A Katz Walk: A Legendary Jewish Professor’s Lessons: Teaching, Acting, and Direc ting Techniques at a Historically Black University

“A KATZ WALK” is Vera J. Katz’s magnum opus, encapsulating her lifelong commitment to transforming the performing arts as a pioneering White Jewish teacher at a major African American university since the 1960s. This seminal work, echoing the importance of “An Actor Prepares” and “Respect for Acting,” is crucial for anyone seeking a profound and diverse understanding of the theatrical craft.

“A KATZ WALK: A Toolbox of Techniques For Actors and Directors” offers a riveting narrative intertwined with invaluable acting techniques. It captures Vera J. Katz’s groundbreaking journey in a pivotal era of cultural change, as she brings her innovative teaching methods to a prestigious African American university. Her story is one of breaking barriers, challenging norms, and inspiring a generation of actors and directors. This book is more than a memoir; it’s a rich source of practical methods and insights, developed by Katz to empower actors to achieve excellence in their craft. Whether it’s winning scholarships or landing pivotal roles, the techniques and wisdom imparted in this book are indispensable. Katz’s journey and her profound impact on the acting world make “A KATZ WALK” an enlightening and essential read for actors, directors, and anyone passionate about the transformative power of theater.