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TNT The New Theatre
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- Book Synopsis
- Discover the secrets of groundbreaking theatre with TNT's story of innovation and global impact. This long-awaited new volume offers an extraordinary account of 40 years in the life of one of the most successful touring theatre companies of all time. Authors Paul Stebbings and Phil Smith share a masterclass in acting, directing, and writing for theatre, while considering theatre's role across continents and cultures. Explore the skills and practice of creating innovative performances, and gain insights into TNT's unique approach to Shakespeare, political theatre, and more. Learn how this company has captivated audiences worldwide, blending experimental techniques with popular appeal.For theatre students, practitioners, and scholars, TNT The New Theatre is a funny, clever, and eye-opening history that offers inspiration and practical guidance for making new theatre in a changing world.
- About The Author
- Dr. Phil Smith is a performance-maker, writer, and academic researcher, specialising in work around walking, site-specificity, mythogeographies, and counter-tourism. With artist Helen Billinghurst, he is one half of Crab & Bee, who have recently completed an exhibition and walking project called 'Plymouth Labyrinth (funded by Arts Council England), a short walking project in the Isles of Scilly and a residency at Teats Hill slipway. They are currently engaged in a series of walks across the UK researching their forthcoming book, The Pattern (2020). With Tony Whitehead and photographer John Schott, Phil recently published Guidebook for an Armchair Pilgrimage with Triarchy Press. As company dramaturg and co-writer for TNT Theatre (Munich), he most recently premiered Free Mandela, co-authored with TNT's artistic director Paul Stebbings. Paul Stebbings was born in Nottingham. He studied Drama at Bristol University and trained in the Grotowski method in Britain and Poland. After directing and acting professionally he founded TNT Theatre with Phil Smith in 1980. He began directing Shakespeare's major works in 2001. He has also directed independently in theatres as diverse as the St Petersburg State Comedy Theatre, the Athens Concert Hall, the Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre, Teatro Espressivo de Costa Rica, and the Munich Glyptothek, all in languages other than English. Paul is the author or co-author (with Phil Smith) of over thirty plays or adaptations of novels. In 2014 Paul was awarded an MBE by Queen Elizabeth for services to British culture. Paul lives in Munich and is married to the TV producer Angelika Stebbings.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781911193838
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Triarchy Press, (10 June 2020)
- Number of Pages
- 280
- Weight
- 454 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 235 x 159 x 15 mm
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