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Each action of the actor on the stage should be the visible concomitant of his thoughts
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"Each action of the actor on the stage should be the visible concomitant of his thoughts"

- Sarah Bernhardt

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This quote by Sarah Bernhardt is stressing the importance of an actor's physical performance being in sync with their internal ideas and feelings. She is suggesting that a star's body movement and motions need to be a reflection of what they are thinking and feeling. This implies that a star ought to be able to communicate their thoughts and feelings through their physical performance. This is very important since it permits the audience to connect with the character and understand their inspirations and feelings. It likewise permits the star to fully embody the character and bring them to life. By having the star's physical performance match their internal thoughts and sensations, the audience can be fully immersed in the story and the character's journey.

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Sarah Bernhardt This quote is written / told by Sarah Bernhardt between October 22, 1844 and March 26, 1923. She was a famous Actress from France. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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