Chekhov, Michael

To the Actor: On the Technique of Acting

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ISBN 13:
9781420963090
author:
Chekhov, Michael
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Digireads
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
138
Dimensions:
21.6 x 14 x 0.8 centimetres (0.1
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Theater,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£11.87

Description

First published in 1953, "To the Actor: On the Technique of Acting" is a renowned guide to acting by Russian-American actor, director, and teacher Michael Chekhov. Chekhov's approach to acting diverged from that of his teacher Konstantin Stanislavski, focusing on physical gestures and imagination to discover characters and oneself.

Chekhov's method emphasizes finding the physical identity of a character and internalizing it until it becomes second nature. This approach has been highly successful, with Chekhov personally teaching many notable actors and directors. "To the Actor: On the Technique of Acting" remains a valuable resource for actors, directors, and students of theater and film.

This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper, ensuring a high-quality reading experience.

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