Sources: A Memoir

by Uta Hagen

Uta Hagen, one of the great ladies of the American theatre has written a deeply personal memoir of her life, from her childhood in Germany to the present. Sources is Miss Hagen's lyrical account of the special ways love of nature is intertwined with love of art in her life, providing a rare glimpse of the off-stage life of an actress. Originally published in 1983, this book is republished in 2019 with a foreword by Uta's daughter, Leticia Ferrer, and her grand-daughter Teresa Teuscher to whom Uta dedicated the book.

135 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1982

Reviews

[Jakob]

I just finished listening to "Sources: A Memoir" by Uta Hagen, and it was a genuine treat! It's like you're sitting down with this amazing, legendary actress, and she's telling her life story. You really get a feel for how her deep love for nature was totally woven into her whole journey as an artist.

The audiobook is fantastic, by the way. Suzanne Toren, the narrator, is incredible. She brings Hagen's words to life in such a way that you're completely drawn in, feeling every nuance and emotion. It's not just a reading; it's like a performance in itself!

The book gives you this really personal look at Hagen's life off-stage, which is so fascinating. You hear about the experiences and passions that fueled her incredible artistry. And the cool thing is, even though it was written a while back, they've added a biography of Hagen to this audio version, so you get the whole picture. I'm telling you, it's a must-listen for any fan of acting or anyone who just appreciates a great story!