Science Of Acting

<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>The Academy of Science of Acting and Directing</em> has helped to shape her father's words and work for the publication of this book.</p>