Research Catalog

Title

Psychology for performing artists : butterflies and bouquets / Glenn D. Wilson.

Author

Wilson, Glenn D. (Glenn Daniel)

Publication

London ; Philadelphia : J. Kingsley Publishers, 1994.

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Details

Description

viii, 247 p. : ill.; 24 cm.

Summary

Modern psychology has much to offer performing artists in terms of understanding themselves and optimizing their art: it can explain the instinctual origins of the impulse to perform, examine the two-way relationship between performer and audience, describe the way in which emotions are transmitted via non-verbal processes, test theories about the nature of music and humour and their influence on our emotions, and offer suggestions as to how the particular stresses that performers are under can be managed. This book provides a unique and up-to-date analysis of what psychology has to contribute for actors, musicians, singers and dancers. Drawing on numerous practical examples from the arts as well as scientific and clinical research, it will be an invaluable resource for student, professional and amateur performer alike.

Subjects

• Psychology
• Acting > Psychological aspects
• Entertainers

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents

1. Theatre and Human Expression -- 2. Origins of Performance -- 3. Social Processes in Theatre -- 4. Actor Training and Role Preparation -- 5. Emotional Expression -- 6. Motivation, Movement, and Use of Space -- 7. Comedy and Comedians -- 8. The Power of Music -- 9. Musical Ability and Training -- 10. Personality and Stress in Performers -- 11. Stage Fright and Optimal Performance -- 12. Therapeutic Use of Performing Arts.

ISBN

• 1853021660 (pbk.)
• 9781853021664 (pbk.)

LCCN

93036712

Owning Institutions

Princeton University Library