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  • This is an acting lesson for beginners to correct some of the most common mistakes that they make in their auditions and their careers.
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  • @ActingCareerCenter
    @ActingCareerCenter  2 года назад +45

    Download my FREE 10-Step Audition Preparation Guide: www.actingcareercenter.com/cheatsheet

    • @cherylyoung1261
      @cherylyoung1261 2 года назад

      Thanks again for the excellent tips. Yesterday, Chris submitted an audition video and pretended to eat an ice cream bar because the sides said ".. sitting on a rocky outcropping eating an ice cream bar. Stanley speaks as he he eats." Should we have actually gotten an ice cream bar?

    • @shaynestrain5945
      @shaynestrain5945 2 года назад

      Hi I really want to be an actor but don’t know how to really start I feel like acting isn’t such a big thing in Scotland what do you recommend

    • @vaderscomics2574
      @vaderscomics2574 2 года назад

      @@shaynestrain5945 read books(many),memorise lines ,take acting classes,work out (bcz actors are fit),eat healthy food,get out of your comfort zone,work hard,make the most of your day and practice stuff like the ones above daily

    • @samybmoa273
      @samybmoa273 2 года назад +1

      Waoo I have seen you with my favorite actor Brian crynston in jerry And Marge go large!! Walter white
      Am from TANZANIA and I like acting

  • @larrybaskin668
    @larrybaskin668 2 года назад +174

    Thanks Kurt! I'm a 70-year old beginner, trying not to rush...

    • @siennamiel-wb7nl
      @siennamiel-wb7nl 11 месяцев назад +12

      i wish you all the success my friend 🤲🏾❤

    • @sixaxis222
      @sixaxis222 9 месяцев назад +2

      How's it going so far?

    • @noodlesm8282
      @noodlesm8282 4 месяца назад +8

      I’m 68 and have just submitted my first self-tape!🤣 Good luck to both of us ☘️💫

    • @robert_nyc
      @robert_nyc 4 месяца назад +1

      Bravo!

    • @noodlesm8282
      @noodlesm8282 4 месяца назад +9

      Hey Kurt. I landed the part. Rehearsals went well. Start filming on Friday 🙏☘️💫

  • @sabreewowweeanderson9205
    @sabreewowweeanderson9205 2 года назад +211

    Thx Kurt .. This isn't even for "beginners" this is also for people like me that's a seasoned actors but need to remind myself if im getting lazy on my submissions... Keep grinding and hope one day Bruce Willis is gonna make a video saying " This is what it was like working with Kurt Yue" 👍😃

  • @CreativeActorsLab425
    @CreativeActorsLab425 2 года назад +93

    I loved the violin analogy because some of my acting students think they can take one or two acting classes and then will magically get offered the standard rich and famous contract from Netflix or other streaming platforms. Getting an agent is another fallacy that many new actors fall into that I'm glad you covered. As an acting coach - I'm constantly saying AMEN to your words of wisdom!

  • @oscarturner-bd5ft
    @oscarturner-bd5ft Год назад +15

    I’m a Professional Truck driver in my 40’s . I’ve been driving 18 wheelers for 20 years. I want a career change and decided it will be acting. I’m committed to becoming a great actor so Kurt Yue ‘s videos are the first lessons about this industry I’ve came across. Thank you Kurt for these videos ! I Hope to see you on set in the future 😊

    • @rosie6
      @rosie6 Год назад

      Good luck❤!!

  • @aflo333
    @aflo333 2 года назад +31

    I’m so guilty of number 4. I see it as confidence and believing that I can be great, I’m looking at the finish line before I even run the race. I needed to hear that, thank you.

    • @aflo333
      @aflo333 2 года назад +1

      Saw the trailer to your new movie with Brian Cranston, congrats!!

    • @hollywood6257
      @hollywood6257 2 года назад

      are interested to join hollywood

  • @shopforaccesoires
    @shopforaccesoires 2 года назад +11

    I was one of those too quick kind of "career-sprinting" People, but I learned that Experience outranks evereything! Now 7 Months into acting, ive signed with my first Agent! But the last Point really motivated me. No rest when youre winning! Failing really is the quickest way to succeed!

