Examines the role of Elizabethan drama in the shape of cultural belief, values, and understanding of political authority.

A comparative survey of the major approaches to Western acting since the 19th century

Playing with Purpose shows how a facilitator, coach, manager, people developer or trainer can invent or reinvigorate an artificial learning experience and make it so much more than a game. The authors look at a range of dilemmas, challenges and problems faced by anyone wanting to run memorable training sessions, classes and project meetings and then demonstrate how to get powerful lessons from the simplest of household and office objects and situations. The exercises and ideas outlined provide a focused examination of a range of training aims and outcomes including leadership, teamwork, communications, equality and diversity, feedback and personal effectiveness; as well as general energisers, closers and problems to be solved. Steve Hutchinson and Helen Lawrence believe that seeing their sustainable, creative approach to experiential learning explicitly laid out, will give you the confidence to develop your own solutions.

Mary M. and Kenneth J. Gergen make a strong case for enriching the social sciences through performative work, establishing a framework for performative research and including many of their own performance works.

Meet the “starting lineup” of talented big-time athletes with fascinating faith stories in the Playing with Purpose Collection. This book chronicles the lives of several players who stand strong for their Christian faith on the football field, the basketball court, and the baseball diamond. Veteran CBA author Mike Yorkey, whose biography of quarterbacks Sam Bradford, Tim Tebow, and Colt McCoy was a best-seller, also profiles major league stars such as Albert Pujols, Josh Hamilton, Clayton Kershaw, Carlos Beltran, Ben Zobrist, and Mariano Rivera and NBA heroes like Kyle Korver, Kevin Durant, Luke Ridnour, Stephen Curry, and Jeremy Lin. The Playing with Purpose Collection will introduce you to talented athletes with compelling faith stories.

Discover a Unique and Innovative Approach to Personal Growth and Self-Improvement Through the Power of Media! - Amazing Meditation Techniques That Will Change the Way You Consume Media In this transformative book, author Christopher Stevens introduces a unique meditation technique that harnesses the influential force of movies, music, and various forms of media to create positive changes in our lives. Drawing on deep insights into the human mind and the impact of conditioning, explore how our daily exposure to media shapes our beliefs, emotions, and overall well-being. Delving into the realm of both negative and positive influences, Press Play for a Purpose demonstrates how we can actively harness the power of media to overcome obstacles, achieve success, and cultivate happiness. With this book, you will: -Discover the profound impacts of the media on your thoughts, emotions, and actions -Understand how conditioning influences your beliefs and behaviors without you even knowing -Learn powerful meditation techniques that will completely change how you consume media -Explore the intricacies of the hidden negative and positive influences in media -Unlock the secrets to achieving success and happiness by leveraging the power of media And so much more! Whether you are seeking to overcome self-limiting beliefs, enhance your motivation, or cultivate a more positive mindset, this book offers a fresh perspective on self-improvement. By immersing yourself in the carefully curated media experiences shared in this book, you will gain the tools to rewrite your story, reshape your reality, and press play on a purposeful life. Embrace the transformative potential of media and embark on a journey of self-discovery unlike any other! Get Your Copy Now!