To the Actor

<p>Michael Chekhov's classic work <em>To the Actor</em> has been revised and expanded by Mala Powers to explain clearly and concisely the essential techniques for every actor from developing a character to strengthen awareness. </p><p>Chekhov's simple and practical method – successfully used by professional actors all over the world – trains the actor's imagination and body to fulfill its potential. </p><p><em>To the Actor</em> includes a previously unpublished chapter on 'Psychological Gesture' translated into English by the celebrated director Andrei Malaev - Babel; a new biographical overview by Mala Powers; and a foreword by Simon Callow.</p><p>This book is a vital text for actors and directors including acting and theatre history students.</p>