Joshua Logan

Joshua Logan's journey in the world of theatre began during his time at Princeton University, where he started directing plays and worked with notable actors such as Henry Fonda and James Stewart. His academic pursuits were put on hold as he accompanied a classmate to Russia to study the renowned acting technique of Konstantin Stanislavski, the inventor of "method acting". Stanislavski, a pioneer in his field, imparted valuable wisdom to Logan, emphasizing the importance of individual creativity and self-discovery, rather than simply following established methods. Logan took these words to heart, going on to write and direct numerous plays and films, of which he was particularly proud. His personal life was marked by a second marriage to the widow of actor Walter Connolly, who was nine years his senior. Logan's remarkable career was capped off by the publication of his autobiography in 1976, and he passed away in 1988, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of theatre.