Steven Hoggett

The Frantic Assembly Book of Devising Theatre Third Edition demystifies the process of devising theatre, offering an intimate and invaluable insight into Frantic Assembly’s evolution and success. The third edition is a uniquely personal account of the history and practice of this remarkable company. It has been completely revised to include new practical exercises, essays on devising, writing, and choreography, suggestions for scene development, and full-colour photos and illustrations throughout. This is an accessible, educational and indispensable introduction to the working processes of Frantic Assembly, whose playful, intelligent and dynamic productions continue to be acclaimed by audiences and critics alike. To access Frantic Digital, a free digital resource designed to take you behind the scenes of the Frantic Method, visit www.franticassembly.co.uk/frantic-digital.

The Frantic Assembly Book of Devising Theatre Third Edition demystifies the process of devising theatre, offering an intimate and invaluable insight into Frantic Assembly’s evolution and success. The third edition is a uniquely personal account of the history and practice of this remarkable company. It has been completely revised to include new practical exercises, essays on devising, writing, and choreography, suggestions for scene development, and full-colour photos and illustrations throughout. This is an accessible, educational and indispensable introduction to the working processes of Frantic Assembly, whose playful, intelligent and dynamic productions continue to be acclaimed by audiences and critics alike. To access Frantic Digital, a free digital resource designed to take you behind the scenes of the Frantic Method, visit www.franticassembly.co.uk/frantic-digital.

‘This is a close companion to Frantic Assembly’s practice and one that is written with an open and engaging, even disarming, tone … A rich, rewarding and compelling text.’Stuart Andrews, University of SurreyAs Frantic Assembly move into their twentieth year of producing innovative and adventurous theatre, this new edition of their well-loved book demystifies the process of devising theatre in an unusually candid way. Artistic directors Scott Graham and Steven Hoggett offer an intimate and invaluable insight into their evolution and success, in the hope that sharing their experiences of devising theatre will encourage and inspire students and fellow practitioners. The Frantic Assembly Book of Devising Theatre is a uniquely personal account of the history and practice of this remarkable company, and includes:practical exercisesessays on devising, writing and choreographysuggestions for scene developmenta 16-page colour section, and illustrations throughouta companion website featuring clips of rehearsals and performancesThis is an accessible, educational and indispensable introduction to the working processes of Frantic Assembly, whose playful, intelligent and dynamic productions continue to be acclaimed by audiences and critics alike.

‘This is a close companion to Frantic Assembly’s practice and one that is written with an open and engaging, even disarming, tone … A rich, rewarding and compelling text.’Stuart Andrews, University of SurreyAs Frantic Assembly move into their twentieth year of producing innovative and adventurous theatre, this new edition of their well-loved book demystifies the process of devising theatre in an unusually candid way. Artistic directors Scott Graham and Steven Hoggett offer an intimate and invaluable insight into their evolution and success, in the hope that sharing their experiences of devising theatre will encourage and inspire students and fellow practitioners. The Frantic Assembly Book of Devising Theatre is a uniquely personal account of the history and practice of this remarkable company, and includes:practical exercisesessays on devising, writing and choreographysuggestions for scene developmenta 16-page colour section, and illustrations throughouta companion website featuring clips of rehearsals and performancesThis is an accessible, educational and indispensable introduction to the working processes of Frantic Assembly, whose playful, intelligent and dynamic productions continue to be acclaimed by audiences and critics alike.