Blumenfeld's Dictionary of Acting and Show Business
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Do you know what a "gimbal stage" is, or a "gaffer"? What is the "Alexander technique"? And what does It mean when a director says, "Back to one!" or "Stop thinking!" Does a film director want a piece of 'fruit' when he or she asks for a "halt-apple," or says, "Give me a banana!" What is an "air-to-air shot"? If you have to go for "ADR," can you use a "couch drop"? Hint: It's not something you swallow. All these terms and countless more are defined In the remarkable Blumenfeld's Dictionary of Acting and Show Business. Author Robert Blumenfeld combines his expertise from years of experience In show business with meticulous research to present a work that is comprehensive and use,... friendly. This complete reference book on the art, craft, and business of entertaining is a must-have for every fan, teacher, student, amateur, and professional."--Jacket.
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THE THESIS
This reference work demystifies the specialized vocabulary of the performing arts. Robert Blumenfeld, drawing on extensive experience and meticulous research, provides clear definitions for terms spanning acting techniques, stagecraft, film production, and the business aspects of show business. The dictionary aims to be a comprehensive yet user-friendly resource for anyone involved in or interested in the entertainment industry, from novices to seasoned professionals.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Definitions of acting techniques and methodologies (e.g., 'Alexander technique').
- Explanations of theatrical stage terminology (e.g., 'gimbal stage').
- Clarification of film production jargon (e.g., 'gaffer', 'air-to-air shot').
- Interpretation of common director's commands (e.g., 'Back to one!', 'Stop thinking!').
- Definitions related to post-production processes (e.g., 'ADR').
- Explanations of industry-specific slang and idioms (e.g., 'halt-apple', 'banana').
- Coverage of the business and professional aspects of the entertainment industry.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This dictionary is presented as a comprehensive and user-friendly reference for the performing arts. Its strength lies in its breadth, covering acting, theater, film, and the business side of show business. The author's combined experience and research aim to make complex terminology accessible to a wide audience, from students to professionals.
Page Count:
377
Publication Date:
2009-01-01
ISBN-10:
0879103639
ISBN-13:
9780879103637
Business
Art
Non-Fiction
Acting
Theater
Film
Reference
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