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~ (Author) "IT never occurred to me that I would spend my life in the theatre..." (more)
Key Phrases: affective memory, creative mood, sensory reality, Group Theatre, Moscow Art Theatre, Lee Strasberg (more...)
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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.


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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.

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  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Plume (October 1, 1988)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0452261988
  • ISBN-13: 978-0452261983
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #56,987 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars strasbeg's system, September 12, 2000
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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Another must have for any actors library. Provides an explination and makes sense of all the crazy things we do as actors. A great theory which gives you lots of things to think about.
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4.0 out of 5 stars strasbeg's system, September 12, 2000
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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3.0 out of 5 stars A Book For Serious Actors
Firstly, if you are not truly devoted to acting, you will not find this book all that interesting. But if you are a Method devotee, then you will find much info & interesting... Read more
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This book is absoulutly grreat! If you want to get into acting, you must read this book. I gauruntee it :)
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