How to become an actor by Aaron A. Warford

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Author Warford, Aaron A.
Title How to become an actor
Contents Introduction -- The stage and effects -- Dress -- Making up -- Expression -- Stage falls -- Casting the characters -- How to make a scene plot -- How to make a property-plot -- Choosing plays -- Duties of the prompter -- The duty of the call-boy -- "Just from home" -- Hans Bummelstine on love -- A practical joke -- McFlynn's appointment -- Original Irish sketch -- Temperance -- O'Rielly's daughter Mary -- Love in the canebrake -- The rival darkeys -- Politics -- Love and poetry.
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Summary "How to Become an Actor" by Aaron A. Warford is a practical guide on the art of stage performance, likely written in the early 20th century. The book aims to provide aspiring actors and stage enthusiasts with comprehensive instructions on various aspects of theatrical production, from constructing a stage to dressing and makeup techniques for characters. It serves as a resource not only for performers but for anyone interested in organizing private theatricals. The opening of the book introduces the author's desire to demystify stage performances for amateurs, encouraging them to easily set up their own performances at home. It offers practical advice on creating a stage environment with minimal expense, detailing elements like curtains, props, and basic scene plots. The author stresses the importance of creativity and resourcefulness, providing suggestions for making simple yet effective stage setups and character portrayals, essentially empowering readers to confidently pursue their theatrical interests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Acting
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EBook-No. 51658
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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