{"product_id":"theatre-of-the-sphere-the-vibrant-being","title":"Theatre of the Sphere: The Vibrant Being","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eTheatre of the Sphere by Luis Valdez explores the principles that underlie his innovations as a playwright, teacher, and theatrical innovator, providing a conceptual framework for his acting theory and practice based on Mayan mathematics and metaphysics. It applies this methodology to describe the viente pasos, an exercise sequence that strengthens the body, balance, precision, and flexibility, as well as leadership, collaboration, observation, vulnerability, trust, and expression of passion. The book concludes with the full text of Valdez's poem, El Buen Actor\/El Mal Actor, and a comprehensive bibliography for further study. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 180 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 July 2021\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheatre of the Sphere is a profound exploration by Luis Valdez, delving into the principles that underpin his groundbreaking contributions as a playwright, educator, and theatrical innovator. Spanning over five decades, Valdez's unique aesthetic has defined the work of his group, El Teatro Campesino, from their early performances staged on the backs of flatbed trucks during the Delano Grape Strike in the 1960s to international megahits like Zoot Suit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book begins with a historical account of El Teatro Campesino, offering Valdez's insights and personal reflections. This foundational section provides valuable context for the development of the Theatre of the Sphere acting method.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe second part of the book delves into the conceptual framework of Valdez's acting theory and practice, grounding it in Mayan mathematics and metaphysics. Valdez explores the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit, emphasizing the importance of holistic training for actors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe third part of the book applies this methodology to describe the viente pasos, a 20-element exercise sequence that forms the core practice of El Teatro Campesino. These exercises aim to strengthen the body, balance, precision, flexibility, as well as leadership, collaboration, observation, vulnerability, trust, and the expression of passion. They also encompass aspects of consciousness of time, place, self, community, language, and belief, as well as honor, faith, morality, and commitment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book concludes with the full text of Valdez's poem, \"El Buen Actor\/El Mal Actor,\" and a comprehensive bibliography for further study. This text is a treasure for actors, scholars, and students of contemporary theatre, American and Chicano performance, and the art of theatre-making, actor training, and community performance. It offers invaluable insights and perspectives that will deepen one's understanding and appreciation of the performing arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 318g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 157 x 234 x 26 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367619473\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luis Valdez","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44105080275194,"sku":"9780367619473","price":34.26,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/186e63c9ad4969de9c27b842163141fe.jpg?v=1633489699","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/theatre-of-the-sphere-the-vibrant-being","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}