About the Book:

A collection of over 125 acting exercises and techniques that are based on journal excerpts and dialogues from actual classes taught by Eric Morris. These exercises teach the actor to systematically eliminate his or her instrumental obstacles — tensions, fears, inhibitions and emotional blocks — and explore the being state, where the actor does no more and no less than what he or she feels. It also contains a step-by step explanation of sense memory. Complete with photographs of actors involved in the process. Co-authored by Joan Hotchkis, with excerpts from her journal.

What people say:

"If you want to be still and full, Eric teaches 'The Stuff' — No one is more zealous in his pursuit of the work than [Eric Morris]." — Jack Nicholson

"When I read a book by… Eric Morris called No Acting Please, it put it all in perspective for me." Johnny Depp on Inside The Actors Studio

About the Author:

Eric Morris, one of the most sought-after acting coaches in the US, has been teaching acting for over 50 years. He began his involvement in theatre at Northwestern University, where he graduated with a degree in Dramatic Arts. Also an actor, he has played more than a hundred roles on stage, on television and in films. Eric's techniques are rooted in the Method, yet they distinctly represent his own approach. He lives and teaches in Los Angeles but also travels regularly to other cities to conduct workshops.