The Comedy Improv Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to University Improvisational Comedy in Theatre and Performance
Matt Fotis
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Paperback. Num Pages: 228 pages, 8 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AN; ASZB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
The Comedy Improv Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to University Improvisational Comedy in Theatre and Performance is a one-stop resource for both improv teachers and students, covering improv history, theory, maxims, exercises, games, and structures. You will learn the necessary skills and techniques needed to become a successful improviser, developing a basic understanding of the history of improvisation and its major influences, structures, and theories. This book also addresses issues associated with being a college improviser - like auditions, rehearsals, performances, and the dynamics of improv groups.
The Comedy Improv Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to University Improvisational Comedy in Theatre and Performance is a one-stop resource for both improv teachers and students, covering improv history, theory, maxims, exercises, games, and structures. You will learn the necessary skills and techniques needed to become a successful improviser, developing a basic understanding of the history of improvisation and its major influences, structures, and theories. This book also addresses issues associated with being a college improviser - like auditions, rehearsals, performances, and the dynamics of improv groups.
Product Details
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
Number of Pages
220
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781138934238
SKU
V9781138934238
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Ref
99-2
About Matt Fotis
Matt Fotis is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Albright College where he teaches improvisation, acting, and writing for performance. He is the author of Long Form Improvisation & American Comedy - The Harold. His work has appeared in Theatre Journal, Theatre Topics, The Journal of American Drama & Theatre, The Encyclopedia of Humor Studies, The Encyclopedia of American Studies, ... Read more
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