Any student of acting must begin by reawakening his or her ability to play like a child. The Natural Actor focuses on stimulating this ability using simple, natural, easily understood techniques. First, readers train their instruments: body, voice, mind, and spirit. The trained instrument is then used to practice the craft of acting through games, improvisation, and open scenes.

Aristotle observed that acting is an innate part of human nature. The Natural Actor gives readers the emotional guidance and practical tools needed to rediscover that innate ability.