Sanford Meisner

Sanford Meisner was a renowned American actor and acting teacher who developed the Meisner technique, a method focused on "living truthfully under imaginary circumstances." Born in 1905, Meisner began his career as an actor before transitioning to teaching.

He taught at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre in New York City for over 50 years, influencing generations of actors.

Meisner's approach emphasizes emotional honesty, improvisation, and reacting genuinely to one's acting partners.

His technique diverged from the popular "method acting" of his contemporaries, focusing instead on the present moment and imaginative circumstances.

Meisner's impact on acting pedagogy remains significant, with his teachings continuing to influence actors and theater programs worldwide.