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Free to Act presents a holistic approach to actor training that integrates physical and psychological technique. Its integrated approach emphasizes the idea that the body informs the mind and that emotion is rooted in physical action. Providing a carefully developed system of training, Free to Act guides the student-actor through the complex process by which an actor is formed.
How can an actor synthesize physical movement and psychological interiority to create a unified performance? Mira Felner, an experienced educator in theater arts, argues that the separation of body and mind in traditional training limits an actor's range. She presents a structured pedagogical framework that treats the physical body as the primary conduit for emotional expression and character development.
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Educators and practitioners frequently cite this work as a balanced resource for bridging the gap between physical theater and psychological realism. Experts highlight the clarity of the exercises as a practical tool for both classroom instruction and individual actor development.
Page Count:
262
Publication Date:
1990-01-01
Publisher:
Holt Rinehart & Winston
ISBN-10:
0030132371
ISBN-13:
9780030132377
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