On Actors and the Art of Acting

""On Actors and the Art of Acting"" is a book written by George Henry Lewes, a prominent Victorian era philosopher and critic. The book is a collection of essays and articles written by Lewes on the topic of acting and the art of performance. Lewes discusses various aspects of acting, including the psychology of the actor, the importance of naturalness and sincerity in performance, and the role of the audience in the theatrical experience. He also examines the works of notable actors and actresses of his time, such as Sarah Siddons and Edmund Kean, and provides critical analysis of their performances. Throughout the book, Lewes emphasizes the importance of the actor's craft and the dedication required to achieve excellence in performance. He also explores the relationship between the actor and the audience, and the ways in which a skilled performer can engage and captivate their viewers. Overall, ""On Actors and the Art of Acting"" offers a unique perspective on the world of theater and performance, and provides valuable insights for actors, directors, and theater enthusiasts alike.1875. This volume contains a collection of articles written by Lewes at different periods, but with the purpose of directing attention not simply to the fact that Acting is an Art, but that, like all other Arts, it is obstructed by a mass of unsystemised opinion, calling itself criticism. Contents: Edmund Kean; Charles Kean; Rachel; Macready; Farren; Charles Mathews; Frederic Lemaitre; The two Keeleys; Shakespeare as Actor and Critic; On Natural Acting; Foreign Actors on our Stage; The Drama in Paris. 1865; The Drama in Germany. 1867; The Drama in Spain. 1867; and First Impressions of Salvini. 1875. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.