  • @colinemahaut
    @colinemahaut 2 года назад +55

    your second point was so useful to me!! no one has ever mentioned this to me & now that you’ve pointed it out, it’s obvious to NOT pretend for a self tape. as usual, thank you for your expertise 🙏

    • @alybadradoumbouya3761
      @alybadradoumbouya3761 2 года назад +1

      Hello Mister Kurt
      I'm student living in France
      But all my passion is to be an actor and I want to move in America for acting but I don't know how
      how can I get US for acting is that possible to contact a director of casting and make a reservation for My Visa or what should I do
      Please help me about that I really need to get US to make my dreams comes true
      In the meantime time thanks for reading this
      I look forward From hearing you

    • @sushreeswain1554
      @sushreeswain1554 2 года назад

      @@alybadradoumbouya3761 you can work on the US... that'll help you .

    • @DreyNova
      @DreyNova 2 года назад +1

      @@alybadradoumbouya3761 You should audition online for American shows and movies. It's really helpful to have a resume ready and an agent, but you don't have to. I would move to America first, that should probably be the first step. Don't be messy, have everything planned out. You mentioned you're a student, are you over eighteen? If so, moving to America would be the first step. If not, I'd send in online audition tapes. Getting a role won't be easy, so don't be discouraged, Let people in your life know about your dreams. If you get a part, they'll fly you out to the set in the US. Get an acting coach and work for it. Have the right mindset and take baby steps. Lots of love from Wisconsin, USA.

  • @jimjamjon2285
    @jimjamjon2285 2 года назад +15

    That third point was SUPER helpful to know. I haven’t done any auditions yet but I feel like out of nerves I would’ve abruptly ended my scene after my final scene just wanting it to be over with lol so thanks for this tip.

  • @thedoneeye
    @thedoneeye 2 года назад +16

    Since you mentioned not 'pretending' to do things on camera I thought I'd share the time I had to do a spit-take while self taping. I found it much harder than originally thought since I had to 1. Avoid hitting the camera with the mouthful of water I'd sipped. 2. Not choke on said mouthful of water 3. Not *laugh* while performing points 1. and 2. And lastly 4. Properly clean up the area after I was done.
    Didn't get the gig but did learn how to do a spit-take.
    Not sure if I should list that on the 'skills' section of my resume though 😉

  • @ira_kovalenko_uae
    @ira_kovalenko_uae Год назад +9

    today I went for my 3rd audition, printed photo and resume - my confidence skyrocketed from it by itself. The look on the casting crew faces 😮 2 auditions I was so nervous, today - owned it. It keeps getting better 😍

    • @liquidbraino
      @liquidbraino 11 месяцев назад +3

      There's no such thing as a "casting crew". It's called a "casting director".

  • @khaleemaalkainaat8178
    @khaleemaalkainaat8178 Год назад +13

    You are honestly so inspirational. Whenever I feel like quitting and focusing on a boring 9-5 career, I watch your vids because you speak so kindly and offer such good information for us beginner actors. I cannot imagine myself feeling fulfilled not being on stage or in front of the camera. It’s always so exciting becoming someone else to play a character. You saying be patient is exactly what I need to remind myself of. All good things take time, and that pic was literally so perfect for my visual mind. Why make things harder for myself? Thanks for all the quality vids. Can’t wait to see you on set someday!

  • @il927
    @il927 2 года назад +2

    Amazing content from the best acting/film channel on this platform. Feels like at this point he’s my personal teacher. Can’t get enough videos, hope to see you on set one day Kurt!

  • @qidex
    @qidex 2 года назад +10

    I really appreciate how simple to execute these are. It makes it much more helpful. Thank you!

  • @allisongonzalez7087
    @allisongonzalez7087 2 года назад +9

    I started BG here in Atlanta back in 2020 and began acting classes back in August. I just booked my first role on a feature film. It's low budget but I don't care. It's experience and I'm excited!

  • @ShelbyLovesShakespeare
    @ShelbyLovesShakespeare 2 года назад +14

    This video is SO helpful, thank you Kurt! Looking forward to watching the video you mentioned on getting acting experience. I have a lot of stage experience and enough voiceover gigs to be SAG-AFTRA, but definitely need some more screen time as I prepare to dive back into the LA scene full-time. Hope to see you on set one day too ☺

  • @angelablanco6671
    @angelablanco6671 2 года назад +5

    Your acting advice is always super useful! Started watching your videos last year, and thanks to you I'm already taking acting classes and feeling rlly happy about it, so thank you for everything really!

  • @derrickvincent1156
    @derrickvincent1156 2 года назад +4

    I appreciate the last two points where you mentioned trying to advance quickly, and agents. I just graduated from college this past weekend and I’ll be taking your advice!

  • @sherrykear9374
    @sherrykear9374 2 года назад +1

    TYSM, Kurt! You’re so helpful no matter what level you are in your career. I appreciate your passing the knowledge. You are an amazing actor.

