Keith Johnstone Boeken

An inspirational sourcebook from a recognized authority in the field of spontaneous acting

This book is an invaluable development of the work started in Johnstone's "Impro". Here he continues to provide hope to all teachers [whatever their subject] and all theatrical practitioners. In his inimitably jaunty, anecdotal style Keith Johnstone compiles a new testament to his Bible of storytelling wisdom. Whether it is his insights into what audiences want, or the simple release of what actors and writers tie themselves up in, this book is a lexicon of hope and joy

Focusing on the unique format of Maestro Impro(TM), this guide offers insights into improvisation inspired by Keith Johnstone. Participants will enhance their storytelling abilities, spontaneity, and teamwork while embracing failure and building confidence. The approach promises personal and collective benefits, making it an excellent resource for anyone looking to explore the art of improvisation and enjoy the process of play.

How does performing affect those who perform? Starting from observation of the intergenerational tradition of performing the Song of Moses, Keith A. Stone provides a close reading of the text of the Song and explores ways in which the Song contributes to Deuteronomy's educational program through the dynamics of reenactment.

This guide is for all those wishing to train in and produce Maestro Impro(TM). It is a fantastic format to experience Impro Keith Johnstone style and receive all of the personal and group benefits that go along with it. Maestro Impro(TM) player/directors develop in storytelling, spontaneity, joyful failure, confidence, teamwork, playfulness and so much more. In the late 1950's Keith Johnstone was experimenting with Theatresports(TM) in London England. It was first produced in Calgary, Canada in 1977, from there spread around the world and is now played in over 90 countries. Maestro Impro(TM) was developed in the early 1990s and is now played popularly worldwide. The International Theatresports(TM) Institute was created by Keith to entrust and manage his Impro formats. The ITI grants performance rights to groups wishing to train on and perform the Keith Johnstone formats of Theatresports(TM), Maestro Impro(TM) and Gorilla Theatre(TM). Money from royalties goes to member benefits, building the Impro community and managing the trademark and legacy. Keith himself has never taken any profit from the licensing of Theatresports(TM). ITI members have select access to the Maestro Impro(TM) Guide but it is also available for purchase to anyone.

Ceněná kniha o divadelní improvizaci byla dlouho očekávaná, nyní vyšla v českém překladu. Jedinečný soubor improvizačních technik a cvičení, nápadů a metod podporujících spontaneitu a originalitu z pera britského divadelníka. Kniha seznamuje se specifickou metodou výuky herců, kterou Keith Johnston uplatňoval nejen v londýnském divadle Royal Court, ale i ve vlastním souboru The Theatre Machine.

Theatersport ist eine Aktionsform, bei dem die Schauspieler auf der Bühne auf Stichworte des Publikums hin improvisieren müssen und dabei miteinander konkurrieren. Mit Hilfe dieses Buches werden Improvisation und Kreativität trainiert und die Lust am Theaterspiel entfacht. George Tabori schreibt in seinem Nachwort: "Johnstones Essay, mit erfrischendem Pragmatismus geschrieben, sei nicht nur Theatermachern empfohlen, sondern auch Politikern, Geschäftsleuten, Schulkindern, Hausfrauen und vor allem Liebespaaren: uns allen, die wir durch die Zusammenstöße der konkurrierenden Willen miteinander verbunden sind. Nachdem er die große Kunst und unser kleines Leben studiert hat, bestätigt Johnstone den Konflikt als das zentrale Faktum sowohl des Daseins als auch des Spiels, ein Naturgesetz, unentbehrlich für private und öffenltiche Dramen. Sein Fragen verknüpfen aufs neue Existenz und Schauspiel."