This guy is phenomenal. You can tell that his advice is genuine and effective.Being an inexperienced rookie, I recently landed a lead role in my school's play. I knew I had to learn more about acting. Let's just say I know a whole lot more than I did before watching. This video was as close to perfect as it gets.. thank you for offering such a detailed explanation along with the monumental fundamentals of acting.
This video should be removed from the internet... Cause its worth thousands of dollars.. This may, and, in fact, certainly, has been the greatest acting advice I have ever heard. and this is just the introduction.
lol, yea... lets keep these secrets hidden so we can make even more money on the easily impressed masses... acting is a business. actors sell themselves for dollars and they pay the price too.
Sir, you are amazing! 17 minutes before i wasn't able to deliver the dialogues with the required intensity. Seventeen minutes later, i can feel that i could pull off the entire scene. I personally believe that we all need inspiration and this has inspired me to take on an even harder scene. Thank you for sharing something so valuable! I salute you for your knowledge.
Acting is the ability to tell lies so convincingly that you believe them yourself! - random comment by a layperson during a late-night conversation in a bar that struck me profoundly.
Hats off to my longtime student Doug Noble. His film Babysitters Black Book aired on Lifetime tonight. He did a wonderful job. Very honest, charming, and likeable the way he played his role. Very proud of him. Congrats Doug. :)
Acting Notes: No personal experiences required to act. Two main tools in acting- what is going on in our brain and body. Brain- objective, what a character needs and want. One story/objective only in acting. An objective is a controlled obsession, what the character should be thinking about nonstop. Body - emotion, what we feel in the body. The audience doesn't listen to what you say, it's about the behavior of the character. We can emote feelings by saying the name of the emotion and intensifying it through breathing exercises because all emotions activate in our bodies similarly. I think I am missing something...
Thank you for the kind words. So glad you enjoyed the videos. Perhaps you could take some classes on Skype via webcam if you are out of state, or in person if you are in the Los Angeles area. Simply send us an email through our website www.thehellerapproach.com. I look forward to hearing from you Brad
What helps me act a heavy piece without me being too emotionally attached to it (like to the point when I'll go home depressed) is to remind myself that in that certain moment, it's not me. That it's a different person, and all I'm doing is feelings what they're feeling and speaking their words. But I'm not the one living in that tragic situation.
Im only 9 years old and I wanted to be in acting since I was 3! I really appreciate this guy for helping me because my big problum is I cant keep a stright face.. But now I can. So I want to go audition for a role :) Thank you :D
Everyone can learn to act. Acting is a learnable skill. All that is required is an effort to learn. Learning to play a musical instrument or a sport requires effort to learn, too. Effort to learn and dedication to Master. To answer your question, only you know if you can do anything.
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! Happy to hear our tools are helping you with your RUclips channel. Be sure to check out our website www.thehellerapproach.com where you can find more info about the school, classes, and cost. Also, if you are near the studio, you can also come in for a free audit. Please let us know if you have any questions!
I didn't really ever consider acting as something that I could ever, feasibly do until yesterday, when a casting call was released for the part of a lifetime for me. I so desperately want to submit an audition, but I did not have quite the confidence to commit until watching your free lessons! They have been an *immense* help! I only wish that I could afford to pay for a Skype lesson with Brad before the deadline, if only to get some feedback on the audition script. Thank you so much for giving me hope that the impossible may yet be possible!
+Quilled Inc , Thank you for your support to the channel! We are so happy to hear that Brad Heller's teaching gave you the encouragement and inspiration you needed for the audition. We want to remind you to build the scene, and prepare it to the best of your ability using the acting advice that Brad has given in his video's. When it is time for your audition, that's when you need to let go. You are no longer preparing but executing. Focus on receiving and remember to have FUN! Good luck and let us know how it goes!
I remember watching this video a year or two ago and I didn’t watch it completely; But after watching the whole video today it has really help me in my acting because I used to think about a moment in my life to help me tear up, But it was not perfect. Now that I use the “Objective and emotion” tip it really helps me get prepared for a scene of any emotion whether its depression or joy! Thank so much for the tips! It has really help strengthen my acting behaviors to play a scene with precision and accuracy now! I will continue to watch your videos to help me improve my Acting career more! Thank you!
wow, I've always wondered about the art of acting all my life. Tonight, i finally decided to type on RUclips "acting classes" and ended up in this video and what a fantastic explanation. I was literally impressed when i practiced along evoking the emotion of anxiety and i literally fell it in a way i had to stop because i felt the exact symptoms out of nowhere. It's just amazing I had no idea that our brains could work like that. Thanks a lot, please add more videos.
