Alla Nazimova quotes

Alla Nazimova was a Russian-American actress, filmmaker, and theater producer, renowned for her bold performances on stage and screen. A pioneering figure in early Hollywood, she was also influential in introducing experimental theater techniques to the American stage. She left a lasting legacy as a trailblazer for women and LGBTQ+ artists in the entertainment industry. Here are 2 of her quotes:

The actor should not play a part. Like the Aeolian harps that used to be hung in the trees to be played only by the breeze, the actor should be an instrument played upon by the character he depicts. (Alla Nazimova)
Sincerity and the correct use of the voice are the greatest things in the art of acting. View quote
Alla Nazimova

Alla Nazimova

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Occupation: American Actress
Born: June 3, 1879
Died: July 13, 1945
Quotes count: 2

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