ABSTRACT

Directing Plays explores both the theory and practice of directing plays, with particular emphasis on textual interpretation. Don Taylor guides the student through the complex process of choosing a play, the working partnership of director, playwright and designer, the delicate matter of casting a play, the rehearsal process and everything which needs to happen before the production is up and running.

chapter 1|45 pages

What is a Director?

chapter 2|22 pages

Selecting your play

chapter 3|21 pages

Preparation

chapter 4|29 pages

Design and Designers

chapter 5|54 pages

The Rehearsal Process

chapter 6|22 pages

Fit-up to opening

chapter 7|2 pages

Conclusions