Konstantin Stanislavsky (Routledge Performance Practitioners)

Konstantin Stanislavsky (Routledge Performance Practitioners)

<P>This compact, well-illustrated and clearly written book offers an essential guide to the complex and contradictory nature of this master of theatre.</P> <P><EM>Routledge Performance Practitioners</EM> are a series of introductory guides to key theatre-makers. These compact, well-illustrated and clearly written books will unravel the contribution of modern theatre's most charismatic innovators. </P> <P>This is the first book to combine: </P> <P>- an overview of Stanislavsky's life history</P> <P> - an assessment of his widely read text, An Actor Prepares </P> <P> - detailed commentary of the key 1998 production of The Seagull</P> <P> - an indispensable set of practical exercises for actors, teachers and directors.</P> <P>As a first step towards critical understanding, and as an initial exploration before going on to further, primary research, <EM>Routledge Performance Practitioners</EM> are unbeatable value for today's student.</P>