Hagen, Uta
A Challenge for the Actor
- ISBN 13:
- 9780684190402
- author:
- Hagen, Uta
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1991
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 15.49 x 2.79 x 23.37 centimetres
- Genre:
- Acting techniques
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Uta Hagen's Challenge for the Actor is a comprehensive guide to the craft of acting, written by one of the world's most renowned stage actresses. With over 40 years of teaching experience at the HB Studio in New York, Hagen brings a wealth of knowledge to this work, which greatly expands on her earlier book, Respect for Acting. At its core, this book explores the actor's relationship with the physical and psychological senses, and how to bring a character to life through the animation of the body and mind. Hagen also delves into the specifics of the actor's techniques, examining the actor's goals and the concept of expectation. The book includes a range of exercises designed to help the actor develop their craft, from recreating physical sensations to employing historical imagination. Through her work, Hagen offers a unique perspective on the art of acting, one that is both practical and insightful. With its focus on the actor's inner world and the subtleties of performance, Challenge for the Actor is a valuable resource for actors of all levels.
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