Drama An Actors Education

John Lithgow's memoir recounts his childhood in the theater world, working on his father Arthur Lithgow's productions, his education at Harvard and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, and his early career on stage including Broadway and Shakespearean roles.

It details pivotal experiences like working backstage for Marcel Marceau and his transition from aspiring artist to dedicated actor, up to around 1980.

The book pays tribute to his father's influence and explores the passion, struggles, and discoveries of a young actor's life.