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title: "Notes on Directing: 130 Lessons in Leadership from the Director's Chair"
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# Notes on Directing: 130 Lessons in Leadership from the Director's Chair

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Some years ago, Frank Hauser, then a retired freelance director, and writer Russell Reich, his former student, self-published Notes on Directing in hardcover. It was immediately acclaimed as “a gem-witty and full of insight;” “so sensible, so complete, and so right;” and “amazingly illuminating” by the likes of Judi Dench, Edward Albee, and Terry Teachout. Gathered over Frank Hauser's long career, and polished to a sharp edge by Russell Reich, the 130 "Notes" address a wide range of topics, from understanding the script and defining the director's role, to casting, how to handle a first read-through of a script, rules for rehearsal, how to talk to actors, how to get a laugh, and the key elements of staging. Filled with enduring good advice expressed in assertive, no-nonsense language, and supported with explanatory commentary, insightful quotes and examples, and six valuable appendices, this deceptively slim book has the impact of a privileged apprenticeship, providing deep insight into the hidden process of creating a live, shared experience. For the student or professional engaged in a directing or acting career, the executive or manager looking for inspiring new ideas on leadership, or the arts lover wanting insight into the creative process, this book will be an invaluable experience. This new edition includes an interview with the co-author.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Dimensions | 12.7 x 1.5 x 19.7 cm |
| Edition | Second |
| Isbn 10 | 1937295028 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-1937295028 |
| Item Weight | 186 g |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 140 pages |
| Publication Date | 15 October 2018 |
| Publisher | RCR Creative Press |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My go-to book for directing theatre.
*by  on Reviewed in the United States 9 July 2025*

I direct several shows yearly for community theater in my hometown, and I've been directing for almost 20 years. My hardback copy of this book is almost worn out. Rather than a front-to-back read, I just pick it up and open it to a random page to gain an insight or just some good practical tips. It's an older publication, so no mention of modern technology, but it contains sage advice. Whenever I'm working with an Assistant Director who wants to learn the ropes, I gift them with a copy of this book.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect tips and info for starting and returning directors!
*by  on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 8 October 2022*

Clear concise and straight to the point. Thanks

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the best, cleaver book on the art of directing
*by  on Reviewed in Canada 19 February 2022*

As a filmmaker and teacher, I read many many books on directing and this is the more concise, clever yet comprehensive book on the craft of directing, from the first reading of a script to the heat of the performance. Although it was originally written for the stage play, it's an absolute most read for the screen / movie / tv director as a «pense-bête», a kind of «stay calm and carry on» manual when the pressure (and stakes) are high.

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