Includes bibliographical references (p. 163-166) and index.

Each volume in the 'Routledge Performance Practitioners' series explains the background and work of one of the major influences on 20th and 21st century performance, detailing their biography; explanation of key writings; description of significant productions; and practical exercises. This compact, well-illustrated and clearly written book offers an essential guide to the complex and contradictory nature of this master of theatre. Routledge Performance Practitioners 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. This is the first book to combine: - an overview of Stanislavsky's life history - an assessment of his widely read text, An Actor Prepares - detailed commentary of the key 1998 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 exploration before going on to further, primary research, Routledge Performance Practitioners are unbeatable value for today's student.

Also available in printed form ISBN 9780415258869

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