The
Transformational
Actor
A combination of advice, insight and inspiration, The Transformational Actor is a guide to best practices, covering traditional and innovative techniques entirely based on the imagination.
Craft approaches and pragmatic tips on auditioning, acting on camera, casting, comedy, and training
The reader will discover 180 different topics or selections arranged into 12 chapters, each entry on a separate page for easy absorption and quick cross-referencing. The Transformational Actor features:
- Inspiration and motivation to keep actors focused, creative and dynamic every time out
- Thorough, yet concise approaches to the craft enabling actors to be fully prepared no matter what the situation or circumstance
- Encouragement for a spirited sense of play, a desire to risk and explore, and confidence to make bold but specific choices
- Innovative approaches and ways of working that expand an actor’s understanding and deepen his/her appreciation of this field.
- A substantive handbook that can be either read through cover to cover, referenced by general topic, or cross-referenced for specific answers to most issues facing actors.
Imagination-based concepts and approaches
Concepts and approaches are all imagination-based and gleaned from a deep knowledge of all sources coupled with significant innovation, especially in the areas of Emotional Preparation and Emotional Homework. The variety of topics covered and the specificity of approaches are much greater than those found in the typical acting book.
Finally, The Transformational Actor can be easily be referenced to obtain specific answers to specific questions using the extensive index and table of contents.
About Peter Frisch
Mr. Frisch has directed 160 productions in the New York and regional theatre, produced 150 hours of network television, was Head of Drama at the prestigious Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, and has been on the conservatory faculty at Carnegie, The Juilliard School, Harvard and Boston Universities. Peter directs The Frisch Approach and has taught and coached privately in New York and Los Angeles.
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Peter's insights and approach liberated me to discover a spirit of play in my work, the vibrant adventure of LIVING. The Transformational Actor occupies a unique position among the canon of acting books.
Peter's passion for the craft and search for truth in the work is evident in The Transformational Actor. He is a determined, kind and caring teacher."