Overview
A new approach to actor training by a senior teacher, this illustrated
manual shows how to use the body to produce rich, varied and truthful
performances. The approach, rooted in the Michael Chekhov Technique,
integrates ancient Qigong knowledge with somatic psychology and western
actor training methods to identify the links between physical shape,
emotion and feeling in performance. Supporting and illustrating the
text, extensive practical exercises developed through actor training
classes provide techniques to tune and adapt the body in preparation for
creative work. This book will enhance your understanding of the
actor's craft, offering the opportunity to grow and advance your
pre-existing skills. Warm ups and sequences of exercises will enable you
to implement and fully understand this innovative approach. All of the
work can be applied to live and screen performances.