Conversations with K. Stanislavsky, recorded by Kora Antarova. Theatre is the art of reflecting life...

Conversations with Konstantin Sergeyevich Stanislavsky were recorded between 1918 and 1922 in the studio of the Bolshoi Theatre by his student Kora Antarova, a renowned opera singer. This collection of sayings, thoughts, and teachings of the theatrical maestro, which he shared with his students, reflects his philosophy. Antarova endeavored to accurately convey the atmosphere that prevailed during classes—a spirit of universal love for art, openness, warmth, and mutual respect. Through the utterances of Konstantin Sergeyevich, his relationship with the theatre, the actor, the audience, and everything surrounding him is revealed. The principles, carefully selected and transmitted to the students, are useful both for actors and for those not connected to the world of art. Here you will find reflections on philosophical topics, practical advice, an explanation of the structure of theatrical life, as well as an explanation of the methods of the famous Stanislavsky system and the revelation of creative secrets.