Patricia Heaton
Born in 1958
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William Esper was a renowned acting teacher and proponent of the Meisner technique.
He founded the William Esper Studio in New York City, where he taught for over 50 years.
Esper studied directly under Sanford Meisner and became one of the foremost authorities on the Meisner approach.
He authored two books on acting, including "The Actor's Guide to Creating a Character," which distills his teaching methodology.
Esper's influence extended beyond his studio, as he trained numerous successful actors and helped shape modern acting pedagogy.
His teaching style was known for its practicality and emphasis on truthful, spontaneous performance.
