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An illuminating biography of Desi Arnaz, the visionary, trailblazing Cuban American who revolutionized television and brought laughter to millions as Lucille Ball’s beloved husband on I Love Lucy, leaving a remarkable legacy that continues to influence American culture today. Desi Arnaz is a...

Blake Snyder, uno de los guionistas de más éxito de Hollywood, ofrece una pintura ágil, divertida y franca de la trastienda de la industria cinematográfica. ¡Salva al gato! hace referencia a una de sus infalibles teorías para lograr que las ideas resulten más atractivas y cualquier guión más satisfactorio y, sobre todo, susceptible de venderse. Se trata de un término acuñado por el propio Snyder en alusión a una escena, absolutamente ineludible, en que el público va a conocer al protagonista de la película por primera vez y éste hace algo

A whimsical celebration of life, art, success, kindness, love, and thriving in a meaningless universe, taken from three iconic graduation speeches from beloved comedian Tim Minchin in a unique blend of Charlie Mackesy meets Kurt Vonnegut. Journey into life’s quirky truths with comedian Tim...

A Sunday Times Bestseller ‘I Love You, Byeee is poignant and properly funny; a bracing dip into nostalgia, but self-aware, too.’ Observer The long-awaited new memoir and follow-up to the bestselling Ramble Book. Hey, how you doing, casual browser? Adam Buxton here. Are you ready for some hot...

This comprehensive course is designed for actors aiming to master the diverse range of accents found across the United Kingdom and Ireland, offering an extensive foundation in both technical and cultural aspects of accent work, while maintaining accessibility for the novice learner. With an emphasis on authentic performance, the program provides step-by-step guidance on dialect production, using a wide variety of oral posture guidance, pronunciation exercises, and practical lexicon that actors can apply directly to their work.

In dieser Sonderreihe von WortArt zum Anlass des 30-jährigen Bestehens wird jeweils ein(e) Wegbegleiter(in) und "WortArtist(in)“ per Audio-Porträt und anhand eines Zusammenschnitts der besten Klassikernummern aus dem Programmarchiv des/der Künstler(in) präsentiert. Somit entsteht ein einzigartiges Highlight für die Lach- und Denkmuskeln. Ein Audioporträt zusammengetragen aus 30 Jahren Fleißarbeit mit vielen herausragenden Szenen und Programmen der deutschen Humorlandschaften.

Score a front-row seat for the thrilling story of the icons and iconoclasts that revolutionized professional wrestling, packed with exclusive interviews and explosive action shots of your favorite stars. The year is 2019. It is the dawn of All Elite Wrestling . . . and you know what that means...

過去を大事に抱えていない？未来に背を向けていない？人生のシナリオはあとから自分で書き換えられるTBSラジオ人気Podcast番組「となりの雑談」のエッセンスをギュッと凝縮、二人の掛け合いパートに、それぞれが書き下ろしを加えた読み応えのある一冊となりました。

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The ultimate story of the Scream movie franchise, featuring interviews from more than eighty key players and an in-depth exploration of the creation and legacy of the films that revived a dying genre In Your Favorite Scary Movie, entertainment journalist Ashley...

La historia transcurre en un hotel de provincias, la noche en la que se hospeda en él Dionisio, su protagonista, a la espera de su boda, que se celebrará al día siguiente. En el intervalo de esas horas conoce a Paula, joven bailarina de una compañía que pasa por la ciudad. Paula y la...

“A bible for badass women.”—SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR “Gripping and liberating.”—ADAM GRANT, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again “Survivor legend and gay icon, Parvati Shallow has won my heart all over again.”—BOWEN YANG NATIONAL BESTSELLER •...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The ultimate guide to writing a great screenplay and building a screenwriting career, from the creators of the hit podcast Scriptnotes—featuring contributions from film and TV legends Christopher Nolan, Greta Gerwig, Michael Schur, Rian Johnson, Aline Brosh McKenna...

Go behind the scenes of America’s Next Top Model with this powerful memoir that reveals the manipulation and chaos driving the iconic but deeply flawed reality competition show—from a fan favorite contestant. “Juicy, nostalgic, entertaining, and disturbing, You Wanna Be on Top? is the...

Preface Welcome to The Laughter Ward, where the everyday hustle of hospital life meets the hilarity of human nature. Healthcare is serious business—lives are saved, crises are managed, and vital care is given around the clock. But behind the scenes, in the hallways, staff rooms, and handover meetings, an entirely different drama unfolds. This is where the mishaps, misunderstandings, and mischief take place, bringing unexpected humour to the high-pressure environment of a hospital.

The official celebration of All Creatures Great & Small and its incredible setting: the Yorkshire Dales. Featuring an in-depth look at the characters and real-life inspiration for the show, this book tells the fascinating story of the program’s main character: the Yorkshire Dales.

First published in 1961, this is the autobiography of Harpo Marx, the silent comedian of The Marx Brothers fame. Always silent on the stage and screen, Harpo speaks for the first time and shares the story of his remarkable life with humor, intelligence, and love. A truly gifted musician, brilliant comic, and wonderful person, Harpo comes alive in Harpo Speaks.

Sigmar Solbach lässt Sie teilhaben an seinem aufregenden Leben. An einer schweren Kindheit und Jugend mit lebensbedrohlicher Krankheit, an beruflichen Erfolgen, aber auch an bitteren Niederlagen bis hin zu gescheiterten Beziehungen. Er erzählt von außergewöhnlichen Abenteuern zu Wasser und zu Land, von seiner spirituellen Suche und schließlich von dem großen Glück, der Frau begegnet zu sein, mit der er bis heute sein Leben teilt. Gewidmet hat der Schauspieler sein Buch den vielen Menschen, die ihm über mehr als fünf Jahrzehnte die Treue gehalten haben.

William Shakespeare understood power: what it is, how it works, how it is gained, and how it is lost. In The Hollow Crown, Eliot A. Cohen reveals how the battling princes of Henry IV and scheming senators of Julius Caesar can teach us to better understand power and politics today. The White House, after all, is a court—with intrigue and conflict rivaling those on the Globe's stage—as is an army, a business, or a university. And each court is full of driven characters, in all their ambition, cruelty, and humanity.

1974 was a busy year for Mel Brooks. Although still recovering after a series of failed projects threatened his career, he pulled off a one-two punch that saw the release of two of the most beloved American comedies ever made: Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein. Although both films are well-known, the stories beyond the making of each movie are less so. How did they come to be, and how did the era's culture and politics not only permit them to be made, but help them to become enduring comedy classics?

If you're a student or mid-career pro looking for advice to launch and manage an entertainment career, this book is designed for you. The 37 people who tell their stories created successful careers. You can, too.