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Stanislavski for Beginners
Series: For Beginners
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This guide not only elucidates the system but also chronicles Stanislavski's life and dispels common myths, making his ideas accessible and vivid for readers.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book is ideal for drama students, actors, directors, and anyone interested in the craft and theory of acting, as well as those curious about the history and development of modern theatre techniques.
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Stanislavski (1863 - 1938) was the first person to develop a cogent and practical system of acting. Throughout his life he sought the answers to some fundamental questions:
- What is great acting?
- Is there a grammar of acting? Can it be taught?
- What are the steps you should go through to create a character?
- How can you find inspiration at every performance?
Stanislavski remains the most important influence on actor training today. And yet many of his ideas are little known or even misunderstood. Stanislavski for Beginners charts the development of the Stanislavski system. It shows how it grew from his own practice as an actor and director. It includes a clear exposition of the key elements of the system, such as relaxation, concentration, emotion, memory, units and objectives, and the superobjective.
Finally, the book explores the Method of Physical Actions, which he worked on in the years before his death and which he called "the result of my whole life's work". Stanislavski for Beginners is both an invaluable guide to the Stanislavski system and a fascinating chronicle of his life. It shatters some common myths and misconceptions and blows away the cobwebs, bringing his ideas vividly to life.
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Book Details
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ISBN: 9781939994356
Publisher: For Beginners
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 31 May 2015
Country: United States
Imprint: For Beginners
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Jeff Fallow
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 192
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About the Author
David Allen is a retired lecturer in drama at the University of Wolverhampton. He has written numerous articles on Chekhov.
Jeff Fallow is a graphic designer and illustrator. He lives and works in Fife with his wife and son. His hobbies include taxidermy and creating steampunk sculpture. He has had a number of historical comic books published, and a children's book called Scotland the Grave.
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