The Clowning Workbook: A Practical Course (Theatre Arts Workbooks) - Softcover

Jon Davison

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1350050474 ISBN 13: 9781350050471

Publisher: Methuen Drama, 2023

Synopsis

Using the techniques and insights of clowning to improve and expand the scope of classical actor training, this book draws on original workshops and research to provide practical clowning exercises to develop wider acting practice in interesting and innovative ways.

Starting with practical workshops, the book offers guidance and explanation to key concepts in clowning including the dynamics of clown-audience relationship, improvisation, movement and voice, offering fresh and inspiring angles from which to view classical actor training.

Written by Jon Davison, a lecturer and practitioner in clowning who has practised and trained at École Philippe Gaulier, Institut del Teatre de Barcelona, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, London, and Rose Bruford College, London, The Clowning Workbook for Actors and Performers is part of the acclaimed Theatre Arts Workbooks series and features its characteristic blend of student-focused exercises complemented by pedagogical tips for teachers.

About this title

About the Author

Jon Davison is a clown performer, teacher, director, researcher, writer and musician with 35 years’ experience. An international performer and trainer who trained at the École Philippe Gaulier and Fool Time Circus School (Bristol), he runs workshops in Britain, Peru, South Africa, and throughout West and East Europe. He was a co-founder and co-Director of Studies at the Escola de Clown de Barcelona in 2006 and previously taught clown, impro and acting at the Institut del Teatre de Barcelona from 1996-2006, and was a Research Fellow investigating clown training at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (University of London), where he is now a visiting lecturer. His books include Clown Readings in Theatre Practice and Clown Training: A Practical Guide.

Edition details

• Publisher: Methuen Drama
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1350050474
• ISBN 13: 9781350050471
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288