"Routledge Performance Practitioners" is a series of introductory guides to the key theatre-makers of the last century. Each volume explains the background to and the work of one of the major influences on 20th and 21st century performance.
These compact, well-illustrated and clearly written books will unravel the contribution of modern theatre''s most charismatic innovators, through: *Personal biography
*Explanation of key writings
*Description of significant productions
*Reproduction of practical exercises
As a first step towards critical understanding, and as an initial exploration before going on to further, primary research, "Routledge Performance Practitioners" are unbeatable value for today''s student.
"Jacques Lecoq" offers a concise guide to the teaching and philosophy of one of the most signifycant figures in twentieth century actor training.