Мастерство режиссёра. Сборник статей режиссёров советского театра.
Москва: Искусство, 1956.
460 с. Твёрдый издательский переплёт, слегка увеличенный формат. Состояние: Хорошее.
***
The Craft of the Director: A Collection of Articles by Soviet Theater Directors (Mastersvo rezhissera).
Moscow: Iskusstvo, 1956.
460 pp. Publisher’s hardcover, slightly enlarged format. Condition: Good.
Description
Published in 1956, during the transformative "Thaw" period in Soviet culture, this volume is a seminal collection of theoretical and practical insights from the masters of the Soviet stage. Released by the "Iskusstvo" publishing house, it serves as a bridge between the rigid traditions of the early 20th century and the revitalized theatrical language of the mid-50s.
The book features in-depth articles by a "Who's Who" of Soviet directing, including Nikolay Okhlopkov, famous for his avant-garde staging and use of space; Alexei Dikiy, known for his powerful character-driven realism; and Mikhail Yanshin, a luminary of the Moscow Art Theatre (МХАТ). These directors discuss the nuances of the Stanislavski system, the ethics of the rehearsal room, the visual composition of a scene, and the director's responsibility toward the playwright's intent.
Beyond its pedagogical value, this collection is a historical document that captures the professional philosophy of a generation that lived through the most turbulent years of Russian theater. It remains a foundational text for drama students, theater historians, and practitioners looking to understand the psychological and technical roots of the Russian school of directing.