <em>Training for the Theatre</em> is a key practical resource for actors directors and teachers alike. It covers crucial areas such as understanding a play’s context training schedules improvisation and dealing with stage space as well as a section on Saint-Denis’ use of masks in actor training</li> </ul><p><em>Theatre: The Rediscovery of Style and Other Writings</em> benefits from Jane Baldwin’s new biographical introduction and annotations that put Saint-Denis into context for a contemporary audience. It brings a wealth of inspirational material both to the rehearsal space and the classroom.</p>