"Actor creates with his body and soul. He knows nothing of a colorless truth."
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About Michael Chekhov
Michael Chekhov (1891-1955) was a Russian-American actor, director, and theatre practitioner. He was a nephew of the playwright Anton Chekhov and developed his own unique acting technique known as the 'Chekhov technique.' Chekhov was a prominent figure in the world of theatre, with his teachings focusing on the psychological and spiritual aspects of acting, emphasizing imagination, relaxation, and transformation of the body.
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