An Actor's Handbook: An Alphabetical Arrangement of Concise Statements on Aspects of Acting
by Constantin Stanislavski
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This is the classic lexicon of Stanislavski's most important concepts, all in the master's own words. Upon its publication in 1963, An Actor's Handbook quickly established itself as an essential guide for actors and directors. Culling key passages from Stanislavski's vast output, this book covers more than one hundred and fifty key concepts, among them 'Improvisation', 'External Technique', 'Magic If', 'Imaginary Objects', 'Discipline', 'What Is My System?' and 'Stage Fright'.This reissued, show more attractively packaged edition will be an essential book for any performer. show lessTags
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Constantin Stanislavski (1863-1938), born Constantin Sergeyevich Alexeev, was an actor, director, and the greatest of all acting teachers
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- 792.028 — Arts & recreation Recreation, sports, and performing arts Stage presentations modified standard subdivisions Techniques, procedures, apparatus, equipment, materials, miscellany Acting and Performance
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- PN2061 .S7 — Language and Literature Literature (General) Literature (General) Drama Dramatic representation. The theater Art of acting
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