The Science Of Acting Av Sam Kogan, Helen (The Academy Of The Science Of Acting And Directing Uk) Kogan

<P></P><P>What is good acting? How does one create believable characters? How can an actor understand a character if they do not understand themselves?</P><P>In <EM>The Science of Acting,</EM> Sam Kogan uses his theories on the relationship between neuroscience, psychology and acting to answer these questions. Practical exercises provide a step-by-step guide to developing an actor''s ability, culminating in Ten Steps to Creating a Character.</P><P>He presents the reader with a groundbreaking understanding of the subconscious and how it can be applied to their acting. The author''s highly original perspective on Stanislavski''s teaching gives readers a unique insight into their character''s minds.</P><P>Sam Kogan studied at the Moscow Institute of Theatre Arts (now the Russian Academy of Theatre Arts) under the tutelage of Professor Maria Knebel. He established <EM>The Science of Acting</EM>, a complete stand-alone technique.</P><P>Helen Kogan is the chair and former principal of <EM>Th