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Stella Adler was a renowned American actress, born on February 10, 1901, and passed away on December 21, 1992. She held a significant position in the film and theater industry of the 20th century, known for her exquisite acting skills and profound understanding of the performing arts.

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Famous Stella Adler Quotes

“The actor has to develop his body. The actor has to work on his voice. But the most important thing the actor has to work on is his mind.”

Inspirational Mind Important Body Motivational Actors Voice Acting Important Things Best Acting

Book:Stella Adler - The Art of Acting: preface by Marlon Brando compiled & edited by Howard Kissel

Source: Stella Adler - The Art of Acting: preface by Marlon Brando compiled & edited by Howard Kissel

“It's not important to know who you are. It's important to know what you do, and then to do it like hercules!”

Knows Life Important Identity Who You Are

Author:Stella Adler

“When you stand on the stage you must have a sense that you are addressing the whole world, and that what you say is so important the whole world must listen.”

World Important Whole Acting Stage Whole World Best Acting Stage Acting

Book:Stella Adler - The Art of Acting: preface by Marlon Brando compiled & edited by Howard Kissel

Source: Stella Adler - The Art of Acting: preface by Marlon Brando compiled & edited by Howard Kissel

“The most important thing you can teach actors is to understand plays.”

Important Play Actors Teach Important Things Theatre

Author:Stella Adler

About the Author

Born: February 10, 1901
Died: December 21, 1992
Known for: Actress
Quotes: 55

Books & Sources

Stella Adler - The Art of Acting: preface by Marlon Brando compiled & edited by Howard KisselRelated source material

Stella Adler on America's Master Playwrights: Eugene O'Neill, Thornton Wilder, Clifford Odets, William Saroyan, Tennessee Williams, William Inge, Arthur Miller, Edward AlbeeRelated source material

The Art of ActingRelated source material

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and ChekhovRelated source material

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