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The Integrated Actor

Imagination, Body, Breath, Voice

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The Integrated Actor

Imagination, Body, Breath, Voice

  • Textbook
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Description

Combining work on physical and vocal embodiment with exercises in imagination and interpretation, this book facilitates a fuller, freer and more complete use of the self when it comes to creating a role.

Building on established methodologies and existing research, such as the Alexander Technique, Estill Voice Craft, polyvagal theory and works by major practitioners – including Michael Langham, Niamh Dowling, Glen Park, Carolyn Serota, Sally Grace, Patsy Rodenburg, Cicely Berry, Kristin Linklater and Josephine Estill – this book offers a holistic approach to voice work and acting.

Table of Contents

Foreword
How to Use this Book
Introduction
Chapter 1 – Some Science
Chapter 2 – A Discussion About Truth
Chapter 3 – Imagination, Imagination, Imagination
Chapter 4 – Breath 1
Chapter 5 – Habitual Use – Old Habits, New Habits
Chapter 6 – Alignment and the Larynx
Chapter 7 – Working in Semi-Supine – Floor Work 1
Chapter 8 – The Concept of Centre – A Physical Centre
Chapter 9 – Pitch
Chapter 10 – Language and Text 1
Chapter 11 – Working in Semi-Supine – Floor Work
Chapter 12 – More About Breath – Breath Capacity
Chapter 13 – Language and Text 2 – Phrasing and Meaning
Chapter 14 – Semi-Supine – Floor Work 3 – Whispered 'Ah'
Chapter 15 – Free the Body to Free the Voice
Chapter 16 – Support
Chapter 17 – Resonance
Chapter 18 – Range, Pitch, Stress
Chapter 19 – The Channel for Sound
Chapter 20 – Language and Text 3
Chapter 21 – Language and Text 4 – Shakespeare
Chapter 22 – Other Aspects of Iambic Pentameter
Chapter 23 – Language and Text 5 – Shakespeare Sonnets
Chapter 24 – Punctuation
Chapter 25 – Integration: Imagination, Body, Breath, Voice
Chapter 26 – Working with Energy – Character Exercise
Conclusion
Bibliography
Index

Product details

Explore Methuen Drama
Published 30 Apr 2026
Format Ebook (Epub & Mobi)
Edition 1st
Extent 256
ISBN 9781350441354
Imprint Methuen Drama
Illustrations 3 bw illus
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Author

Alex Taylor

Alex Taylor teaches at the Birmingham School of Ac…

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