A practical book on the Alexander Technique for actors and acting/movement teachers.
Bill Connington Books
Bill Connington, a Lecturer in Acting at the Yale School of Drama, is a distinguished practitioner and educator in the Alexander Technique. His work intricately weaves together the body, mind, and spirit to foster a healthy and creative life for performers. Through clear, practical guidance, Connington empowers actors to release habitual psychophysical tensions, unlocking their deepest creative impulses. His approach emphasizes a supportive process, focusing on the journey of artistic development rather than solely on outcomes.
Introduction to the Alexander Technique
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Introduction to the Alexander Technique , part of the brand-new Acting Essentials series, is the first textbook about the Alexander Technique written specially for undergraduates. This eight-week program can be taught over the course of half a semester, a full semester, or dipped into as needed to address students' issues with physicality, movement, breathing, voice and performance habits.The Alexander Technique has been a vital part of training for performers since the early 20th century. It is a core part of the curriculum at most acting conservatories and in many BFA programs. Sometimes considered purely a movement discipline, the Alexander Technique in fact takes into consideration the entire person-mind, body, voice, emotions, and imagination. Introduction to the Alexander Technique addresses the student's self as a whole and is suitable for beginning acting students in any academic setting, including those who take performance classes as an elective. The book also includes more than 150 practical, easy-to-follow exercises that help students reduce tension and improve their alignment, flexibility, and poise.The textbook is supported by a range of online videos demonstrating key exercises described throughout the book.