Introduction to Stanislavski

During this course we are going to focus on Stanislavski’s system. The aim is to get to know and explore different elements of the system such as emotional memory, magic ‘if’, given circumstances and others. We will do thrilling exercises, improvisations and work with text.

This intensive course will combine practical and theoretical knowledge. No prior acting experience is required.

Arina Merzliakova

Arina is a theatre practitioner. She was born in Saint-Petersburg, where she achieved Bachelor (Hons) in Drama and Screen Acting (mostly applying Stanislavski's system in her performances). During her studies, she was engaged in leading workshops and had a variety of roles in theatre and different TV projects. From 2019 moved to the UK and in 2021 graduated as a Master of Arts in Acting from University of East London. 

Since January 2022, Arina has taken part in different UK and American productions and shared…