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The Introverted Actor

Practical Approaches

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Authors:
  1. Rob Roznowski

    1. Department of Theatre, Michigan State University, East Lansing, USA

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  2. Carolyn Conover

    1. Department of Drama, Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, USA

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  3. Heidi Kasevich

    1. Kase Leadership Method, Inc., New York, USA

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  • Covers all levels of acting and directing, as well as professional aspects of theatre and auditioning

  • Supports actor educators interested in evolving their curriculum and classroom design to include all types of learners

  • Offers practical exercises for student actors

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Table of contents (16 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xv
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  2. Acting and Introversion

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
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    2. Foundations: Temperament Diversity

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 3-26

    3. Introversion and Acting

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 27-42

    4. Self-Awareness

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 43-59

    5. Survey Results

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 61-81

  3. Training and the Introverted Actor

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 83-83
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    2. Temperament-Inclusive Learning: Essential Strategies for Educators

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 85-98

    3. Acting Classroom Design

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 99-113

    4. Improvisation and the Introvert

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 115-131

    5. Cultural Comparisons

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 133-151

    6. Interview with Rodney Cottier

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 153-164

    7. Case Study: Comedy Class

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 165-186

  4. The Professional Actor and Introversion

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 187-187
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    2. Interview with Jennifer Simard

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 189-197

    3. Auditioning

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 199-216

    4. Rehearsals

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 217-230

    5. Performance

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 231-240

    6. Networking

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 241-256

    7. A Call to Action

      • Rob Roznowski, Carolyn Conover, Heidi Kasevich
      Pages 257-266
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About this book

Do you have to be an extrovert to succeed as an actor? This book offers ideas to create inclusive acting environments where the strengths of the introverted actor are as valued as those of their extroverted counterparts. As this book shows, many introverts are innately drawn to the field of acting, but can often feel inferior to their extroverted peers. From the classroom to professional auditions, from rehearsals to networking events, introverted actors tell their stories to help other actors better understand how to leverage their natural gifts, both onstage and off.  In addition, The Introverted Actor helps to reimagine professional and pedagogical approaches for both actor educators and directors by offering actionable advice from seasoned psychology experts, professional actors, and award-winning educators. 

Authors and Affiliations

  • Department of Theatre, Michigan State University, East Lansing, USA

    Rob Roznowski

  • Department of Drama, Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, USA

    Carolyn Conover

  • Kase Leadership Method, Inc., New York, USA

    Heidi Kasevich

About the authors

Rob Roznowski is a Professor at Michigan State University, USA, where he is the Head of Acting and Directing. Rob has acted and directed across the globe and was the former National Outreach and Education Coordinator for the Actors’ Equity Association. He is also the author of numerous books, articles, and plays.


Carolyn Conover is an Assistant Professor of Drama at Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, USA. She holds an M.F.A. in Theatre from Michigan State University. Carolyn has contributed to two other acting books: Inner Monologue in Acting (2013) and Roadblocks in Acting (2017). 



Heidi Kasevich earned her PhD from New York University, USA, and is Founder of Kase Leadership Method, where she is a Quiet Empowerment Educator and Coach. A national keynote speaker, she works with schools and companies to foster inclusive environments where introverts can thrive. Heidi has served as Educational Director at Quiet Revolution, and History Chair and Leadership Program Designer at several schools and universities in New York City.



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