A Sense of Direction: Some Observations on the Art of Directing
- ISBN-10
- 0896760812
- ISBN-13
- 9780896760813
- Category
- Performing Arts / Theater / Direction & Production
- Pages
- 182
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1984
- Publisher
- Drama Book Publishers
- Author
- William Ball
Description
"William Ball, founder and general director of the acclaimed American Conservatory Theatre, engages his audience in a wide-ranging discussion of the director's process - from first reading through opening night. Mr. Ball offers a candid, personal account of his method of working - including the choice of a play's essential elements, preproduction homework, casting, and rehearsal techniques"--Cover.
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