gavin bantock (240 résultats)

Paperback. Etat : Good. Clean cover. Unmarked clean pages.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. UNCLE VANYA, by Anton Chekhov, Adapted by Gavin BantockGreat Dramas for Student Actors, Vol. 5 The least known but probably the greatest of Chekhov's major plays. A deeply moving drama of frustration and failure - unfulfilled love, broken dreams, academic insignificance, thwarted ambitions, and the emptiness of wasted youth. The main characters - Professor Serebriakov, his second wife Elena, his daughter Sonya, her Uncle Vanya, and their talkative neighbour Doctor Astrov - all feel a deep dissatisfaction with their past and present lives and see little hope in the future. A tragedy about things that do not happen - punctuated by violent outbursts of passion, impulsive actions and unexpected moments of humour. A play deeply concerned with the destruction of the natural environment - a subject highly relevant in the modern world, even though the play was written over a hundred years ago. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. FIRST SERVANT, A Verse Memoir in Five Acts, by Gavin Bantock Gavin Bantock's life-long passion for stage production as director of drama mainly with student actors, brought to life in an autobiographical narrative composed with a colourful blend of fact, fiction and philosophical panache, in a unique poetic style of continuous five-line cinquains. "Undeniably a notable poet." Sir Maurice Bowra Published by FIRST SERVANT BOOKS Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Etat : As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. DINNER PARTY, A Comedy in One Act, by Gavin Bantock A hilarious comedy about six young people in a whirligig of happenings. Dick, who has too many girl-friends, finds himself in an impossible situation when he tries to arrange a dinner party for his extremely shy friend Mick and two girls. Everything falls into chaos when two other girls unexpectedly arrive on the scene, and refuse to leave. Published by FIRST SERVANT BOOKS Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. RUN, MELOS! A Play in Nine Scenes, by Gavin BantockNew Classic Adaptations for the Stage, Vol. 6 Osamu Dazai's short story Run, Melos! is regarded as a classic in Japan and is very popular especially among high-school teachers and students. Even in translation, it maintains its classic stature. Its theme of steadfast friendship overcoming all odds is deeply moving and inspirational, and indeed appeals to all ages. The increasing suspense of the story makes it an ideal vehicle for the live stage, and the audience watches with bated breath as the young Melos encounters one obstacle after another - a broken bridge and a turbulent river to be crossed, a band of brigands to be quelled single-handledly, and the sheer exhaustion Melos suffers as he runs mile after mile, almost dying of thirst, coughing blood and collapsing scarcely a mile from his destination, and only just able to make a final desperate effort to save his friend from death by crucifixion. Based on an ancient Greek legend and the much later ballad by the German writer Friedrich Schiller (1759-1805), the story shows how the evil machinations of corrupt power are overcome by the moral strength of friendship and Christian purity of spirit. Published by FIRST SERVANT BOOKS Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. THE LITTLE PRINCE, A Play in Twelve Scenes, by Gavin BantockNew Classic Adaptations for the Stage, Vol. 9 Antoine de Sainte-Expuery's enchanting children's tale for adults which is also a profound philosophical story for children. When a plane with engine trouble lands in the Sahara desert, the pilot is astonished to meet a Little Prince who suddenly appears from nowhere. The boy Prince tells the pilot of his adventures on seven small planets peopled with eccentric characters - a contrary Rose, a King with no subjects, a Conceited Man, a Heavy Drinker, a Businessman with little to do, a Lamp-Lighter too busy to sleep and a down-to earth Map-Maker. Later, he also encounters a well-informed Fox, and a Snake who has a fatal task to perform. The Little Prince's innocent wisdom reminds us of things we forgot when we grew up. Here this world-famous and much-loved classic gem is brought vividly to life for stage performance. Published by FIRST SERVANT BOOKS Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. THE THREE MUSKETEERS, The Queen's NecklaceA Play in Two Acts, by Gavin BantockNew Classic Adaptations for the Stage, Vol. 7 "All for One - and One for All!" Alexandre Dumas's thrilling story of how the proud young Gascon - D'Artagnan - becomes one of the King's Royal Musketeers. The three loveable musketeers - Athos, Aramis and Porthos, befriend D'Artagnan, and the four work bravely together as loyal supporters of the King. The ambitious Cardinal Richelieu uses the Queen of France's secret love-affair with the English Duke of Buckingham in an attempt to destroy the French monarchy and gain the crown for himself. The Queen's diamond necklace is used as a symbol of both betrayal and loyalty. A swashbuckling drama of secret plots, spies, romance, adventure and heart-stopping sword-fights, with many comical episodes. Published by FIRST SERVANT BOOKS Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. THE WAITING ROOM, A Comedy in One Act, by Gavin Bantock A highly entertaining stage comedy involving a psychiatrist, his housekeeper and receptionist, a loan shark, and seven patients with very unusual problems. The non-stop dramatic action takes place in the psychiatrist's waiting room, reception hall and consulting room, unexpectedly jumping from one to the other. The comedy is intermixed with more serious dialogue and life situations, so that the waiting room becomes a kind of microcosm of the world itself.Every character is literally 'waiting' for something to happen in their lives. You'll find it hard to wait to see a performance of this extraordinary play! Published by FIRST SERVANT BOOKS Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. KANJINCHO, The Subscription List, by Namiki Gohei, Adapted by Gavin Bantock: Oriental Adaptations for the Stage, Vol. 2 One of Kabuki's most famous masterpieces, in two separate editions - the first a short version based closely on the Japanese original, and the second an expanded version completely re-set in Italy in what might be termed 'Shakespearean' style (renaming the characters and relocating the action). A drama of gripping suspense in which the loyal retainer Benkei, a former priest, uses his deep knowledge of Buddhism to enable his master Yoshitsune to outwit the border warden Togashi Saemon and cross the barrier at Ataka in north-west Japan and escape from his vengeful elder brother the Shogun Yoritomo. In the second version, the priest Benedict uses his understanding of Christian lore to get the better of the frontier warden Simon Goldenoak to enable his master Lord Justinian to cross the frontier from Italy into France and escape from his elder brother Juliano, the Duke of Naples An excruciating dilemma: the only way to save his master is to beat him unmercifully almost to death - an unforgivable breach of the strict social order. An amazing example of absolute loyalty and respect - so profound that even the enemy is deeply moved and filled with admiration. Published by FIRST SERVANT BOOKS Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. THE BLUE BIRD, by Maurice Maeterlinck, Adapted by Gavin BantockGreat Dramas for Student Actors, Vol. 6 The charming story, which appeals to all ages, of two children's search for the Blue Bird, the symbol of true happiness. A simple dream-fantasy packed with profound thoughts. Dog, Cat, Fire, Water, Bread, Candy and Light all assume human shapes and teach us the true meanings of life. The boy Tyltyl and his sister Mytyl have exciting encounters with an ugly old fairy and a magic diamond; good and evil spirits of the past and future; horrors of darkness and disease; angry trees in the forest; greedy, selfish and lazy pleasure-seekers - and Time himself, sending out the not-yet born Blue Children to begin life on Earth. Where and what is the Blue Bird? Is it in the Land of Memory, the Palace of Night, in the dark Forest, or in the Palace of Happinesses? Is it in a Graveyard. Or in the Kingdom of the Future? Or is it to be found in the pure-minded joys and warm-hearted attitudes of life at home? Nothing is what it seems. Death turns into life, selfish pleasure turns into pain; and the Blue Bird seems not to be a real bird at all. Published by FIRST SERVANT BOOKS Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. ONDINE, A Play in Six Scenes, by Gavin BantockNew Classic Adaptations for the Stage, Vol. 5 The beautiful but sad legend of the sea nymph Ondine, who longs to possess a human soul, but tragically discovers the incompatibility of a union between mortal and immortal. The willful spirited Ondine is adopted by a poor fisherman and his wife, who lost their own baby daughter many years before. Later, Ondine falls in love with Sir Roland, a handsome knight, and they are married, but Ondine finds it impossible to live happily in the human world. She meets Brianna, a royal princess previously engaged to Roland. Brianna is furious that the knight has betrayed her, but, in a dramatic turn of events, Ondine reveals that Brianna is not really a princess at all, All three are united by the mystical forces of destiny, watched over by the Old One, Lord of the Earth. A mysterious and romantic fantasy with a constant background of the sea. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Etat : As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. CYRANO DE BERGERAC, A Play in Four Acts, by Edmond Rostand, Adapted for student actors by Gavin Bantock The fascinating tale of Cyrano-a witty poet, a skillful swordsman, a noble and romantic lover with a heart of gold, and a brave soldier, struggling against fortune throughout his life because of his oversize nose; and the good-looking young officer Christian, equally brave and romantic, but totally unable to express his feelings in persuasive and charming words. Both men are in love with the beautiful Roxane. Somehow they combine their best qualities - Cyrano's poetic fluency and Christian's handsome looks - to win her heart. A drama full of action from beginning to end. Sword-play in a theatre, a cake-shop romance, a famous balcony love-scene, and the horrific violence of battle. Love, treachery, comedy, courage and loyalty all bound up together in this landmark stage play. The greatest love story ever told! It far outshines the famous and heart-breaking romance Romeo and Juliet, and it might indeed be called the most brilliant and unforgettable tragi-comedy ever written! Published by First Servant Books Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Etat : Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Etat : New. pp. 104.

