On Acting: A Handbook for Today's Unique American Actor

On Acting is written to support a new generation of actors/acting teachers by coupling fresh ideas and new approaches with the best proven methods and practices. It is written primarily for the contemporary American actor and it strives to address the acting process with an eye toward the performance culture and requirements that exist today. It is a book for the new twenty-first century artist—the serious practical artist who seeks to pursue a career that is both fulfilling and viable.

“It's about time this rational, actor-centric, and systematic approach to acting theory was made widely available to the many young (and old) artists who haven't had the benefit of learning from Steven Breese directly.”
- Danny Devlin, Professional Actor/Former Student

"I believe I have already mentioned many of the strong points. Yes, I would definitely like to use this book in Acting II and maybe in Acting I.  It is a book that is similar enough to satisfy those professors who like a very traditional approach to training, yet different enough to add excitement to the training process with professional examples and great exercises."
- James R. Hartman, Schoolcraft College

"... [the exercises are] easy to follow and to visualize."
- Bette Pettigrew, Johnson County Community College

Steven Breese has enjoyed a national and international acting, directing, and playwriting career that has spanned more than 30 years. He is currently serving as Dean of the College of Arts & Humanities at Christopher Newport University.