The Casting Handbook: For Film and Theatre Makers Book Launch

A couple of weeks ago I attended the book launch for The Casting Handbook: For Film and Theatre Makers (published by Routledge). Authors Suzy Catliff and Jennifer Granville gave a wonderful bash at the Actors Centre. Both Suzy and Jennifer have a wealth of experience in casting, producing, directing, screenwriting and lecturing in the realms of TV, film and theatre. They are very talented ladies. Not only is the book a fantastic guide to casting, it also gives you great insight into the industry as a whole. 

Suzy Catliff and Jennifer Granville

The book is available to buy in Foyles bookstores and online http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Casting-Handbook-Theatre-Makers/dp/0415688248

Here is a brief synopsis of the book:

Casting is a crucial creative element of any production - and yet the craft and skills needed to put together a successful and exciting cast are often overlooked. 

The Casting Handbook explains the casting process from beginning to end and covers everything producers and directors need to know - as well as proving a fascinating and illuminating read for actors. The book explores: 

- how to prepare a breakdown

- where to source actors

- how to prepare for a casting session

By the way, there are a couple of little quotes in the book from me too!!!