The Art of Teaching Acting

Forty years after the release of his groundbreaking debut, The Actors Audition Manual, a book that became a trusted “bible” for performers around the world, master teacher Dean Carey returns with his most ambitious work yet: The Art of Teaching Acting.

This long-awaited field manual distils Carey’s 43 years of international experience into a clear, practical, step-by-step guide for drama and acting teachers at every level. Drawing on his powerful teaching philosophy and the acclaimed methodology of Actors Centre Australia (ACA), which he founded in 1987, Carey shows how to ignite engagement, foster a culture of achievement, and unlock the full creative potential of every student.

Inside, readers will find inspiring insights, game-changing distinctions, and Carey’s top 15 classroom exercises: proven tools that will launch students into bold, fresh territory and transform the way they work.

“Teaching is one of the most extraordinary roles anyone can take on. It’s an honour and a privilege to work with students to unlock their potential and allow them to hold a bigger picture of who they are and what they can achieve. In this book I share my core beliefs, values and strategies to support and enliven teachers and teaching everywhere.”
— Dean Carey