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To the actor / Michael Chekhov ; [foreword by Simon Callow].

Title
To the actor / Michael Chekhov ; [foreword by Simon Callow].
Author
Chekhov, Michael, 1891-1955
Publication
London ; New York : Routledge, 2002.

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Additional Authors
  • Powers, Mala, 1931-2007.
  • Brynner, Yul.
  • Callow, Simon, 1949-
Description
lii, 222 p. : ill.; 20 cm.
Summary
This handbook for professional and amateur actors and directors is designed to train the imagination and body to quickly and effectively call up emotion, develop characters, and strengthen awareness.
Alternative Title
To the actor on the technique of acting
Subject
Note
  • Previous ed.: New York : Harper & Row, 1953.
  • Includes index.
Processing Action (note)
  • committed to retain
Contents
The actor's body and psychology -- Imagination and incorporation of images -- Improvisation and ensemble -- The atmosphere and individual feelings -- The psychological gesture -- Character and characterization -- Creative individuality -- Composition of the performance -- Different types of performances -- How to approach the part.
ISBN
  • 0415258766 (pbk.)
  • 0415258758
OCLC
  • 50545119
  • SCSB-11227941
Owning Institutions
Harvard Library