The Eight Characters of Comedy: Guide to Sitcom Acting

The Eight Characters of Comedy: Guide to Sitcom Acting &Writing
- The Eight Characters of Comedy is the “How-To” guide for actors and writers who want to break into the world of sitcoms
The Eight Characters of Comedy is the Ã¢â‚¬Å“How-ToÃ¢â‚¬Â guide for actors and writers who want to break into the world of sitcoms. It has become a staple in acting classes, writersÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ rooms, casting offices and production sets around the world. Now, in itÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s exciting SECOND EDITION, renowned acting coach and bestselling author Scott Sedita gives you even MORE advice and exercises for breaking down comedy scripts, writing jokes and delivering them with comedic precision. Plus, youÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ll find in-depth sections on Sitcom History, The Three Pillars of Comedy, Auditioning for Sitcoms, and his acclaimed comedic technique Ã¢â‚¬Å“The Sedita MethodÃ¢â‚¬Â!

Most importantly, you will be introduced to his famous sitcom character archetypes, which will help you build your niche in half-hour comedyÃ¢â‚¬Â¦The Eight Characters of Comedy!

Who is normally cast as The Logical Smart One? Why do we love The Lovable Loser? Why is The Neurotic a favorite for actors and writers? How do you play The Dumb One smart? Who are the biggest Bitch/Bastards? What drives The Materialistic Ones? Why is The Womanizer/Manizer so popular? How can you realistically write and play someone In Their Own Universe?

The Eight Characters of Comedy answers all these questions and more, with UPDATED EXAMPLES from current and classic sitcoms, and from many of the greatest sitcom characters and actors of all time! After reading this book, you WILL be ready to work in the exciting world of situation comedy!
Country USA
Brand Atides Publishing
Manufacturer Atides Publishing
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780977064120
ReleaseDate 2014-02-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780977064120

Country	USA
Brand	Atides Publishing
Manufacturer	Atides Publishing
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9780977064120
ReleaseDate	2014-02-01
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780977064120

The Eight Characters of Comedy: Guide to Sitcom Acting &Writing

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