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Jacques Lecoq
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Jacques Lecoq Hardcover - 2003 - 1st Edition

by Simon Murray


From the publisher

This text offers a concise guide to the teaching and philosophy of one of the most significant figures in twentieth century actor training. Lecoq's influence on the theatre of the latter half of the twentieth century cannot be overestimated.

This is the first book to combine

  • an historical introduction to his life and the context in which he worked
  • an analysis of his teaching methods and principles of body work, movement
  • creativity, and contemporary theatre
  • detailed studies of the work of Theatre de Complicite and Mummenschanz
  • practical exercises demonstrating Lecoq's distinctive approach to actor training.

Details

  • Title Jacques Lecoq
  • Author Simon Murray
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Pages 200
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Routledge, UK
  • Date 2003-10
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780415258814 / 0415258812
  • Weight 0.68 lbs (0.31 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.28 x 5.08 x 0.77 in (21.03 x 12.90 x 1.96 cm)
  • Library of Congress subjects Lecoq, Jacques - Criticism and interpretation
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2003004052
  • Dewey Decimal Code 792.028

About the author

Simon Murray is Senior Lecturer in Drama at the University of Sunderland