Art and spirituality
anthroposophic influences on Michael Chekhov’s technique
Abstract
This article focuses on the influences of Anthroposophy on Michael Chekhov's theatrical technique, aiming to broaden the understanding of the role of spirituality in both approaches. Therefore, it unfolds on the notions of Anthroposophy as physical, etheric and astral bodies; physical and supersensible worlds; imagination; meditation; Gesture of the Soul and Eurythmy, seeking to identify resonances in Chekhov's systematization for acting.
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