Year of the King: An Actor's Diary and Sketchbook
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Book Overview
YEAR OF THE KING TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0879103353
ISBN13:9780879103354
Release Date:July 2006
Publisher:Limelight
Length:252 Pages
Weight:0.87 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.1" x 8.7"
Customer Reviews
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An Actor's Delight
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
If you are an actor or want to know what it takes to become a great actor, this book is a must read. I have not found any book on acting that has kept me interested and intrigued as this book. It is a wounderful read for all seriously interested in acting.
An inspiring and fascinating book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This is the best book I have ever read on the process of acting. It should be required reading for every actor! It details the process that Antony Sher went through in developing the character of Richard III. It's a "fast" read because you are so eager to find out what he will do next. Highly recommended.
Fascinating!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I first read Year of the King 6 years ago while studying in London. I fell in love with the works of Antony Sher on stage and was thrilled to find this book. Its been a source of inspiration and admiration since and has opened my eyes to what a different world actors live in. I am now that much closer to understanding the intricacies of performance through the words (and sketches) of Antony Sher.
a fascinating look at both actor and person
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
What I enjoyed were, in addition to notes on the role, the notes on what it was like to be an actor in England after growing up in apartheid South Africa. Good to meet some of the greats of theatre: "Trevor Nunn", "Chris Hampton" etc as well..
A fascinating look at an actor's obsession!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
As a studying actor, I could relate to some of the mental processes that Antony Sher revealed in his book "Year of the King." Through this journal, I was able to see how Sher prepared to play the role of Richard III, his thoughts when confronted with a problem, and in what places he looked to find the answer. This book showed me the importance of keeping a record of my own progress during a production. The only thing I wish from "Year of the King" is that a video had been included to allow us to see Antony Sher's end result!
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