Directors (Book)
From Stage to Screen and Back Again
Some of America’s most exciting film directors have emerged from the theater world. Directors: From Stage to Screen and Back Again features a series of interviews with directors who did just that. Each conversation traces its subject’s personal artistic journey and explores how he or she handled the challenge of moving from stage to screen.
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Susan Beth Lehman, a former actor, director, and screenwriter, is assistant professor of TV and film at DeSales University in Pennsylvania.
'Informative and entertaining'
'An inspirational read for every director and every lover of the dramatic arts. The “conversations” give an indispensable insight into the minds of some of the great directors of our time. I learned things that I can’t wait to apply to my craft.'
'A superb introduction to some of the top directors of our time. Susan Lehman’s book is a collection of truly engaging dialogues with twelve of today’s most successful directors from stage and screen.'
'An enjoyable read for film and theater fans and should be required reading for students. I thoroughly enjoyed it.'
'A must for every actor – to hear and learn first hand from a spectacular group of directors sharing their approach to working on and off set, shattering all misconceptions and empowering actors as to what to really expect when the Big Break comes!'