Constantin Stanislavski

Elizabeth Reynolds Hapgood

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

New York

Building a Character is one of the three volumes that make up Stanislavski¿s The Acting Trilogy.

An Actor Prepares explores the inner preparation an actor must undergo in order to explore a role to the full. In this volume, Sir John Gielgud said, this great director ¿found time to explain a thousand things that have always troubled actors and fascinated students.¿

Building a Character discusses the external techniques of acting: the use of the body, movement, diction, singing, expression, and control.

Creating a Role describes the preparation that precedes actual performance, with extensive discussions of Gogol¿s The Inspector General and Shakespeare¿s Othello. Sir Paul Scofield called Creating a Role ¿immeasurably important¿ for the actor.

These three volumes belong on any actor¿s short shelf of essential books.

Building a Character

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Some minor highlighting. Excellent condition. 

Indiana

The first volume of Stanislavski's enduring trilogy on the art of acting defines the "System," a means of mastering the craft of acting and of stimulating the actor's individual creativeness and imagination.

An Actor Prepares

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Building a Character by Konstantin Stanislavski is a must-have for any serious actor. This 1985 edition of the classic text delves into the physical and psychological techniques essential for bringing a character to life on stage. A companion to An Actor Prepares, this book explores movement, voice, and expression, making it a staple in any thespian’s collection.

This copy is in good condition, with some demarcations here and there—a testament to its value among artists, including Cirque du Soleil performers. Whether you’re a student, a seasoned actor, or a theater enthusiast, Building a Character is an invaluable resource for honing your craft.

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