The Method Acting Handbook is a concise and practical guide to acting exercises originally devised by the ’father’ of the Method, Lee Strasberg. The Method trains the imagination, concentration, senses and emotions to ‘re-create’ – not ‘imitate’ – logical, believable and truthful behavior on stage and in film.
Building on nearly 30 years of teaching at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute and elsewhere, Lola Cohen has detailed specific exercises which provide clear instruction and guidance to this preeminent form of actor training.
Integrating Strasberg’s voice with her own tried and tested style of teaching, Cohen explains what can be gained from the exercises, how they can inspire and underpin your learning, and how they can be applied to your acting and directing practice.
As a companion to her previous edited volume The Lee Strasberg Notes,a transcription of Strasberg’s own teaching, The Method Acting Handbookis an unparalleled guide to this world renowned technique.
