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Acting for Television
 Acting in the Million Dollar Minute: The Sequel
The Art of Acting in Television Commercials
Tom Logan
Tom Logan, author of How to Act & Eat at the Same Time,
here narrows his lens to focus specifically on acting in commercials.
The advice he offers -- compiled from thousands of comments from hundreds
of casting directors, directors, and producers, and pared down into one
concise book -- gives
the actor a complete sense of what industry professionals on the other
side
of the camera expect from a commercial actor during auditions. Softcover,
244 pp. $21.95.
 Action! Professional Acting for Film and Television
Robert Benedetti
Multiple award-winning producer and leading teacher of acting Robert Benedetti
offers a no-nonsense, detailed, and clearly structured approach to
the fundamentals of acting for the camera. Benedetti uses the same
approach he has employed in writing and teaching for nearly forty
years --
defining
underlying principles, presenting them in a logically sequential
program of development, and providing experiential exercises to help
future, as
well as experienced, actors shine in film and television.
Softcover, 210 pp. $23.95.
 The Eight Characters of Comedy: A Guide to Sitcom Acting and Writing
Scott Sedita
This is a 'how-to' guide for actors and writers who want to break into the
world of situation comedy. Renowned acting coach Scott Sedita will teach you
how to break down a comedy script, identify different types of jokes and deliver
them with comedic precision. You will learn about sitcom history, specific
sitcom auditioning techniques and how to market yourself in this competitive
industry. Softcover, 243 pp. $23.95.
 This Business of Broadcasting
Leonard Mogel
Although finding work in the broadcast industry is a daunting task,
getting the information necessary to launch an effective job search
and land the job that's right
for you doesn't have to be. This Business of Broadcasting provides all
the necessary industry backround and career advice needed for you to secure an
entry-level position or to make a mid-career change in television or radio. Softcover,
334 pp.
$39.95.
 Film and Television Acting
Ian Bernard
A practical, problem-solving approach to acting for film and
television. This book analyzes the differences between theatre, film
and television acting and provides the theatre-trained student with
solid techniques for creating a natural, believable performance for
film and television. Thoroughly revised and updated, it uses all
new examples and exercises and includes new interviews with well-known
actors to help illustrate
how they apply their training and technique. Softcover, 157 pp.
$38.95.
 Acting for Film
Cathy Haase
In Acting for Film, Cathy Haase shows actors how to develop
their technique, craft, and a depth of self-knowledge. Included
in the 14 chapters are a multitude of helpful lessons geared
towards honing specific on-screen acting techniques. This book
is an essential guide for aspiring performers, acting teachers, and
anyone interested in gaining a greater understanding of the craft. Softcover,
216 pp. $29.95.
 Acting for the Camera: Revised edition
Tony Barr
A book for all actors on how to adapt their craft to the needs of the camera
and how to make it in TV or film acting, with scores of insights, techniques,
and practical advice from pros in the field. $18.95.
 The Art of Film Acting
Jeremiah Comey
This guide for actors and directors, written by teaching veteran Comey, discusses
both the purely technical aspect of film acting (hitting your mark, working with
stand-ins, cold-reading, etc.), and the more intangible aspects of good acting
in general. A valuable, concise, cut-to-the-core guide book. Softcover, $29.50.
99 Film Scenes for Actors
Angela Nicholas
Actors will find emotionally-charged scenes from big studio megahits and small
gems from acclaimed independent films. $9.99.
 Secrets of Screen Acting, 2nd ed.
Patrick Turner
Using anecdotes and specially commissioned drawings, this book illustrates
points, concisely defining the differences between stage and screen, and between
film and television. Includes a wealth of exercises that help the beginner
and expert alike to improve. $24.95.
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