Top Titles For Actors

Below is a selection of our top titles for actors. For a complete list of our books on acting, see Acting. Or browse our Books for Actors brochure.

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Why Is That So Funny?

A Practical Exploration of Physical Comedy

By John Wright Foreword by Toby Jones

A practical investigation of how comedy works, by a well-respected practitioner and teacher. With a Foreword by Toby Jones.

So You Want To Be An Actor?

A handbook for aspiring actors by two of the best-known names in British theatre and television.

The Actor and the Target

A revised and updated edition of Declan Donnellan's bestselling book, a fresh and radical approach to acting by a world-famous director.

Year of the King

A classic of theatre writing, a unique insight into the creation of a landmark Shakespearian performance.

Actions: The Actors' Thesaurus

A vital companion for actors in rehearsal - a thesaurus of action-words to revitalise performance, with a foreword by Terry Johnson.

Finding Your Voice

A step-by-step guide for actors

A simple, step-by-step manual, written by an RSC voice coach, which offers everything that an actor needs to work on their voice.