Sanford Meisner

Sanford Meisner was an influential American acting teacher and co-founder of theGroup Theatre in the 1930s. He developed the Meisner Technique, a method focused on genuine emotional connection and authentic responses in acting. Unlike other techniques that emphasize internal thoughts, Meisner's approach encourages actors to engage with their scene partners, honing their instincts through repetitive exercises that cultivate spontaneity and truthfulness in performance. This technique has profoundly impacted modern acting, emphasizing the importance of listening and reacting in real-time, making performances feel more organic and relatable.