Nick Hern Books

Acting

See also our Top Titles for Actors.

Showing 97-120 of 188 items.
Ian McKellen on King Lear

Ian McKellen on King Lear

Performing Shakespeare

By Ian McKellen and Julian Curry

Ian McKellen discusses playing King Lear, in this ebook taken from Shakespeare On Stage: Volume 2 - Twelve Leading Actors on Twelve Key Roles.

Ian McKellen on Macbeth

Ian McKellen on Macbeth

Performing Shakespeare

By Ian McKellen and Julian Curry

Ian McKellen discusses playing Macbeth, in this ebook taken from Shakespeare On Stage: Thirteen Leading Actors on Thirteen Key Roles.

Improv Beyond Rules

Improv Beyond Rules

A Practical Guide to Narrative Improvisation

By Adam Meggido

An inspiring, hands-on guide to narrative improvisation, by the co-creator and director of the Olivier Award-winning improv show Showstopper! The Improvised Musical.

The Improvisation Book

The Improvisation Book

How to Conduct Successful Improvisation Sessions

By John Abbott

A practical guide to conducting improvisation sessions, for teachers, directors and workshop leaders.

  • Paperback£14.99 £11.99
    There is limited availability of this title. Please enquire before placing your order.
  • Ebook£14.99 £11.99
    Add to basket
The Improvisation Game

The Improvisation Game

Discovering the Secrets of Spontaneous Performance

By Chris Johnston

A fascinating investigation into the wellsprings of improvisation in theatre, dance and music, from the author of the influential House of Games.

Improvisation in Rehearsal

Improvisation in Rehearsal

By John Abbott

John Abbott, author of The Improvisation Book, explains how theatre directors at every level can use improvisation in the rehearsal room. Foreword by Mark Rylance.

  • Paperback£10.99 £8.79
    There is limited availability of this title. Please enquire before placing your order.
  • Ebook£10.99 £8.79
    Add to basket
The Improviser's Way

The Improviser's Way

A Longform Workbook

By Katy Schutte

An inspiring and interactive workbook to help you develop skills for longform improvisation, by one of the UK's top improv performers and teachers.

The Integrated Voice (with DVD)

The Integrated Voice (with DVD)

A Complete Voice Course for Actors

By Sarah Case

A unique new approach to the understanding and training of the actor's voice, with an accompanying 110-minute DVD showing the work in action.

Inventing the Truth: Devising and Directing for the Theatre

Inventing the Truth: Devising and Directing for the Theatre

By Mike Bradwell

An invaluable guide to the difficult arts of devising plays and directing texts, by one of the UK’s leading theatre directors.

The Jobbing Actor

The Jobbing Actor

A Coaching Programme for Actors

By Letty Butler and Anita Gilbert

An innovative six-week coaching programme designed by accredited coaches to help actors achieve their acting ambitions. Inspiring, empowering – and fun!

Jude Law on Hamlet

Jude Law on Hamlet

Performing Shakespeare

By Jude Law and Julian Curry

Jude Law discusses playing Hamlet, in this ebook taken from Shakespeare On Stage: Thirteen Leading Actors on Thirteen Key Roles.

Judi Dench on Juliet

Judi Dench on Juliet

Performing Shakespeare

By Judi Dench and Julian Curry

Judi Dench discusses playing Juliet, in this ebook taken from Shakespeare On Stage: Thirteen Leading Actors on Thirteen Key Roles.

Keeping It Active: A Practical Guide to Rhetoric in Performance

Keeping It Active: A Practical Guide to Rhetoric in Performance

By Jeannette Nelson

A clear and concise guide to how rhetoric works in plays, and how actors can use it to bring their performances to life on stage.

Laban for Actors and Dancers

Laban for Actors and Dancers

Putting Laban's Movement Theory into Practice - A Step-by-Step Guide

By Jean Newlove

A handbook, complete with graded exercises, for teachers and students wanting a practical introduction to Laban's famous system of movement.

  • Paperback£14.99 £11.99
    There is limited availability of this title. Please enquire before placing your order.
Laban For All

Laban For All

By Jean Newlove and John Dalby

A comprehensive 'how to' book on the Laban system of movement - from the author of Laban for Actors and Dancers.

LAMDA Acting Anthology: Volume 5

LAMDA Acting Anthology: Volume 5

By LAMDA Exams

100 speeches and scenes for Learners entering LAMDA Graded Examinations in Performance: Acting from Grade 1 to Grade 5.

LAMDA Verse and Prose Anthology: Volume 20

LAMDA Verse and Prose Anthology: Volume 20

By LAMDA Exams

An anthology of the set selection of verse and prose pieces for Learners entering LAMDA Graded Examinations in Communication: Speaking Verse and Prose from Entry Level to Grade 8, and LAMDA Introductory Graded Examinations from Stage 1 to Stage 3 (Solo and Group).

Learning Your Lines: The Compact Guide

Learning Your Lines: The Compact Guide

By Mark Channon

An accessible, systematic guide for actors who want to memorise their lines quickly and effectively, and let go of the fear of forgetting them – helping you build confidence and focus, and reducing anxiety and stress around auditions, rehearsal and performance.

Making Your Solo Show: The Compact Guide

Making Your Solo Show: The Compact Guide

By Lisa Carroll and Milly Thomas

A clear, accessible guide to creating and putting on a solo show, packed with inspiring, practical advice for writers, actors, directors and anyone who wants to know how solo shows are actually made.

Masterclass: Men

Masterclass: Men

The Actor's Audition Manual

By Dean Carey

An extensive guide to acting, followed by close to a hundred audition pieces chosen from the whole of world drama.

Masterclass: Women

Masterclass: Women

The Actor's Audition Manual

By Dean Carey

An extensive guide to acting, followed by close to a hundred audition pieces chosen from the whole of world drama.

  • Paperback£14.99 £11.99
    There is limited availability of this title. Please enquire before placing your order.
Mastering an American Accent: The Compact Guide

Mastering an American Accent: The Compact Guide

By Rebecca Gausnell

A step-by-step guide to learning and practising an American accent, for anyone who wants to use a General American accent with confidence in auditions and performance.

Meisner in Practice

Meisner in Practice

A Guide for Actors, Directors and Teachers

By Nick Moseley

A step-by-step introduction to the key features of the Meisner Technique, including a full set of practical exercises.

Michael Pennington on Timon of Athens

Michael Pennington on Timon of Athens

Performing Shakespeare

By Michael Pennington and Julian Curry

Michael Pennington discusses playing Timon of Athens, in this ebook taken from Shakespeare On Stage: Volume 2 - Twelve Leading Actors on Twelve Key Roles.