Routledge (toward) a phenomenology of acting - Phillip Zarrilli

Explore the deep connection between the body and the stage in (toward) a phenomenology of acting by Phillip Zarrilli. Published by Routledge, this book addresses the fundamental question posed by Jerzy Grotowski: "How does the actor 'touch that which is untouchable?'" This work treats acting as a question meant for exploration within the studio and subsequent reflection. It uses phenomenology to encourage actors and students to listen to "the things themselves." By focusing on how performers sensorially, kinesthetically, and affectively engage with the acting process, Zarrilli provides a framework for understanding performance as a lived phenomenon. Through detailed first-person accounts, the text examines acting across various dramaturgies and performances, ranging from the works of Beckett to contemporary co-creations. It is an essential resource for those looking to deepen their understanding of the sensory and physical aspects of the theatrical craft.