Uta Hagen
1919 - 2004
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Quotes
Biography
Uta Hagen was a renowned German-American actress and acting teacher. She was born in Germany in 1919 and later moved to the United States. Hagen made significant contributions to the world of theater through her innovative acting techniques and as a pioneer in actor training. She became famous for her roles on Broadway and her influential book 'Respect for Acting,' which is considered a classic in the field.
Famous Quotes (5)
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We must overcome the notion that we must be regular. It robs you of the chance to be extraordinary and leads you to the mediocre.
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The actor must constantly remember that he is on the stage for the sake of the public.
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It is essential to know that the harder you work, the better you get, but that hard work should be based on good coaching.
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Creativity is the projection of reality and our personal response to it.
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Observation and imitation are so often mistaken for each other that people argue about their relative importance.