Publisher's Synopsis
Based on the authors' philosophy that scholarship, technical know-how, sensitivity, and the desire to share are cornerstones of interpretation, this classic text provides students who are new to performance study with a solid foundation in literary analysis and performance. The Eleventh Edition includes more than 100 classic and contemporary poems, short stories, and dramatic works to inspire students.
Practical features include a discussion of performance ethics; suggestions for a student's first performance; special insights on maximizing the use of the voice and body; Analyzing the Performance sections; and Rehearsal Tips.
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