Respect for Acting, hardcover

The Classic Book on Acting

Since it was first published in 1973, Uta Hagen's Respect for Acting has been a must-read for acting students. Uta Hagen, a famous acting teacher at the Herbert Berghof Studio, worked with many well-known actors like Robert DeNiro and Whoopi Goldberg.

In this book, Hagen explains the techniques that professional actors use to make their acting great. This updated edition includes a new introduction by Katie Finneran and keeps the original foreword by David Hyde Pierce. It also adds information about HB Studio, a famous New York acting school, and an excerpt from Hagen's autobiography SOURCES.

Actors who read this book will learn physical, verbal, and emotional exercises to help them connect with their characters. The book offers specific exercises to help actors solve common problems, like staying in the moment and developing their roles over time.

Respect for Acting is perfect for actors and audiences who value honesty in the creative process. This updated edition of the classic book will help actors of all levels improve their craft.

• Discover the acting book that has shaped theater performances for decades.


• Learn about the history of the Herbert Berghof Studio, a top New York acting school.


• Practice acting with clear exercises and instructions.


• Explore the deep questions that come up when actors fully become their characters.

Actors at any stage of their career will appreciate this beautiful new edition of Respect for Acting.