A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, published by Hal Leonard Corporation in August 2001, is a 72-page adaptation of the classic literary work for the stage. This edition presents the story through the lens of Paul Sills, a prominent figure in improvisation and the founder of The Second City. Sills’ adaptation captures the essence of Dickens’ narrative while incorporating elements of theater and drama, making it suitable for performance.
Readers will find that this adaptation not only retells the familiar tale but also includes exercises developed by Viola Spolin, a key figure in improvisational theater. These exercises are designed to enhance the theatrical experience, drawing on the principles of games and improvisation. This edition serves as a resource for those interested in the intersection of literature and performing arts, providing insights into both the story and the techniques used in theatrical adaptations.
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(Applause Books). Paul Sills, the master of improvisation and found of The Second City and creator of Story Theatre and who has influenced some of theatre’s most important directors, writers and actors adapts for stage one of the classic works of literature, Charles Dickens’ masterpiece, A Christmas Carol. Included as well are some of the exercises devised for Story Theater by Viola Spolin, renowned for her work with games and improvisation and whose best-selling text has become the definitive guide to improvisational practice.
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