Sir John Gielgud fue un actor y director inglés, célebre por su elegante presencia escénica y su profunda conexión con el repertorio clásico. Fue especialmente aclamado por su exquisita declamación de versos, su voz cálida y expresiva a menudo comparada con una "trompeta de plata envuelta en seda". Sus interpretaciones obtuvieron un temprano reconocimiento internacional, consolidando su legado como una figura distinguida en las artes escénicas. La maestría de Gielgud le valió un reconocimiento significativo en múltiples plataformas de premios de prestigio.
"Historia de dos ciudades" de Charles Dickens narra la vida en el siglo XVIII durante la Revolución francesa, contrastando las tranquilas Londres y la caótica París. Esta novela histórica se distingue por su crítica social y su exploración de drásticos cambios en la sociedad. Dickens es reconocido como un maestro del género narrativo.
This autobiography offers an intimate glimpse into the life of Sir John Gielgud, one of the twentieth century's most celebrated actors, through his candid letters. Spanning eight decades, Gielgud's correspondence reveals his journey from an aspiring performer to a renowned figure in film and theater, including his iconic roles in "Arthur," "Gandhi," and "Shine." The selected two hundred letters, starting with heartfelt notes to his mother, showcase his personal thoughts and experiences, providing a unique perspective on his illustrious career.
From the London ÊSunday TelegraphÊ: ÊActing ShakespeareÊ is extraordinary. The tone of the voice is unmistakably Sir John's the atmosphere congenial. We're in the company of our greatest actor who holds in his hands the last links of a chain of tradition leading to Shakespeare himself ... this book is crucial for anyone who believes that Shakespeare on the stage should be Shakespeare at his greatest ... Gielgud is by turns wise witty and wicked but unfailingly modest.
Preface by Sir John GielgudForeword by Joshua LoganThis clearly written guide to the Stanislavski method has long been a favorite among students and teachers of acting. Now, in light of books and articles recently published in the Soviet Union, Sonia Moore has made revisions that include a new section on the subtext of a role. She provides detailed explanations of all the methods that actors in training have found indispensable for more than twenty years. Designed to create better actors, this guide will put individuals in touch with themselves and increase personal sensitivity as well.
This short biography of William Shakespeare by world famous writer Bill Bryson brims with the author's inimitable wit and intelligence.
In "An Actor and His Time" John Gielgud tells the story of his life in the theatre - a story already enjoyed by millions of radio listeners and which tells of the plays he starred in and directed, and of the actors and actresses he knew. And, as the curtain rises on Ellen Terry, on Sarah Bernhardt, on Mrs Patrick Campbell, Sir Ralph Richardson, Richard Burton and many others, sixty glorious years of British theatre unfold before our eyes.