Quote of the day: “Acting is reacting” (Stella Adler)

By Webmaster

  •  

    “Acting is reacting”

    (Stella Adler)

     

     

     

     

     

    _____________________________________________________________________________________

    Stella Adler (February 10, 1901 – December 21, 1992) became one of the most influential teachers of acting theory, an influence that spread with the founding of her school, the Stella Adler Studio for Acting, along with other schools that have been opened to teach her methods. Her influence was further spread with her authorship of several books, including The Technique of Acting and The Art of Acting, as well as the popularity of her methods, which built upon the teachings of Constantin Stanislavski and was influenced by her work at the renowned Group Theatre.

    Said Adler:

    “You have to understand your best. Your best isn’t Barrymore’s best or Olivier’s best or my best, but your own. Every person has his norm. And in that norm every person is a star. Olivier could stand on his head and still not be you. Only you can be you. What a privilege! Nobody can reach what you can if you do it. So, do it. We need your best, your voice, your body. We don’t need for you to imitate anybody, because that would be second best. And second best is no better than your worst.”

    _____________________________________________________________________________________

    Recommended Posts

  • Ad

  • 10 Notable Michael B. Jordan Quotes

    10 Notable Michael B. Jordan Quotes (By Carmichael Phillips) Michael B. Jordan is an American actor known for his roles in various films and television series. He rose to prominence for his portrayal…

    10 Inspirational quotes by Tom Cruise

    10 Inspirational quotes by Tom Cruise (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) Tom Cruise is an American actor and producer who gained worldwide fame for his roles in numerous blockbuster films. He was born on…

    What does Nicole Kidman say about acting

    What Does Nicole Kidman Say About Acting “To be an actor, you have to know yourself really well.” (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) Nicole Kidman, known for her insightful perspectives on acting, has shared…

    What Does Meryl Streep Say About Acting?

    What Does Meryl Streep Say About Acting? Here are a few notable quotes and sentiments (By Carmichael Phillips) (Meryl Streep) Meryl Streep, widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of her generation,…

    What Does Leonardo DiCaprio Say About Acting?

    What Does Leonardo DiCaprio Say About Acting? Here are a few notable quotes and sentiments (By Carmichael Phillips) Leonardo DiCaprio, an acclaimed actor with a diverse range of roles and numerous accolades, has…

  • Ad

  • How Tom Cruise Got into Acting

    How Tom Cruise Got into Acting A look at his journey into showbusiness (By Carmichael Phillips) Tom Cruise, one of Hollywood’s most iconic and enduring actors, began his remarkable journey into acting with…

    12 Inspirational Quotes by Morgan Freeman

    12 Inspirational Quotes by Morgan Freeman “Sometimes things always look darkest just before the dawn.” ~ Morgan Freeman (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) “I always tell my kids if you lay down, people will…

    25 Great Quotes About Acting

    25 Great Quotes About Acting These quotes serve as poignant reminders of the depth, vulnerability, and magic that acting embodies (By Carmichael Phillips) (Photo: Patrick Fore | Unsplash) Acting, often dubbed the art…

  • Ad

  • 14 Inspirational Quotes by Stella Alder

    14 Inspirational Quotes by Stella Alder Her powerful advice to actors… (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) (Stella Adler) “No actor is a success unless he feels inside himself, as long as he lives, that…

    11 Inspirational Quotes by Meryl Streep

    11 Inspirational Quotes by Meryl Streep “Keep going. Start by starting.” ~ Meryl Streep (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) “The great gift of human beings is that we have the power of empathy. Empathy…

    15 Inspirational Quotes by Robert De Niro

    15 Inspirational Quotes by Robert De Niro His powerful advice to actors… (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) Go for your dreams… “Time goes on. So whatever you’re going to do, do it. Do it…

    Nicolas Cage’s Best Acting Advice

    Nicolas Cage’s Best Acting Advice Inspirational quotes by Nicolas Cage (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) “Actors, their greatest tool, their greatest resource is imagination. You can take things, powerful objects, you can recruit your…

    Ann Dowd: “Celebrate the small victories.”

    Ann Dowd: “Celebrate the small victories.” (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) “All I ever wanted was a successful career as an actress.” “I look at all these wonderful actors who are out of work,…

  • Ad

  • Morgan Freeman: | ‘Stillness is the hardest thing for actors to do.’

    Morgan Freeman: ‘Stillness is the hardest thing for actors to do.’ Morgan Freeman on the importance of keeping your acting simple (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) “There’s no mystery to it (acting). Nothing more…

    Will Smith: What’s the point of being realistic?”

    Will Smith: What’s the point of being realistic?” (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) (Will Smith) “If you say in your mind, ‘It can’t happen,’ you’re DONE! You’re training yourself to not even be able…

    25 Inspirational Quotes by Will Smith

    25 Inspirational Quotes by Will Smith “The first step is you have to say that you can.”   ~Will Smith (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) (Will Smith) On going for your dreams… “You have to…

  • Ad

  • 25 Inspirational Quotes by Denzel Washington

    25 Inspirational Quotes by Denzel Washington “If you don’t fail, you’re not even trying.”  ~Denzel Washington (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) (Denzel Washington in Fences) On failure… “Fail big! Today’s the beginning of the…

    Ryan Gosling Describes the Impossible Gauntlet That Every Actor Must Survive

    Ryan Gosling Describes the Impossible Gauntlet That Every Actor Must Survive ‘The percentage of actors achieving that dream is never.’ ~Ryan Gosling (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) (Ryan Gosling) Ryan Gosling may be a…

    How Samuel L. Jackson Prepares His Characters 

    How Samuel L. Jackson Prepares His Characters ‘I read the script and create a biography for myself’ – Samuel L. Jackson (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) (Samuel L. Jackson) Samuel L. Jackson has dozens…

    Viola Davis: | ‘The most powerful question an actor can ask themselves is, Why?’

    Viola Davis: ‘The most powerful question an actor can ask themselves is, Why?’ (Arranged by Carmichael Phillips) (Viola Davis) “Most people will say, ‘Just go out there and do it (become an actor)….

    Sonequa Martin-Green: “Whatever your flaws are, as a person, they will be reflected in your acting.”

    Sonequa Martin-Green: “Whatever your flaws are, as a person, they will be reflected in your acting.” (Sonequa Martin-Green) “The further I go in this business, the more I realize that, the type of…

  • Ad