  • @FMassi
    @FMassi 2 года назад +6

    I've been doing tiny steps since I started, and sometimes is hard to keep the rithm, but you have to stay focused in those small objectives to achieve the bigger goals.
    I have sixteen and it's difficult to imagine acting as a profession but I still believe in myself an so I try every day.

  • @verbinneny
    @verbinneny 2 года назад +2

    Thank you, Kurt, for your advice! It's both educational and inspirational!

  • @chompable
    @chompable Год назад +1

    I recently got started in acting of sorts because of a new job, and learning about the industry has been so fascinating yet so overwhelming. I stumbled across this video and I'm SO glad I did. Your advice grounded me and reassured me to just have fun and see where you can go. Thank you for this!

  • @rachelwolf5370
    @rachelwolf5370 2 года назад +2

    Great video! Also, huge congratulations on all of your achievements!

  • @deandeluca4388
    @deandeluca4388 2 года назад +1

    Thanks Kurt. I’ll correct on my self tapes. You’re a great instructor of knowledge!

  • @caitlintadlock6164
    @caitlintadlock6164 Год назад +2

    Kurt is so helpful for actors! Thank you for being awesome Kurt! Talent learn so much from you!

  • @gerardbarscheski771
    @gerardbarscheski771 Год назад +2

    Hi Kurt, I just turned 60 and have been in 3 movies each subsequent movie I have had bigger and better roles. I did not know about step 3, although it made sense to me to do that step. Thank you pointing out the 2 business tips. I appreciate all your videos

  • @chandragaines1066
    @chandragaines1066 2 года назад +25

    Kurt, You are amazing! I’m so glad that I started following you. Your RUclips videos on acting helps us tremendously. When I think of a question, and do the research your content pops up. Please continue keeping the acting community prepared, focused and ready. 🎬🙌🏾

  • @sorenschaust4606
    @sorenschaust4606 2 года назад

    Such a good video! I'm really interested in pursuing acting for film and television when I get older, and these tips are really helpful! The mention about acting in the moments before and after a scene were super insightful! 👍👍

  • @estherAgbe
    @estherAgbe 2 года назад +1

    Thank you Kurt, I genuinely do hope to see you on set one day!

  • @ClassworkforSpanish
    @ClassworkforSpanish 2 года назад +1

    Thank you!!! Not exactly “new” but appreciate your insight and direction

  • @tadams764
    @tadams764 Год назад

    Thank you so much. I was asked by a director to read for 2 parts post" tell me about yourself "interview . I didn't land the parts, but now I realize why, thanks to your video.

  • @lilyjade5680
    @lilyjade5680 2 года назад

    You are so wonderful for sharing this information with us and I appreciate you!

  • @lilycarone5116
    @lilycarone5116 Год назад

    You are awesome! So glad I came across your channel!☺️

  • @josephjenkins3416
    @josephjenkins3416 2 года назад +1

    These are some great tips! Thank You!

  • @gwen3779
    @gwen3779 11 месяцев назад +2

    Good tips! I like the one about making sure you have a moment before and after your audition and not just to start and finish abruptly.

    • @liquidbraino
      @liquidbraino 11 месяцев назад +1

      Giving yourself an activity can help with this (kind of like an "independent activity" in an acting class). In it's simplest form it's just something to help get you focused before you begin the actual scene but it also helps with the expression within the scene. Even something as simple as putting on a tie or cleaning a table can add life to a scene because if your character is angry that's going to come out in *how* you clean the table. A perfect example: the scene from Raider of the Lost Ark where Indiana Jones first arrives at the bar in Napal and technically you could say that he has a "door' and she has an "activity". He has a problem; she's the only solution to his problem but she's doing something - watch HOW she does what she's doing when she says the line "Well say it again anyway!!!!".

  • @Kasia-fn7sf
    @Kasia-fn7sf 2 года назад

    Thank you! i love your videos and they are so helpful!

  • @thedukeyduke3302
    @thedukeyduke3302 4 месяца назад

    SO HELPFUL!!! THANK YOU

  • @alyssadorta8508
    @alyssadorta8508 Год назад

    Hey Kurt I am loving your videos to the point where I am dying to go to acting classes hoping it’s not to expensive and gets me to my goal slowly but surely

  • @julianageher
    @julianageher 2 года назад

    thanks Kurt, your videos have been so helpful!

