Meisner Part 1

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Meisner Technique

The principle " There is a world of difference between the actor who is causes authentically to do what his character must do and an actor who only indicates or self generates his actions" is what Mesiner's technique is based. The concept is simple but to execute it effortlessly to make of ones acting reflexes is complex.

Mesiner technique is not exclusively the repetition exercise.

The first year of Meisner; actor learn own acting instrument. The actor will have adressed, drilled, and made himself conscious of all the elements used when working on a role.

The second year of Meisner; The skills of first year are applied to crafting a role.