Stanislavski was the first to outline a systematic approach for using our experience; imagination and observation to create truthful acting. 150 years after his birth; his approach is more widely embraced and taught throughout the world ndash; but is still often rejected; misunderstood and misapplied.In Acting Stanislavski; John Gillett offers a clear; accessible and comprehensive account of the Stanislavski approach; from the actors training to final performance; exploring:bull; ease and focusbull; the nature of action; interaction and objectivesbull; the imaginary reality; senses and feelingbull; active analysis of text bull; physical and vocal expression of character bull; the actor in the context of training and the industry.Drawing on Stanislavskis major books; in both English translations; and on records of his directing process and final studio classes; Acting Stanislavski demystifies terms and concepts. It is for actors from an actors point of view; and offers many practical exercises and examples as an integrated part of each subject.Acting Stanislavski also creates an up-to-date overview of the Stanislavski approach; connecting his legacy with the work of his successors; from Michael Chekhov to Meisner; Adler and Strasberg.A new; extended and fully updated edition of Acting on Impulse: Reclaiming the Stanislavski Approach (Methuen Drama; 2007); Acting Stanislavski now includes new exercises and biographies; a further chapter on The Character; and an expanded glossary along with many other additions to the previous chapters. It is an essential practical and educational resource for any acting student; professional or teacher.
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