Stanislavsky and Mindfulness
Being in the Moment
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publishing:15th Aug '25
£39.99
This title is due to be published on 15th August, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
Stanislavsky and Mindfulness synthesises the two disciplines of acting and mindfulness focusing on elemental concepts from Stanislavsky’s System. Following mindfulness from East to West, this collection explores how Stanislavsky used techniques of mindfulness to create a way for actors to portray truthful characters.
Using elements of neuroscience and wellbeing, Ingleson and her team of diverse authors share how mindfulness creates more believable and affective acting from a modern perspective. They discuss active, engaged performance and self-care and share workshop and rehearsal exercises that readers can take away and use in their own practice. British, American, African, European and Asian heritage voices come together to explore an inclusive and kind theatre-making and share new approaches to life in the industry and actor training. The contributors to this book, introduced by a foreword from Professor, director and author Anne Bogart, comprise theatre professors, directors and actors, Buddhists, Yoginis, academics, Arts psychotherapists and mindfulness teachers.
Part of the "Stanislavsky And…" series, Stanislavsky and Mindfulness is an accessible resource for theatre students, drama teachers and academics and readers with an interest in acting and how to apply mindfulness to different areas of our lives.
“Stanislavsky and Mindfulness is a compelling antidote to screen-learning, digital isolation and the misconception that Stanislavsky's system is 'trauma-informed'. His commitment to well-being and communion is celebrated in this must-have volume by sincerely mindful practitioners and educators. What a joy!”
Bella Merlin, actor and Distinguished Professor, University of California, Riverside
“Integrating mindfulness into Stanislavsky’s System facilitates richer, more authentic performances. Whether you’re new to acting or needing a refresher Stanislavsky and Mindfulness brings together the knowledge of a diverse mix of practitioners allowing for a varied and thought-provoking read.”
Golda Rosheuvel, NAACP and Screen Actors Guild Award-nominated actor
“Human interaction, mindfulness and self-care are crucial to the wellbeing of actors in rehearsal, on set and in all areas of practice. Stanislavsky and Mindfulness addresses this and much more, comprehensively. It is essential reading.”
Tom Goodman-Hill, Emmy Award-nominated actor
“Breathe and mindfulness not only calms us, fosters our imagination and intuition but connects us to each other and the audience. Stanislavsky and Mindfulness is a powerful instrument and supplies us with oxygen in the pursuit of a shared experience.”
Kate Fleetwood, Tony and Olivier Awards-nominated actor
“Informative, thought-provoking and inspiring, Stanislavsky and Mindfulness is both a deep dive analysis and much-needed practical guide into Stanislavsky’s system and how through that we may hold actors and artists in training mindfully.”
Lisa Spirling, Artistic Director, Theatre Royal Stratford East, London
ISBN: 9781032847603
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 453g
200 pages