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“There is a muscularity, not to mention wisdom and truth, to Seth’s techniques. He is a wonderful teacher, and I know that having him as my first guide is one of the luckiest things to have happened to me in my career and life.” —Anne Hathaway, from her Foreword

“Seth Barrish has coached me on almost every TV project, film or audition I’ve done since we met ten years ago. When it comes to wisdom about acting, there’s no one I hold in higher regard.” —Mike Birbiglia, comedian, director, actor

“Seth’s approach and understanding is awesome. He makes it very easy to act by telling you not to act and be natural. It could be as simple as having something in your hand, creating business while you deliver a line to make it seem natural and comfortable. His book is amazing—it’s basically the actor’s blueprint.” —Jay Pharoah, actor, comedian

“In Seth’s class I often watch him transform a student’s good, yet average performance into a precise and exhilarating one, with just one simple adjustment. I am constantly blown away by how he does this. This book explains it.” —Sarita Choudhury, actor

“This book is truly unlike anything else I know—these pieces are haikus on specific elements of performance and character building.” —Philip Himberg, Sundance Theatre Institute

An Actor’s Companion is ideal for both seasoned professionals and beginning actors. The tips and exercises are simple and direct, and easy to apply in both rehearsal and performance.

Seth Barrish is an actor, director and co-founder of The Barrow Group, a theater company and acting school, in New York City. During his near forty-year career he has directed the award-winning My Girlfriend’s Boyfriend, Sleepwalk with Me, The Tricky Part, Pentecost, All the Rage and Old Wicked Songs.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1559367962
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Theatre Communications Group (June 9, 2015)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 216 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781559367967
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1559367967
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.4 x 0.6 x 8.4 inches
Reviewer: andreas
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Very clear and comprehensive
Review: I love when books get down and dirty , this is a book of tips for the professional actor , very helpful and very easy to remember and try , troubleshooting is a subject that actors usually talk between them anecdotally, it is very useful to have a book that is not addressing the issue of training like most books do , or have a books that talks about new age acting "how to live your life stuff" ( both of the useful ) but to address issues of crafty tips like a coach beside you whispering in your ear ! The writers voice is very direct and light but most importantly to the point ! One if is well read will identify Michael chekhov's words and advise and many other teacher , that's is to say that the teacher has borrowed wisdom both from his experience and from other masters , somethings that makes the book even better ! I liked the fact that he didn't feel like he had to either tell us ( not in all stories ) the source of the exercise or the reason behind it , sometimes all you need is just the advice ! Very well done sir !

Reviewer: Pamela Skylyn
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great Acting Skills Book
Review: Great book with great skills and tools for any actor beginner or professional

Reviewer: martin bell
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: If you want practical, here it is
Review: I will be upfront: I love this guy. What i loved most about the approach he has taken to the writing is that the bite size points are not only digested easily but they tend to stimulate memory examples from the recent and distant past. This makes it an engaging and absorbing read, taking me from a stance of theoretical comprehension to engaged practical understanding. I got a good deal out of the weekend i spent with Seth at the Barrow Group but his book has revitalised the connection and appreciation i had then and has clarified some points which i had not quite got. I loved Hagen's Respect for Acting, but whilst i think what she says is practical, it does come packed in a slightly doctrinal box. I found the manner in which Seth has approached the simplicity of acting in specific points helps me identify issues to be addressed and i look forward to using the book as a part of the search for the answers.

Reviewer: JF
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good read
Review: Helpful tips and tricks. Many make sense when you or them in practice. Much of it is common sense but difficult to acquire without experience.

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: An astounding acting book!
Review: I love this book! It's very easy to follow and understand. Each "tip" is clearly explained and simple to do. No technique is necessary to apply any of the "tips" mentioned in this book to get you results. I've been working with Seth Barrish at The Barrow Group in class and in class he guides me through my scene work using what he preaches and the outcome is extraordinary! I highly recommend this book to any actor seeking to improve their craft in a clear and concise manner. You won't regret making the purchase that I can promise you.

Reviewer: JD
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Seth Barrish's "An Actor's Companion -99 Bits of Craft-" is Awesome! An Actors must have
Review: Awesome guide for every actor to have! Seth's masterful ways into "The craft" are useful, practical and can assist every actor, no matter how experienced they are. He finds a way of writing that really allows the actor to fully understand each point he is making. Definitely a back pocket book to hold onto. With his writing I was able to translate things I had only ever thought about.. Things dealing with character, character type, physical awareness and so much more. - Not to mention the Barrow Group has an amazing group of actors. If this is just a smidget of what they're discussing then it's worth it!

Reviewer: amazon custmer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The actor’s Bible
Review: I have studied at the barrow group and find this book very useful. The technics are detailed, easy to understand and this makes acting so much easier and enjoyable. Truly this book is a great companion for the actors.

Reviewer: Cjsturk
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Very useful!
Review: My child is almost finished reading it. He wanted to read this book to determine if he was going to return to the stage. He thought it was organized well, and offered a lot of tips for aspiring actors.

Reviewer: Russ B
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: I can't get enough of this book! I use it for helping develop scenes, and finding new ways to approach characters. It's full of great exercises you can literally pick up, read for a few minutes, and move along with your day. You need to buy this!

Reviewer: Stephen
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Excellent, excellent, excellent. A sensible, no nonsense book for the true actor/director who wants to learn and apply, and not namby pamby around with ridiculous exercises and excuses for crawling around on the floor pretending to be a river! Thank you!