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    The Benefits of Learning the Meisner
    Technique as an Actor

    Nerd VoicesBy Nerd VoicesSeptember 26, 20225 Mins Read
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    The Meisner Technique has been regarded as the gold standard for acting training for several decades now. Despite its popularity, though, it’s still not widely known. The Meisner Technique is an acting technique that was developed by Sanford Meisner in the ‘60s. It focuses on training actors to respond naturally and spontaneously to other actors rather than rehearse pre-planned dialogues or practice monologues and speeches. By doing so, it helps the actors develop their characters, increase their empathy towards others, and become more honest and natural performers. With a lot of acting techniques out there today, choosing which one is right for you can be understandably challenging. Meisner technique classes are always going to be advisable. 

    What is the Meisner Technique?

    The Meisner Technique is a form of “reality” or “emotion-based” acting that focuses on the present moment. It demands that the actors respond naturally and spontaneously to the environment and other actors and respond to the situation that they find themselves in. The technique is based on the assumption that no one is purely “good” or “bad” but rather that all humans possess both good and bad qualities; and so by tapping into these qualities, actors can more authentically portray the characters they are meant to play. The Technique is often referred to as a “no-nonsense approach” to acting that focuses on the present, the actor’s instinctive impulses, and improvisation rather than on what has happened in the past or what might happen in the future. It is also sometimes referred to as “the work” because it is such a hands-on process that requires a lot of energy and effort from the actors.

    Why Learn the Meisner Technique?

    There are many reasons why actors should learn the Meisner Technique. It is a very hands-on technique that enables actors to get out of their heads and get in touch with their instincts. It helps actors to respond and react to one another rather than analyzing words and lines. The Technique can be applied to any acting situation or role that an actor may encounter in their profession. It can be applied to film, theater, and even voice-over work.

    How to Train in the Meisner Technique?

    The Meisner Technique is all about connecting with other actors in the scene and responding to their character’s actions. It is also about being completely honest and authentic in the moment and not worrying about what others will think or how you will look in the scene. The actors start out by focusing on themselves and how they feel and respond to others and their surroundings. They are encouraged to pay attention to their instincts and impulses to respond to the situation and other actors. As the exercise progresses, the actors start to respond and react to each other and the other person’s actions. The goal is to make the exercise as real and as spontaneous as possible. The most important thing to remember when training with the Meisner Technique is that “you’re not trying to act, you’re trying to be real.” Because of this, the scenes can get very emotional and intense. The actors are encouraged to be truthful and honest in their actions and reactions. The goal is to respond and react as naturally as possible and to let their emotions flow.

    3 Important Lessons from the Meisner Technique

    Be Present

    The first thing that actors learn when training with the Meisner Technique is that they must be present. They must be in the moment and focus on what is happening at that precise moment. This can be very challenging and difficult because being present often means that the actors let go of their thoughts and worries about what happened in the past or what might happen in the future. Instead, they are encouraged to be completely focused on the here and now. 

    Let Go of Expectations

    Another important lesson that actors learn when training with the Meisner Technique is to let go of expectations. They learn that an actor’s job is to respond naturally and spontaneously to whatever happens in the scene. It doesn’t matter how many times they have performed the scene or what they have rehearsed; they must respond and react to each situation as if it were the first time that they were doing it. 

    Be Open and Honest

    The last important lesson that actors learn when training with the Meisner Technique is that they must be open and honest. They must let go of any feelings of being ashamed or being afraid of what others will think or say about them. They must let go of any feelings of being self-conscious and open themselves up to the other actor and the other actor’s ideas.

    Conclusion

    The Meisner Technique is a popular acting technique that urges actors to be present in the scene and respond to their surroundings. This technique is very hands-on and is meant to be applied as naturally as possible in order to create more authentic performances. There are many reasons why actors should learn the Meisner Technique and if you decide to train in it, you will learn many valuable lessons such as letting go of expectations and being open and honest. There is no right or wrong way to act, there is only being truthful and letting your emotions flow.

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