Routledge Performance Practitioners is a series of introductory guides to the key theatre-makers of the last century. Each volume explains the background to and the work of one of the major influences on twentieth- and twenty-first-century performance.These compact, well-illustrated and clearly written books will unravel the contribution of modern theatres most charismatic innovators. This significantly revised edition combines: an overview of Stanislavskys life and work, including recent discoveriesan assessment of his widely read text, An Actor Prepares (1936) with comparisons to Benedettis 2008 translation, An Actors Workdetailed commentary of the key 1898 production of The Seagullan indispensable set of practical exercises for actors, teachers and directors. As a first step towards critical understanding, and as an initial ex- ploration before going on to further, primary research, Routledge Performance Practitioners offer unbeatable value for todays student.
