Michael Chekhov: On Theatre and the Art of Acting: The Five-Hour Master Class 4 CDs and Booklet (Paperback)

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Product Description
This CD program covers material not included in either of Chekhov's books, On the Technique of Acting or the new edition of To the Actor. The highlights include: The Art of Characterization; Short Cuts to Role Preparation; How to Awaken Artistic Feelings and Emotions; Avoiding Monotony in Performance; Overcoming Inhibitions and Building Self-Confidence; Psycho-Physical Exercises; and Development of the Ensemble Spirit.

Product Details

• Paperback: 57 pages
• Publisher: The Working Arts Library/Applause (December 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557835314
• ISBN-13: 978-1557835314
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.7 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #602,622 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Michael Chekhov Speaks, May 7, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Michael Chekhov: On Theatre and the Art of Acting: Book/Cassette Package (Applause Acting Series) (Paperback)

Thsi set of tapes is wonderful. If you are a fan of the Michael Chekhov Technique, or merely curious, the tapes are an opportunity to hear Michael Chekhov share the elements of his technique with a group of professional actors. I have a set just for drive time in my car - they keep me very connected to the technique and Chekhov's artistic vision.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LISTEN TO THE PASSION OF CHEKHOV, November 2, 2007

By	Lavid Lavester - See all my reviews

I'VE READ WHATEVER MATERIAL I COULD THAT HAD ANYTHING TO DO WITH MICHAEL CHEKHOV, BUT LISTENING TO CHEKHOV SPEAK ABOUT HIS TECHNIQUE IS LIKE NOTHING ELSE. FOR ME IT FELT LIKE CHEKHOV WAS SITTING RIGHT BESIDE ME. I COULD FEEL THE PASSION OF HIS VOICE. VERY INSPIRING. I RECOMMEND FIRST GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH CHEKHOV'S TECHNIQUE BY READING HIS BOOK "ON THE TECHNIQUE OF ACTING" AND ONCE YOU GET A VERY GOOD UNDERSTANDING OF IT, USE THIS AUDIO COMPILATION AS AN AID TO INSPIRE, AND KEEP YOU IN TOUCH WITH THE MAN AND HIS ART. SOUND QUALITY IS NOT THE BEST, BUT I'M GRATEFUL THAT ANYTHING LIKE THIS EVEN EXISTS, SO IT'S NOT THAT BIG OF A DEAL. IF YOU'RE AN ACTOR OR WANT TO BE ONE, AND LOOK AT ACTING AS AN ART FORM, THEN GET ACQUAINTED WITH CHEKHOV AND HIS TECHNIQUE. THERE IS NOTHING LIKE IT OUT THERE.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful and insightful!, January 15, 2009

By	Bethany D. Hart (Spokane, WA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As a fan of Michael Chekhov, I found this product very helpful! It came with several CDs that I uploaded to my computer and listen on my ipod daily. It's pretty amazing to hear Chekhov explaining his theories on his own terms and timing. I especially enjoyed the elements of the mask section.

This item is probably not for beginning theatre students, but for those who have heard of Chekhov, you will enjoy!