Collects advice, quotes, essays and observations from hundreds of famous actors and highly regarded teachers covering the art and history of acting. Entertaining and informative, it is organised into clear chapters such as On Why We Act', 'On Gender Differences' and 'Ageing in the Business'. From art and technique to business and lifestyle, entries include fascinating anecdotes and advice from stars such as Meryl Streep, Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, Jack Nicholson and Paul Newman.'
The Quotable Actor : 1001 Pearls of Wisdom from Actors Talking About Acting
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Damon DiMarco is the author of the oral history collections Tower Stories: An Oral History of 9/11 and Heart of War: Soldiers’ Voices from the Front Lines in Iraq, as well as the coauthor of The Actor’s Art and Craft with William Esper. DiMarco has taught acting and directing in the theater arts department of Drew University. As an actor, he has appeared in TV programs, commercials, independent films, and regional theater. He lives in New York City.