{"title":"Sally Ann Gritton","description":"\u003cp\u003eSally Ann Gritton offers insightful explorations into the world of performing arts, combining scholarly rigour with a deep appreciation for creative expression. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Independent Actor\u003c\/em\u003e, delve into the nuanced craft of theatre, illuminating the challenges and triumphs of artistic independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders interested in \u003cstrong\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e will find her writing both thought-provoking and accessible, bridging the gap between academic analysis and the vibrant reality of the stage. Gritton’s books invite reflection on the nature of performance and the cultural forces that shape it.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-independent-actor-by-ms-sally-ann-gritton-9781350272613","title":"The Independent Actor","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Independent Actor\u003c\/i\u003e presents a 21st-century training route achievable by self-curated learning for actors of all skill levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book rejects a purist approach to actor training, challenges traditional acting styles, and disregards the embedded elitist notions of Western-training methods at the top of the hierarchy. Instead, it takes a contemporary, self-focused approach to learning and applying acting skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough doing so, the book is the first to validate a self-curated approach to actor training. Designed as a companion to practical experience and useful as a reference sourcebook, it takes the position that each individual actor must find their own process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSkills for theatre, screen, and voice-recorded media are all embraced through practical tasks with signposts to essential reading and specific resources. Designed equally for the untrained actor as a companion and an aide-mémoire for the professionally trained actor, this book sheds light on the practical skills required and how to access, practise, and accomplish them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47384038211820,"sku":"9781350272613","price":43.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20638413482668.jpg?v=1773397982"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sally-ann-gritton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}