Strasberg, the father of Method Acting, explains in this book his Method--for the first time in his own words. "Essential reading for actors, directors and students of theater".--Publishers Weekly. Advertising in newspapers and theater publications. Two 8-page photo inserts.
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In this short work, noted director Strasberg (1901-1982) tells how the teachings of Stanislavsky changed his life and describes his own discoveries and techniques in the art of acting. PW designated this as "essential reading for actors, directors and students of theater." Photos.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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YA In this excellent resource for un derstanding ``the method,'' Strasberg explains how he discovered and devel oped what has become of the most de finitive method of training actors. Easy to read, it is written in an autobiograph ical style with non-technical language. YAs will be entranced by Strasberg's experiences with famous actors and his sharing of his fears and successes. A must for high-school students and teachers of drama. Clinton Carbon, Episcopal High School, Bellaire
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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This review is from: A Dream of Passion: The Development of the Method (Paperback)
Probably the most famous acting teacher in modern times. I think this book is a necessary read for any actor, teacher, director. I've read and heard so much controversy over this man. It's fascinating to read about his journey. Some of the stereotypes of his method are crushed in this book. I have to respect these teachers who devoted their lives to finding some kind of answer for their students and actors everywhere. Strasberg, Adler, Meisner, Lewis, Hagen. Even if you don't agree with his ideas or techniques it is an extremely interesting read on the evolution of theater in this country.
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We have been told to never judge a book by it's cover, this saying goes true with A Dream of Passion as well. I was told to read this book by many aspiring and already successful actors alike, and on the outside the book doesn't seem like much at all. But on the inside it's a completely different story. Highly recommended read, my thanks to the shipper who got my copy to me in an instant and in amazing condition!
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Before any further detail, it should be clearly said if you are not deeply interested in theater, you will not be interested in this book. However, for those of you, like myself, who could not escape the theater, even if you tried, this book would be welcome in your collection. Regardless of your take on method acting, this book can offer great insight for anyone looking to study Strasberg, the Method, a life in the theater or improve on their own technique. Depending on your interest level at the time, it can be a bit wordy, but it is well worth the read.
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IT never occurred to me that I would spend my life in the theatre. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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Group Theatre, Moscow Art Theatre, Lee Strasberg, Laboratory Theatre, Actors Studio, New York, Giovanni Grasso, Jeanne Eagels, Berliner Ensemble, Clifford Odets, Jacob Ben-Ami, Mother Courage, The Three Sisters, Edward Gordon Craig, Harold Clurman, Marilyn Monroe, Success Story, Edmund Kean, Eleanora Duse, Johnny Johnson, Theatre Guild New!
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IT never occurred to me that I would spend my life in the theatre. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
affective memory, creative mood, sensory reality, emotional memory, actor training Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Group Theatre, Moscow Art Theatre, Lee Strasberg, Laboratory Theatre, Actors Studio, New York, Giovanni Grasso, Jeanne Eagels, Berliner Ensemble, Clifford Odets, Jacob Ben-Ami, Mother Courage, The Three Sisters, Edward Gordon Craig, Harold Clurman, Marilyn Monroe, Success Story, Edmund Kean, Eleanora Duse, Johnny Johnson, Theatre Guild New!
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- My Life in Art by Constantin Stanislavski on 5 pages
- Uncle Vanya by David Mamet on page 39, and page 154
- Three Sisters (TCG Translations) by Anton Chekhov on page 39, and page 78
- Uncle Vanya (Oxford Paperbacks) by A.P. Chekhov on page 39, and page 154
- An Actor Prepares by Constantin Stanislavski on page 61, and page 83
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- Stanislavsky in Focus: An Acting Master for the Twenty-First Century (Contemporary Theatre Studies) by Sharon Marie Carnicke on 6 pages
- Stanislavsky in Focus (Russian Theatre Archive, Volume 17) by Sharon Marie Carnicke on 5 pages
- The Actress: Hollywood Acting and the Female Star by Karen Hollinger on page 25, and Back Matter
- Twentieth Century Actor Training by Alison Hodge on page 36, and page 150
- Screen Acting by Peter Kramer on page 87, and Back Matter
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