Notes from the Rehearsal Room

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A Director’s Process

By Nancy Meckler

Series: Theatre Makers

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Notes from the Rehearsal Room offers an insightful journey into the varied experiences of acclaimed theatre and film director Nancy Meckler. Drawing on a wealth of directing from classic plays by Chekhov, Brecht, and Shakespeare to contemporary works by Pam Gems and Sam Shepard, Meckler shares practical "tools" and methods designed to help directors interrogate, experiment, and develop their own unique styles. The book provides readers with a candid look at Meckler's approach to working with actors and navigating the creative process in some of the UK's most prestigious theatres, including the RSC, National Theatre, and Royal Court.
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Ideal for theatre practitioners, aspiring and professional directors, students of drama, and anyone interested in the creative process behind staging plays, especially those intrigued by insights from a renowned director's career across both classic and contemporary theatre.

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Renowned theatre and film director Nancy Meckler delves into her hugely varied experiences in the rehearsal room and shares examples of tried-and-tested “tools” to bring a play to life.

Meckler encourages you to interrogate, play, experiment and to use her methods as a starting point to begin creating your own unique directing toolkit and finding your own style.

The examples are drawn from her experience directing a range of work from classic plays, including work by Chekhov, Brecht and Shakespeare, to new writing, including work by Pam Gems and Sam Shepard, and in a wide range of renowned theatres, including the RSC, National Theatre, Royal Court and a number of the UK's regional theatres.

The author's approachable and relatable writing style enables an in-depth look into how she works with actors and the many ways in which she may approach a new project, while also providing a unique insight into her own wealth of experience over a remarkable career as an award-winning and internationally celebrated director.

Notes from the Rehearsal Room offers an engaging perspective from an expert in the field, making it a valuable read for anyone interested in the world of theatre directing.

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Praised for its anecdotal and informative style, the book captures the essence of Meckler's rehearsal rooms and offers a wealth of wisdom for aspiring directors. Broadway World highlights its delightful nature, while Brian H. Kulick from Columbia University commends it as a must-read for theatre lovers. Reviews also note its unique blend of memoir and practical exercises, serving as both a career reflection and a valuable guide on teamwork within theatre production. Publications like Loureviews and Ink Pellet recommend it for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of directing and adapting for the stage.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350282209

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Methuen Drama

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 168

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About the Author

Nancy Meckler is an award-winning theatre director. Having grown up in Long Island, she moved to the UK to train in classical acting at LAMDA. In 1969, she set up and ran The Freehold Theatre Company, one of the main alternative theatre companies to emerge in London at the time. She was the first woman to direct at the National Theatre and was the Artistic Director of Shared Experience for 22 years. As a freelancer she has directed for the RSC, NT, Hampstead, Royal Court, West End, Broadway and Shakespeare’s Globe, among many others, and worked regularly with playwright Sam Shepard, directing many of his premieres.