The Frantic Assembly Book of Devising Theatre, Third Edition demystifies the process of devising theatre, offering an intimate and invaluable insight into Frantic Assembly’s evolution and success.

The third edition is a uniquely personal account of the history and practice of this remarkable company. It has been completely revised to include new practical exercises, essays on devising, writing, and choreography, suggestions for scene development, and full-colour photos and illustrations throughout.

This is an accessible, educational, and indispensable introduction to the working processes of Frantic Assembly, whose playful, intelligent, and dynamic productions continue to be acclaimed by audiences and critics alike.

To access Frantic Digital, a free digital resource designed to take you behind the scenes of the Frantic Method, visit www.franticassembly.co.uk/frantic-digital.

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The Frantic Assembly Book of Devising Theatre Third Edition demystifies the process of devising theatre, offering an intimate and invaluable insight into Frantic Assembly’s evolution and success.

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1. Introduction 2. Warm-Ups and Preparation 3. Making Work 4. The Tenets of the Frantic Method 5. The Frantic Method in the Classroom 6. Presenting Work 7. Scenes and Their Creation 8. Devising 9. Practical Devising Processes 10. New and Adapted Exercises Without Contact 11. Ok, What Now? (Let’s Push Things Forward) 12. Conclusion

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Product details

ISBN
9781032813127
Published
2025-11-27
Edition
3. edition
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Height
234 mm
Width
156 mm
Age
G, U, P, 01, 05, 06
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Number of pages
248

Biographical note

Scott Graham and Steven Hoggett are co-founders of Frantic Assembly. Steven is a freelance theatre maker, and Scott is the Artistic Director of Frantic Assembly.