NEW ARRIVALS - III

MUSICAL THEATRE
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Adventures in the screen trade: a personal view of Hollywood and screenwriting
by William Goldman
[Call number: 812.54 GOL]

As befits more than twenty years in Hollywood, Oscar-winning screenwriter William Goldman's sparkling memoir is as entertaining as many of the films he has helped to create. From the writer of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, All the President's Men and Marathon Man, Adventures in the Screen Trade is an intimate view of movie-making, of acting greats such as Redford, Olivier, Newman and Hoffman, and of the trials and rewards of working inside the most exciting business in the world

Broadway babies say goodnight: musicals then and now
by Mark Steyn

[Call number: 792.6 STE]

The glorious tradition of the Broadway musical from Irving Berlin to Jerome Kern and Rodgers & Hammerstrin to Stephen Sondheim. And then ... Cats and Les Miz. Mark Steyn's Broadway Babies Say Goodnight is a sharp-eyed view of the whole span of Broadway musical history, 7 decades of brilliant achievements the best of which are among the finest works American artists have made. In a energetic blend of musical history, analysis, and backstage chat, Mark Steyn shoows us the genius behind the 'simple' musical, and asks hard questions about the British invasion of Broadway and the future of the form.

The Broadway musical: collaboration in commerce and art
by Bernard Rosenberg & Ernest Harburg
[Call number: 792.6 ROS]

What goes into the making of a successful musical? No venture can be a success without good collaboration, but whether it is good or bad in any specific case cannot be known beforehand. The Broadway Musical is an investigation into this phenomenon of collaboration and its seeming unpredictability. To gather information, Bernard Rosenberg and Ernest Harburg have interviewed many of the top producers, directors, designers, players, songwriters, lyricists, librettists, and other artists that are responsible for today's Broadway musicals. Starting with the development of the industry itself, the authors investigate the complicated machinery of show business and detail how it was able to survive the rapidly rising costs of productions in the 1980s. Proceeding to the creative aspects of the show, the authors provide an intimate look at the assembling of the musical at every level, detailing the workings of the top executives, musicians, songwriters, techne, the reaction of the critics and the audience.

The Cambridge history of American Theatre: Vol. I, beginnings to 1870
edited by Don B. Wilmeth & Christopher Bigsby
[Call number: 792.0973 CAM]

The Cambridge History of American Theatre is an authoritative and wide-ranging history of American theater in all its dimensions. It recognizes changing styles of presentation and performance, and addresses the economic context that conditions the drama presented. Volume One brings together the work of ten major authorities on American theater and drama. Like each of the three volumes, Volume One includes an extensive overview and timeline followed by chapters on specific aspects of American theater up to c. 1870.

The season: a candid look at Broadway
by William Goldman
[Call number: 792.097471 GOL]
Playwright/novelist/screenwriter Goldman analyzes Broadway from the perspective of the audiences, playwrights, critics, producers and actors.

INTERACTIVE ARTS
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Ars Electronica 2007: goodbye privacy: festival for art, technology and society
[Call number: 709.04078 ARS]


Ars Electronica: a new cultural economy the limits of intellectual property: festival for art
[Call number: 709.04078 ARS]


Ars Electronica 2009: human nature: festival for art, technology and society
[Call number: 709.04078 ARS]


CyberArts 2008: International Compendium - Prix Ars Electronica 2008
[Call number: 709.04078 CYB]


CyberArts 2009: International Compendium - Prix Ars Electronica 2009
[Call number: 709.04078 CYB]





CINEMATOGRAPHY
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Better location shooting: techniques for video production
by Paul Martingell
[Call number: 791.450232 MAR]
This book is packed with the things you will need to know to have great results while shooting your documentary, interview, sporting event, fashion or glamour event, or current affairs/news show. Beyond introductory techniques, the author will tell you how to plan, troubleshoot, handle legal requirements and issues, and of course - he'll teach you all about location filming equipment. Practical and filled with hands-on pointers, this book is perfect for working and aspiring film & video professionals seeking a leg up in their careers.

Filming the fantastic: a guide to visual effects cinematography
by Mark Sawicki
[Call number: 778.53 SAW]

This full-color step-by step guide to visual effects cinematography empowers you to plan out and execute visual effects shots on a budget, without falling into the common pitfall of using high-end computer graphics to "fix it in post." Learn how to effectively photograph foreground miniatures, matte paintings, green screen set ups, miniatures, crowd replication, explosions, and so much more to create elements that will composite together flawlessly.

High definition cinematography [3rd edition]
by Paul Wheeler
[Call number: 778.53 WHE]

High-definition is now ubiquitous in video production and High Definition Cinematography, Third Edition provides the explanations, definitions, and workflows that today's cinematographers and camera operators need to make the transition. Paul Wheeler will explain the high-definition process, suggest the best methods for filming, and help you choose the right camera and equipment for your crew with this comprehensive book. You'll also learn the different formats and when best to use them, how to create specific looks for different venues, and learn how to operate a wide variety of popular cameras.

The visual effects producer: understanding the art and business of VFX
by Charles Finance & Susan Zwerman
[Call number: 778.5345 FIN]

Go behind the scene of the behind the scenes to learn how the business of producing the dazzling visual effects we see in movies and on TV works. With decades of combined VFX production and supervisory experience in Hollywood, the authors share their experience with you, illuminating standard industry practices and tips on: * preproduction planning * scheduling * budgeting * evaluating vendors and the bidding process * effective data management * working on-set, off-set, or overseas * dealing with changes in post-production * legal issues (contracts, insurance, business ethics), and more

VFX Artistry
by Spencer Drate & Judith Salavetz
[Call number: 778.5345 DRA]

Be inspired by the masters! This visually stunning book showcases the work and creative process of several of today's leading visual effects studios. Over 1000 vibrant four color images provide great visual insight as to how the studios start with a concept then arrive at their finished VFX shot. includes insight into the production process and listings of the tools used to create each effect. Among the studios featured are Digital Kitchen, Trollback and Company, Eyeball, and nailgun*, among others.