Nick O'Brien Livres

Theatre in Practice provides students with all of the 'must have' Drama skills required for A-Level, International Baccalaureate, BTEC and beyond. Practical, step-by-step exercises and diagrams give access to the key figures and processes central to drama, including: Stanislavski, Brecht, Lecoq and Berkoff devising theatre rehearsing and performing monologues and duologues how to approach directing a play improvising. Each chapter offers advice for both students and teachers, with notes and follow-on exercises ideal for individual study and practice. Written by specialists with extensive experience leading workshops for the 'post 16' age-group, Theatre in Practice is a thorough and imaginative resource that speaks directly to students.

In this step-by-step guide to Stanislavski's system, author Nick O'Brien makes this cornerstone of acting accessible to teachers and students alike through the use of practical exercises that allow students to develop their skills. This second edition offers more exercises for the actor, and also new sections on directing and devising productions. Each element of the system is covered practically through studio exercises and jargon-free discussion. This is an exercise book for students and a lesson planner for teachers at post-16 and first year undergraduate level. Exercises are designed to support syllabi from Edexcel, Eduqas, OCR and AQA to the practice-based requirements of BTEC and IB Theatre.

Failures in health and social care, mental health services, public housing, and education have sparked significant public debate. The book critiques the prevailing legalistic approaches that hinder transformative change in addressing these critical issues, suggesting that a shift away from liberal legalism is necessary for effective intervention and improvement in these sectors.

Exploring the intricate relationship between citizens and the state, this book delves into human rights and administrative justice in small communities. O'Brien and Doyle weave a compelling narrative that redefines administrative justice through the lens of the ombud institution. Their work presents a democratic vision of human rights, emphasizing its crucial role in the administrative justice system. It is essential reading for those invested in understanding the dynamics of citizen-state interactions and the importance of human rights in governance.

Focusing on central practices and key practitioners, this comprehensive exploration serves as a valuable resource for students studying theatre at A level, IB, and undergraduate levels. The third edition offers accessible insights into various aspects of theatre, making it an essential guide for understanding the discipline's foundational elements and contemporary relevance.