Robert Lewis
Robert Lewis (1909 – 1997) was an American actor, director, teacher, author and founder of the Actors Studio in New York in 1947. In addition to his accomplishments on Broadway and in Hollywood, Lewis' greatest and longest lasting contribution to American theater may be the role he played as one of the foremost acting and directing teachers of his day. He was an early proponent of the Stanislavski System of acting technique and a founding member of New York's revolutionary Group Theatre in the 1930s. In the 1970s, he was the Head of the Yale School of Drama Acting and Directing Departments.
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Who is Robert Lewis?+
Robert Lewis (1909–1997) was an American actor, director, and teacher who co-founded the Actors Studio in 1947 and was a key figure in the 1930s Group Theatre.
What is Robert Lewis known for?+
He is primarily recognized for his seminal work as a theater educator and director, particularly for his role in adapting and teaching the Stanislavski System of acting in America.
Which institution is Robert Lewis most associated with?+
He is most closely associated with the Actors Studio, which he co-founded, as well as the Group Theatre and the Yale School of Drama, where he led the acting and directing departments.