  • @rixec266
    @rixec266 2 года назад +2

    I really appreciated your discussion about not taking things too fast. True story here. My friend encouraged me to audition for a one act festival and I got a part!! *Buuut*, there really are some differences between acting on stage vs screen, lol. I thought I was going to run off stage screaming because I felt my first rehearsal was so bad, LOL!! I felt pretty discombobulated! However, the thought dawned on me that perhaps I should be making use of the training I’ve been getting from classes and your videos? :-p Anyhow, I am really enjoying this experience and have learned a lot about *patience*! Thank you as always for your videos and invaluable advice!

  • @HerbJacksonJr
    @HerbJacksonJr 2 года назад

    Kurt I always feel like you are speaking directly to me in these videos 😂 great advice like always. "it's a marathon, not a sprint" 🙌🏾

  • @jdsoldier7287
    @jdsoldier7287 Год назад +1

    Thank you. I'm working on my 17th show. Your advise is spot on with what other credible actors have told me. I Just turned down an offer for a 3 year talent agreement with an agent. It's the best thing I've done for my career.

  • @zabuzarai3044
    @zabuzarai3044 Год назад

    Thanks for the advice Kurt

  • @countinfinis
    @countinfinis 2 года назад

    Thanks for this. Thanks for helping. I'm going to take this in and apply it

  • @pearluzoma2508
    @pearluzoma2508 2 года назад

    Thank you so much Kurt for this teaching.

  • @t1n061
    @t1n061 2 года назад

    Your videos are awesome man. Thanks for helping beginner actors like me.

  • @echo-td9hg
    @echo-td9hg Год назад

    Your first 3 tips really helped! Thank you!

  • @janaemcdowell333
    @janaemcdowell333 2 года назад

    Needed this today.

  • @jacklineknaka
    @jacklineknaka 9 месяцев назад

    Just on my second auditions, glad i leant from my mistakes from my first auditions though still at video-tape auditions i hope to make it one day.....

  • @rossidelitza0194
    @rossidelitza0194 2 года назад +1

    Es un excelente consejo que nos das Kurt. Todo se gana con paciencia y sabiduría. Gracias por compartir tus experiencias en tus videos. ✨💛🇵🇪 Saludos desde Peru.

  • @user-mx6jy4xj4e
    @user-mx6jy4xj4e 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much, you giving exactly the information I need at the moment.

  • @KarenWetterhahn
    @KarenWetterhahn Год назад

    This is so helpful with the self tape start and finish parts! Thank you!

  • @BrandonCorreiaNetwork
    @BrandonCorreiaNetwork Год назад

    Great video as always Kurt!

  • @hpac9051
    @hpac9051 Год назад

    This is really helpful.. I'm exactly at this stage..I'm going to go back and work on my craft to gain that credibility. Thank Kurt

  • @Davonskevort
    @Davonskevort 2 года назад

    great advice... and applies to many different types of work.

  • @romualdt
    @romualdt Год назад

    thanks for your advices, they are quote clear !!

  • @Top10videos._.
    @Top10videos._. Год назад +1

    omg tysm men im so happy thet you hellping people with that

  • @sarafoss4818
    @sarafoss4818 2 года назад

    Thanks for the advice!

  • @TheApoke
    @TheApoke 2 года назад

    Super helpful thanks!

  • @charlita25
    @charlita25 Год назад

    Thanks 🙏🏾 Kurt Great 👍🏾 tips

  • @franciscocardenas5758
    @franciscocardenas5758 2 года назад

    Great advice Kurt Yue, thank you. 🙂👍

  • @noodlesm8282
    @noodlesm8282 4 месяца назад

    Excellent helpful tips Kurt🙏

  • @RasKalevthesouljourner
    @RasKalevthesouljourner 2 года назад

    Very helpful and thought out. Thank you

  • @tedmelikian8033
    @tedmelikian8033 Год назад

    Best I’ve heard!

  • @fbaguy5661
    @fbaguy5661 2 года назад +1

    I’m moving back to nyc in August to start my acting career. Wish me luck 🙏🏾

  • @MarcoGonzalezS
    @MarcoGonzalezS Год назад

    I am hooked to your channel now !

  • @savageking2451
    @savageking2451 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for this

  • @petratv8363
    @petratv8363 Год назад

    Wow Kurt
    This guidelines are really important
    My acting career is improving

  • @kennethmichaelreda
    @kennethmichaelreda 2 года назад

    Great stuff!

  • @dahumanoid6117
    @dahumanoid6117 Год назад

    I do my own short films and been studying my so called acting and some the scenes are believable but others are not. The tip you said about when your lines end you should continue on performing, is going to help me in the future. thank you for these free tips.

