Respect for Acting

The book is very well structured and helpful. It gives a precious insight into acting and the different aspects to consider when approaching a character/role.
I think I will get back a lot to this book and do all the exercises described.

The missing star is explained by the bad edition. There are so many typos in the German translation! It reminded me why I usually prefer to read books in their original language.

The classic- "and still Champeen!"- of all acting guides. Required reading (literally, for me as an undergrad student) for anyone in the business. Teaches you how to deconstruct and reconstruct your entire part while keeping your head in the game. Exercise, anecdotes and sage advice all contained within.

In the early 1980's I was fortunate enough to participate in a master class with Uta Hagen and watch her perform in a one woman show afterwards.

This text is terrific for actors. To this day when working on a role, I still draw from Ms. Hagen's work.

For those who want to gain perspective I would also highly recommend reading Sir Laurence Olivier's writing about acting. (Ms. Hagen was NOT a fan of Sir Larry.)

You will get two polar approaches to the craft which IMO are both exemplary methods to developing a character.

Awesome book. Great advice, wonderful suggestion of exercises and techniques.

A highly regarded treatise on acting methodology

Taught me a great deal about her craft. Recommended.

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