Sir John Gielgud était un acteur et metteur en scène anglais, réputé pour son élégance scénique et sa profonde connexion avec le répertoire classique. Il était particulièrement célèbre pour son exquise diction des vers, sa voix chaleureuse et expressive étant souvent comparée à une "trompette d'argent étouffée de soie". Ses performances lui ont valu une reconnaissance internationale précoce, consolidant son héritage en tant que figure distinguée des arts du spectacle. La maîtrise de Gielgud lui a valu une reconnaissance significative sur de multiples plateformes de prix prestigieuses.
Classic / British English This great story is set against the background of the French Revolution. Two men -- one French, one English, but very similar in appearance -- are in love with the same woman. The three of them, like the people of France, are faced with the dangers of life at a time when the guillotine never rests.
This autobiography offers an intimate glimpse into the life of Sir John Gielgud, one of the twentieth century's most celebrated actors, through his candid letters. Spanning eight decades, Gielgud's correspondence reveals his journey from an aspiring performer to a renowned figure in film and theater, including his iconic roles in "Arthur," "Gandhi," and "Shine." The selected two hundred letters, starting with heartfelt notes to his mother, showcase his personal thoughts and experiences, providing a unique perspective on his illustrious career.
From the London ÊSunday TelegraphÊ: ÊActing ShakespeareÊ is extraordinary. The tone of the voice is unmistakably Sir John's the atmosphere congenial. We're in the company of our greatest actor who holds in his hands the last links of a chain of tradition leading to Shakespeare himself ... this book is crucial for anyone who believes that Shakespeare on the stage should be Shakespeare at his greatest ... Gielgud is by turns wise witty and wicked but unfailingly modest.
Preface by Sir John GielgudForeword by Joshua LoganThis clearly written guide to the Stanislavski method has long been a favorite among students and teachers of acting. Now, in light of books and articles recently published in the Soviet Union, Sonia Moore has made revisions that include a new section on the subtext of a role. She provides detailed explanations of all the methods that actors in training have found indispensable for more than twenty years. Designed to create better actors, this guide will put individuals in touch with themselves and increase personal sensitivity as well.
This short biography of William Shakespeare by world famous writer Bill Bryson brims with the author's inimitable wit and intelligence.
In "An Actor and His Time" John Gielgud tells the story of his life in the theatre - a story already enjoyed by millions of radio listeners and which tells of the plays he starred in and directed, and of the actors and actresses he knew. And, as the curtain rises on Ellen Terry, on Sarah Bernhardt, on Mrs Patrick Campbell, Sir Ralph Richardson, Richard Burton and many others, sixty glorious years of British theatre unfold before our eyes.