The Eight Characters of Comedy

Name: The Eight Characters of Comedy
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ISBN: 9780977064120

Guide to Sitcom Acting &Writing

Scott Sedita

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Atides Publishing
01 February 2014

Acting techniques; Language: reference & general

The Eight Characters of Comedy is the ""How-To"" guide for actors and writers who want to break into the world of sitcoms. It has become a staple in acting classes, writers' rooms, casting offices and production sets around the world. Now, in it's exciting SECOND EDITION, renowned acting coach and bestselling author Scott Sedita gives you even MORE advice and exercises for breaking down comedy scripts, writing jokes and delivering them with comedic precision. Plus, you'll find in-depth sections on Sitcom History, The Three Pillars of Comedy, Auditioning for Sitcoms, and his acclaimed comedic technique ""The Sedita Method""!

Most importantly, you will be introduced to his famous sitcom character archetypes, which will help you build your niche in half-hour comedy...

The Eight Characters of Comedy!

Who is normally cast as The Logical Smart One? Why do we love The Lovable Loser? Why is The Neurotic a favorite for actors and writers? How do you play The Dumb One smart? Who are the biggest Bitch/Bastards? What drives The Materialistic Ones? Why is The Womanizer/Manizer so popular? How can you realistically write and play someone In Their Own Universe?

The Eight Characters of Comedy answers all these questions and more, with UPDATED EXAMPLES from current and classic sitcoms, and from many of the greatest sitcom characters and actors of all time! After reading this book, you WILL be ready to work in the exciting world of situation comedy!

By: Scott Sedita
Imprint: Atides Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd Revised ed.
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 145mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 476g
ISBN: 9780977064120
ISBN 10: 0977064123
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 01 February 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Scott Sedita has years of experience, both in New York and Los Angeles, as a talent agent, casting director, writer and sitcom consultant. He has worked with many of today's most successful television and film actors and continues to groom future stars through his acclaimed Scott Sedita Acting Studios. He is the author of the bestselling Scott Sedita's Guide to Making it in Hollywood and the creator of the Actor Audition App.

Reviews for The Eight Characters of Comedy: Guide to Sitcom Acting &Writing

. .. an incredibly informative and entertaining book that every writer, actor and comedy lover should read...no...make that, memorize! -- Rob Lotterstein, Sitcom Writer, Executive Producer