+Javier Mcfee, Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel. Congrats on taking a new step closer to acting! Even if you are just researching right now, it is all apart of the craft, and we are so pleased you found our channel first! We think it's wonderful that the emotion exercise worked so well for you. We will be posting more videos' soon, and if you find that you want to take lessons feel free to let us know. You can always audit a first time class for free at our North Hollywood studio, and if you don't live in California or are unable to attend we have online acting lessons as well. Best of luck! -Admissions
You got it, Brian! You can do that with any and all emotions. Take a deep breath and on the exhale say the emotion, repeat that until the emotion is in your body and you feel it, because if you feel it, the audience will see it, as a real authentic emotion, that combined with thinking your characters objective will give you real human behavior. All the best to you!
3 years ago on a sleepless night, I stumbled across this video. I was 49, my kids were grown, and I needed a new hobby. Acting was something I literally knew nothing about. In this short video, Brad convinced me that I could act and got me excited about trying. I watched the rest of his videos over that week, read the books he referenced, and made a profile on Backstage with a selfie headshot. The next day, I got a day player spot on a telenovela that was filming in my city. After being in front of the camera with an amazing cast and crew, I was hooked! Since then, I've been in 11 films with lead or supporting roles, and recently won my first acting award at a film festival. It is one of the greatest joys in my life now. It's been a lot of hard work, but I don't think I ever would have found this new passion were it not for this video. Whenever people ask me how I got into acting, I always send them here. One day, when I win an Oscar, I'm going to thank Brad.
Gotta give you props, I'm doing some voiceover for a cartoon character I'm creating / animating and just couldn't get the lines to sound convincing. Within minutes of using these techniques I accomplished a more convincing character than I have in months of just reading lines over and over again. Just wanted to share a tip that may help others, I Googled emotions in image search, seeing a picture of some emotions I wanted to work into the lines really helped me with your approach. Thanks!
+David Madison , Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! Stay tuned for more acting videos, and if you are interested in the school be sure to check out our website where you can find more information www.thehellerapproach.com
So I have a question: what's the difference between method acting and what you guys do? I just want to see if I understand. Thanks for your show it's really inspirational :-)
You are the best acting teacher I have seen, heard, could even possibly think of. When you shared the part about our favorite actors though, I thought of Meryl Streep, and I like her because she is one of the amazing actors ON SCREEN that I can connect to. She shares emotion naturally it seems. She makes acting not look easy, but she makes it look like reality. Like somewhere, out in the world, the situation she's in in that movie is going on right while I'm watching the movie. Thank you so much for helping me in my acting career!!:)
+Squidpolish26 ' We are happy to hear you have found the acting video's helpful! Thank you for the very kind words, and we hope you stay tuned for more acting tips. Also, if you ever want to further your training you can audit a class for free at the North Hollywood location. Brad holds classes twice a week. You can also find more information on our website www.thehellerapproach.com Cheers!
I am so glad I found this channel. Brad taught me something I've been struggling with which is the Objective and focusing on one story. I tend to think what others are thinking as I perform which leads to anxiety/nervous, then the camera scares me. I will try this technique this summer when I take my acting class. Will also buy Ron's book, and continue watching these videos. Thanks.
+Fit n Fab , Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! We are so happy that Brad's teaching resonates with you. If you would like to set up a lesson with Brad, and train with him, we can get you started right away. For more information you can visit our website www.thehellerapproach.com then fill out your information on the contact us page. It would be great to work with you, and help you shift your anxiety into confidence. Looking forward to hearing form you!
Thank you for all of the positive wonderful comments. I am so pleased that you all have found the videos helpful. I will keep em coming! Appreciate you all! brad
CarolinaHotLikeFire We understand, and please continue to watch the videos! If there is a time in the future that is better for you, we would love to work with you.
This helps me so so much thank you. I'll be watching your videos from now on. I tried saying emotions such as nervous, anger, sad, happy, and others. And I truly felt them. When I said sad I started to tear up. When I said anger I felt my ears get hot. When I said nervous I felt a bit shaky. This is great. Thank you thank you thank you. Now I actually have somewhere to start. