Wilkie, I 
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2579-3073
2016,
Performing in comedy : a student's guide
, Routledge, Abingdon.
Abstract
Ian Wilkie contends that comic acting is a distinct art form, and as such demands a unique skillset. By exploring the ways in which performance choices and improvised moments can work in conjunction with texts themselves, Performing in Comedy offers an indispensable practical tool for enhancing comic performance. This volume is a must-read for any actors, directors or students who work with comic texts. Wilkie synthesises theories and principles of comedy with practical tips, and re-evaluates the ways in which these ideas can be used by the performer. Most importantly, these skills – timing, focus, awareness – are teachable rather than being innate talents. Exercises, interviews and guides to further resources enhance this comprehensive exploration of comic acting.
| Item Type: | Book |
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| Schools: | Schools > School of Arts & Media > Arts, Media and Communication Research Centre |
| Publisher: | Routledge |
| ISBN: | 9781138913882 (paperback); 9781138913875 (hardback); 9781315691169 (ebook) |
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| Depositing User: | Dr I Wilkie |
| Date Deposited: | 16 Aug 2021 11:28 |
| Last Modified: | 27 Aug 2021 21:57 |
| URI: | http://usir.salford.ac.uk/id/eprint/61560 |
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