  • @lauramajid9348
    @lauramajid9348 2 года назад

    Thank you Kurt!

  • @tuscanyfairer9547
    @tuscanyfairer9547 2 года назад +7

    Never have I clicked so fast 🤣

  • @corneliuskasambara
    @corneliuskasambara 2 года назад

    Just saw you in the Jerry and Marge go large trailer. Kurt you're really going places!!! Hope to see you on set no doubt🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @pietruos
    @pietruos 2 года назад

    Totally agree, great video! 😊 👏 I'm going to move to a bigger city soon for hopefully more acting opportunities. But as you said it take's time. I thought so too I need to have an agent, it's great to have but I've booked without having one as well.

  • @simonemoretto8004
    @simonemoretto8004 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks Kurt! Your videos always inspire me. Hi from Italy :)

  • @TheArtLeopard
    @TheArtLeopard Год назад

    You advices are very helpful. Thanks a lot.

  • @RayshonTrowbridge
    @RayshonTrowbridge Месяц назад

    Thank you, Kurt

  • @mcrellsandwich9885
    @mcrellsandwich9885 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for explaining this to me

  • @tinachristoxo
    @tinachristoxo 2 года назад

    Super helpful tips!

  • @Tea-xo9ry
    @Tea-xo9ry Год назад

    i’m a freshman just trying to land a role in Clue! this tips really helped me! i hope it all goes well. thank you! :D

  • @stephaniekao8831
    @stephaniekao8831 2 года назад +1

    🤗 😄 😃 👏🏻 You Are Awesome!! Keep Going!!

  • @kalebnaquin9696
    @kalebnaquin9696 2 года назад

    Kurt! Just saw you in Young Rock. Nice work as always 😬🔥🙌🏻

  • @I.licked_a.school_sink
    @I.licked_a.school_sink Год назад

    I do photography on the side as a hobby so I'm pretty use to turning the camera to different angles to get the perfect shot.

  • @TainaNorell
    @TainaNorell 2 года назад

    Absolutely fabulous

  • @JadenDunn
    @JadenDunn 2 года назад

    Thank you kurt! Just shot a self audition tape for a show, and I used a lot of tips from your vids. You’re the best

    • @shaynestrain5945
      @shaynestrain5945 2 года назад

      Where did you find the auditions do you have an agent

    • @hollywood6257
      @hollywood6257 2 года назад

      are interested in acting

  • @soniabae345
    @soniabae345 6 месяцев назад

    You're the best teacher ever... thank you so much for this Sir 🙏

  • @johncrouch1772
    @johncrouch1772 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @spozonswitch1930
    @spozonswitch1930 2 года назад

    Hey Kurt thanks for this video, i am 14 turning 15 and i want to get into acting as young as i can i have started weekly drama classes and your videos have been helping me.

  • @Viya2602
    @Viya2602 3 месяца назад

    Thank u soo much bc i am gonna have Audition for a series

  • @A.Jthatsme
    @A.Jthatsme 2 года назад

    i waited so long for you to post sir everyday i would check your channel

  • @stephanierenberg
    @stephanierenberg Месяц назад

    i loved tip #3 👍

  • @shleeahuff3945
    @shleeahuff3945 Год назад

    Thank you! This helps to navigate the journey to becoming an actor. Small steps are just as important as the big ones.

    • @liquidbraino
      @liquidbraino 11 месяцев назад

      The small steps are more important than the big ones because if your first step is in the wrong direction then you're already starting out on the wrong path and you'll never reach your intended destination. Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.

  • @jannatbabayaga8167
    @jannatbabayaga8167 Год назад +1

    Thank you

  • @user-uw8oy5np3c
    @user-uw8oy5np3c 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks mentor Yue

  • @jrholley123
    @jrholley123 Год назад

    Any new videos coming up anytime soon? I appreciate all the valuable information you've shared so far about the filming industry.

  • @jordachejordan90
    @jordachejordan90 2 года назад

    Really appreciated advice

  • @ayushsingh789
    @ayushsingh789 2 года назад +2

    I always watch your videos first 😄😄

  • @Whacks
    @Whacks 2 года назад

    Very good video!

  • @deanosip
    @deanosip 2 года назад

    Kurt I saw you in Jerry & Marge Go Large!!!! I shouted out in front of my mom "I know that guy!"

  • @serenadunham5951
    @serenadunham5951 2 года назад

    Could you do your own personal acting class and we virtually talk to you so you can coach us you seem like a very inspiring and great actor and I love your techniques !