How Art Works: Method Acting

Studio 360 | Feb 8, 2011

The phrase "be in the moment" has become a self-help cliche, but it actually comes out of Method acting. The Method, developed from ideas of Constantin Stanislavski, is gospel for American actors. Dmae Roberts spoke with actors and directors in Portland, Oregon to find out what it means to be "in the moment."

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