In Search of Stanislavsky's Creative State on the Stage: With a Practice as Research Case Study

This book explores a spiritual approach to acting, based on the teachings of Konstantin Stanislavski, and challenges the cartesian and realist-psychological approaches to the craft. It is aimed at theatre and performance academics and practitioners.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 266 pages
\n Publication date: 13 April 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This captivating book delves into a profound and transformative spiritual approach to actor training, aimed at unlocking the elusive artistic creativity that Konstantin Stanislavski famously referred to as the creative state. Through the lens of his unaddressed Christian Orthodox background and his profound interest in yogic or Hindu practices, the author presents a practical and comprehensive guide for artists on their journey of self-discovery and character transformation.

The book is structured in three major horizontal stages, each designed to cultivate the artist's skills and understanding. These stages are further developed on three vertical, interconnected levels, creating a comprehensive and holistic training program. Throughout the book, the author challenges the traditional cartesian approach to acting and the realist-psychological line, which are often considered the sole defining features of Stanislavski's work.

By exploring alternative perspectives and methodologies, this book offers a fresh and innovative approach to actor training. It will be of immense interest to theatre and performance academics, as well as practitioners in the fields of acting and directing. The insights and techniques presented in this book will empower artists to tap into their deepest reserves of creativity, emotional depth, and authenticity, enabling them to deliver truly remarkable performances that resonate with audiences on a profound level.

\n Weight: 480g\n
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367630737\n \n