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An Actor's Handbook

An Alphabetical Arrangement of Concise Statements on Aspects of Acting
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An Actor's Handbook offers a concise collection of Constantin Stanislavski's insights on acting, drawn from his pioneering approach that influenced the "Method" school. Ideal for students, experienced theatre professionals, and enthusiasts, it presents key statements on various aspects of stage craft. Though not a replacement for his full works, this handbook serves as a practical refresher and guide to his transformative ideas.
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This volume is suitable for aspiring actors, theatre practitioners, and anyone keen on understanding the foundations of modern acting techniques.

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Stanislavski was the foremost influence on the "Method" school of acting, as developed by Lee Strasberg. Here in concise form is what Stanislavski himself said about acting, aimed at students, experienced theatre people and laymen interested in stage craft.

Stanislavski was the foremost influence on the "Method" school of acting, as developed by Lee Strasberg. Here in concise form is what Stanislavski himself said about acting, aimed at students, experienced theatre people and laymen interested in stage craft.

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Stanislavski was the foremost influence on the "Method" school of acting, as developed by Lee Strasberg. Here in concise form is what Stanislavski himself said about acting, aimed at students, experienced theatre people and laymen interested in stagecraft.

These collected short statements on a variety of subjects cannot replace the full expression of Stanislavski's ideas and discoveries in his other books, but they will serve to refresh the reader's memory and pinpoint what Stanislavski has to offer inquiring minds both in and out of the theatre.

An Actor's Handbook is an essential guide for anyone keen on understanding and applying Stanislavski's teachings in their own performances.

Series: Performance Books

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780413630803

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 March 1990

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Methuen Drama

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 196g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Constantin Stanislavski died in 1938 and is the most influential person in actor training to date. As co-founder of the Moscow Art Theatre, he developed his theories of acting.

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