Library: Theatre Studies / Drama: Naturalism/Realism

Overview - Realism

An overview of the development of realism in theatre, with reference to Chekhov and Stanislavski.
A brief summary of the emergence of realism and naturalism in theatre history, including information on writers and theatre practitioners.

Anton Chekov - Theatre Database

Anton Chekov - Details and Biography - Theatre Database
HE most important dramatist which Russia has so far produced is Anton Chekhov (1860-1904), a physician of Moscow who left, besides many fine short stories, a few dramas which are strikingly original. Chekhov combined a naturalistic method with a philosophic mind and a humanitarian gentleness of temper. At least four of his plays --......

Introduction to Andrew Upton’s adaption of The Cherry Orchard

Acting in The Cherry Orchard

Chekov - Articles and Background Information

Stanislavski

Stanislavski

Developed in the early 20th century at the Moscow Art Theater by Constantin Stanislavski, the Stanislavski method of acting is a set of techniques meant to create realistic portrayals of characters. The major goal of the Stanislavski method is to have a perfect understanding of the motivations, obstacles, and objectives of a character in each moment.

Stanislavsky Method Acting
Stanislavsky Method Acting is conscious and professional approach to acting. When it is mastered it gives an actor exceptional possibilities for achieving creative results in the field of dramatic art.
It was developed by Konstantin Stanislavsky (1863 - 1938) – a Russian actor, theatre director, teacher and co-founder of the famous Moscow Art Theatre.
Stanislavski - Study Guide - Life and Career
A comprehensive study guide on the life and career of Stanislavski, his training methods for naturalistic acting.
Stanislavski’s legacy
A summary of Stanislavski’s legacy for theatre, and the methodology for physical actions and emotional memory.
Theory of Actions and Objectives
An analysis of the theory and practice of actions, objectives and opposing objectives.
Stanislavski - Main Method Principles
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A “cheat sheet” style overview of the main principles of Stanislavski’s Method.
Method Acting techniques
Method Acting techniques and exercises from Stanislavski and Strasberg.
Physical and vocal exercises
Physical and vocal exercises to aid developing a character.
Overview of naturalism and realism in acting
Overview of naturalism and realism in acting, in regards to Ibsen’s The Doll’s House
Characteristics of realism and naturalism
An overview of the characteristics of realism and naturalism in acting, and the differences between them.
Stanislavski’s techniques
In this essay Stanislavski’s techniques are examined in terms of its impact naturalistic and realistic styles of acting.