Voice Into Acting

<p>How can actors bridge the gap between themselves and the text and action of a script integrating fully their learned vocal skills? How do we make an imaginary world real create the life of a role and fully embody it vocally and physically so that voice and acting become one? <p/>Christina Gutekunst and John Gillett unite their depth of experience in voice training and acting to create an integrated and comprehensive approach informed by Stanislavski and his successors - the acting approach widely taught to actors in drama schools throughout the world. <p/>This updated edition contains: a new chapter on vocal embodiment of actions new findings from neuroscience supporting the approach more exercises warm-up routines for training rehearsal and performance and a completely new glossary of terms. <p/>The authors create a step-by-step guide to explore how voice can: <p/>- Respond to our thoughts senses feelings imagination and will<br>- Fully express language in content and form<br>- Communicate imaginary circumstances and human experience<br>- Transform to adapt to different roles<br>- Connect to a variety of audiences and spaces <p/>Featuring 55 illustrations by German artist Dany Heck <b><i>Voice into Acting</i></b> is an essential manual for the actor seeking full vocal identity in characterization and for the voice teacher open to new techniques or an alternative approach to harmonize with the actor's process.</p>