Forthcoming

Forthcoming

The In-depth Investigation into ‘Realism’ in Performance Practices

Publisher

Guangxi Normal University Press

Type

Book Chapter in an Edited Volume

What does it truly mean to “act real” on stage?

This book chapter presents an in-depth study of realism in contemporary theatre, examining how Stanislavski-based techniques intersect with traditional Chinese opera aesthetics.


Key Insights:

Comparative Analysis: How do Western realism techniques translate in a Chinese theatrical context?

Actor Interviews: Featuring first-hand insights from leading Chinese performers.

Bridging Cultures: Investigating how Chinese opera’s aesthetic principles and Stanislavski’s realism inform each other.


Coming Soon…

Acting Coach · Researcher  

Visiting Research Associate Professor,

The Central Academy of Drama, China

Shaoyuan Qi

Recognitions & Rewards

Second Prize, International Theatre Academy Awards (2022)

‘A Radical Rethink of Stanislavski’s Communication,’ TDPT (2024)

Endorsed by British Academy under the UK Global Talent Scheme (2023)

Copyright © 2025 Shaoyuan Qi

Acting Coach · Researcher  

Visiting Research Associate Professor,

The Central Academy of Drama, China

Shaoyuan Qi

Recognitions & Rewards

Second Prize, International Theatre Academy Awards (2022)

‘A Radical Rethink of Stanislavski’s Communication,’ TDPT (2024)

Endorsed by British Academy under the UK Global Talent Scheme (2023)

Copyright © 2025 Shaoyuan Qi

Acting Coach · Researcher  

Visiting Research Associate Professor,

The Central Academy of Drama, China

Shaoyuan Qi

Recognitions & Rewards

Second Prize, International Theatre Academy Awards (2022)

‘A Radical Rethink of Stanislavski’s Communication,’ TDPT (2024)

Endorsed by British Academy under the UK Global Talent Scheme (2023)

Copyright © 2025 Shaoyuan Qi

Forthcoming

The In-depth Investigation into ‘Realism’ in Performance Practices

Publisher

Guangxi Normal University Press

Type

Book Chapter in an Edited Volume

What does it truly mean to “act real” on stage?

This book chapter presents an in-depth study of realism in contemporary theatre, examining how Stanislavski-based techniques intersect with traditional Chinese opera aesthetics.


Key Insights:

Comparative Analysis: How do Western realism techniques translate in a Chinese theatrical context?

Actor Interviews: Featuring first-hand insights from leading Chinese performers.

Bridging Cultures: Investigating how Chinese opera’s aesthetic principles and Stanislavski’s realism inform each other.


Coming Soon…

Acting Coach · Researcher  

Visiting Research Associate Professor,

The Central Academy of Drama, China

Shaoyuan Qi

Recognitions & Rewards

Second Prize, International Theatre Academy Awards (2022)

‘A Radical Rethink of Stanislavski’s Communication,’ TDPT (2024)

Endorsed by British Academy under the UK Global Talent Scheme (2023)

Copyright © 2025 Shaoyuan Qi

Acting Coach · Researcher  

Visiting Research Associate Professor,

The Central Academy of Drama, China

Shaoyuan Qi

Recognitions & Rewards

Second Prize, International Theatre Academy Awards (2022)

‘A Radical Rethink of Stanislavski’s Communication,’ TDPT (2024)

Endorsed by British Academy under the UK Global Talent Scheme (2023)

Copyright © 2025 Shaoyuan Qi