Quote by Minnie Maddern Fiske, Mrs. Fiske

The essence of acting is the conveyance of truth through the medium of the actor's mind and person. The science of acting deals with the perfecting of that medium.

The essence of acting is the conveyance of truth through the

Summary

This quote emphasizes the core idea of acting: the actor's ability to convey truth through their mind and physical presence. It suggests that acting is not only about superficially pretending but about reaching a deeper level of authenticity and believability. The quote also highlights the importance of honing the actor's skills and techniques, emphasizing that acting is both an art and a science that requires constant refinement and improvement of the actor's "medium" â€“ their mind and body.

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By Minnie Maddern Fiske, Mrs. Fiske

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