As one of the most well-known names in theatre history, Konstantin Stanislavskyâs teachings on actor training have endured throughout the decades, influencing scholars and practitioners even in the present day. This second edition of Konstantin Stanislavsky combines: an overview of Stanislavskyâs life and work, including recent discoveries an assessment of his widely read text, An Actor Prepares (1936) with comparisons to Benedettiâs 2008 translation, An Actorâs Work detailed commentary of the key 1898 production of The Seagull an indispensable set of practical exercises for actors, teachers and directors. As a first step towards critical understanding, and as an initial ex- ploration before going on to further, primary research, Routledge Performance Practitioners are unbeatable value for todayâs student.