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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. 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.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Practical guide to external acting techniques and character creation.
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in understanding how actors craft their characters from the outside, this book offers detailed insights on body language, diction, movement, and control. It's especially useful for performers or enthusiasts who want to deepen their grasp of the physical side of acting and how it integrates with role development. You'll find practical advice and examples from classic plays that make these techniques all the more tangible.
