As one of the most well-known names in theatre history, Konstantin
Stanislavsky's teachings on actor training have endured throughout the
decades, influencing scholars and practitioners even in the present day.
This second edition of Konstantin Stanislavsky combines:
- an overview of Stanislavsky's life and work, including recent
discoveries
- an assessment of his widely read text, An Actor Prepares (1936) with
comparisons to Benedetti's 2008 translation, An Actor's Work
- detailed commentary of the key 1898 production of The Seagull
- an indispensable set of practical exercises for actors, teachers and
directors.
As a first step towards critical understanding, and as an initial ex-
ploration before going on to further, primary research, Routledge
Performance Practitioners are unbeatable value for today's student.