The Singer Acts, The Actor Sings is a practical workbook for singers and actors of all disciplines, from musical theater through classical repertory to popular performance styles. This book addresses the needs of both students and professionals, helping them to face the challenges of musical performance undaunted and to achieve the exhilarating feeling of living through song.
Paired with online video exercises and demonstrations, The Singer Acts, The Actor Sings is an essential resource for actors and singers alike, helping them master both art forms and gain deeper insight into their own strengths.
Whether you're a singer seeking a straightforward approach to acting, an actor who wants to sing, or a singing actor desiring to take your performances to the next level, this book will prove invaluable in achieving your goal.
By:
Glenn Seven Allen
Imprint: Methuen Drama
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 216mm,
Width: 138mm,
Weight: 299g
ISBN: 9781350043060
ISBN 10: 1350043060
Series: Performance Books
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 07 February 2019
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
,
Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Foreword Introduction Section One: THE SINGER ACTS Chapter 1: What is Acting? Chapter 2: Analyzing the Scene Chapter 3: Physical Acting, or ‘Committing’ Chapter 4: The Four Moments – Understanding the 'Beats' of the Scene/Song Chapter 5: Your Partners Chapter 6: Awakening the Imagination Chapter 7: Repetition and the Psychology of Acting Section Two: THE ACTOR SINGS Chapter 8: What is Singing? Chapter 9: Resonance Chapter 10: Color Chapter 11: Support Chapter 12: Range Chapter 13: Passaggios Chapter 14: Warm-up Chapter 15: Repetition and the Psychology of Singing Section 3: PUTTING IT TOGETHER Chapter 16: Fusion Chapter 17: Stakes Chapter 18: Crawl, Walk, Run, Fly
Glenn Seven Allen is a lecturer in acting at the Yale School of Drama. He has performed on Broadway, off-Broadway, and at major regional theaters, concert venues, and opera houses throughout the United States. His students include nominees for Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Awards who have made appearances on Broadway, at the Metropolitan Opera, and in major motion pictures.
Reviews for The Singer Acts, The Actor Sings: A Practical Workbook to Living Through Song, Vocally and Dramatically
Glenn helped me prepare for my most challenging role to date… I put my trust in him and so should you * Matthew Morrison, Tony and Emmy-Award Nominated Actor and Singer * He opens up and strengthens every actor/singer lucky enough to have contact with him * Ron Van Lieu, Lloyd Richards Professor Emeritus, Yale School Of Drama *