Etat : New.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. PELLEAS AND MELISANDE, A Play in Two Acts, by Maurice Maeterlinck, Adapted by Gavin BantockGreat Dramas, for Student Actors, Vol. 2 A beautiful Symbolist drama involving a love triangle between Melisande, a delicate nymphlike woman of unknown origin, her somewhat impulsive marriage to Golaud, the grandson of a king, and the intense but pure love that soon develops between her and Golaud's half-brother Pelleas. The play is set at first in a deep forest and then in a huge, decaying castle and its gardens. There is an overall dream-like atmosphere as if the characters are symbols of emotion rather than living human beings who walk and talk; and there is a sense that no one in the play either understands or can control, or escape from, the workings of destiny. It is a play which exactly fits the term Romantic as opposed to Realistic, which somehow aligns it with the guardian spirits of music and the sea. On the realistic level it is simply story of forbidden love, jealousy and anger, ending in murder and the death of the heroine. But Melisande's passing is imbued with beauty rather than sadness, as if she is drifting back to the "otherworld" she came from. Published by First Servant Books Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Has some light general reading/shelfwear - otherwise, this is a clean, tight copy. Dispatch within 24hrs from the UK.

paperback. Etat : Very Good. First Edition. Paperback, minor shelfwear only; contents clean and sound throughout. TPW. Used.

Tankobon Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. Hoshino, Tomihiro (illustrateur). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.97.

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Card Wrappers. Etat : Good. Pip Benveniste (cover & frontis.) (illustrateur). First Edition. 55pp. Edges of covers & text-block toned. Book.

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