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      The Directing Process from Play Selection to Production

      The Director's Toolkit

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      The Director's Toolkit book

      The Directing Process from Play Selection to Production
      ByRobin J. Schraft
      Edition 1st Edition
      First Published 2018
      eBook Published 30 January 2018
      Pub. Location New York
      Imprint Routledge
      DOI https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315146171
      Pages 386
      eBook ISBN 9781315146171
      Subjects Arts
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      Schraft, R.J. (2018). The Director's Toolkit: The Directing Process from Play Selection to Production (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315146171

      ABSTRACT

      The Director’s Toolkit is a comprehensive guide to the role of the theatrical director.

      Following the chronology of the directing process, the book discusses each stage in precise detail, considering the selection and analysis of the script, the audition process, casting, character development, rehearsals, how to self-evaluate a production and everything in between.

      Drawing on the author’s own experience in multiple production roles, the book highlights the relationship between the director, stage manager and designer, exploring how the director should be involved in all elements of the production process. Featuring a unique exploration of directing in special circumstances, the book includes chapters on directing nonrealistic plays, musicals, alternative theatre configurations, and directing in an educational environment.

      The book includes detailed illustrations, step-by-step checklists, and opportunities for further exploration, offering a well-rounded foundation for aspiring directors.

      TABLE OF CONTENTS

      chapter |12 pages

      Introduction: What Is a Director?

      part I|55 pages

      The Script

      chapter 1|11 pages

      Script Selection

      chapter 2|19 pages

      Understanding the Play: Script Analysis

      chapter 3|13 pages

      Research Leading to a Concept

      chapter 4|9 pages

      Style

      part II|27 pages

      The Production Staff

      chapter 5|16 pages

      Working with the Production Staff

      chapter 6|8 pages

      Working with the Stage Manager

      part III|48 pages

      Auditions and Casting

      chapter 7|14 pages

      Auditions

      chapter 8|12 pages

      Casting

      chapter 9|20 pages

      Scheduling for the Production

      part IV|79 pages

      Floor Plans, Stage Pictures, and Blocking

      chapter 10|37 pages

      Developing the Floor Plan

      chapter 11|14 pages

      Creating Stage Pictures

      chapter 12|25 pages

      Blocking

      part V|73 pages

      The Rehearsal Process

      chapter 13|14 pages

      Working with the Actors

      chapter 14|12 pages

      Rehearsal Techniques

      chapter 15|12 pages

      Rehearsal Challenges

      chapter 16|10 pages

      Tempo, Rhythm, and Pace

      chapter 17|12 pages

      Polishing the Play

      chapter 18|10 pages

      Evaluating the Production

      part VI|50 pages

      Additional Topics

      chapter 19|13 pages

      Directing Nonrealistic Styles (Styling the Production)

      chapter 20|9 pages

      Directing Musicals

      chapter 21|14 pages

      Directing in Alternative Settings

      chapter 22|10 pages

      Directing in an Educational Environment

      chapter |1 pages

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