Naomi Reiter

Method Man: "You Can Act!" Author Shares What Acting Is, Who He Taught

Method acting. I picture Shatner in deep contemplation wearing a polyester bodysuit. But many of the greats employed it, from Broadway to Hollywood, to tap into their shadows and create believable characters.

The process was introduced to America in the 30s by Sandford Meisner, who adapted it from Konstantin Stanislavsky's methods, and this version is still taught today by D.W. Brown, left, at The Joanne Baron/D.W. Brown Studio.

Acting!

For most non-actors, it's hard to imagine how the process works—to pretend to be someone else. How do you begin the process of making someone an actor? What is it to be an actor?

Acting Coach to Stars Shares all in Book

For most non-actors, it's hard to imagine how the process works—to pretend to be someone else. What is it to be an actor? Does it require continuing education? What celebrities were surprise stars? Can a book teach you how to act? Check back next week for an exclusive interview with acting coach to the stars D.W. Brown.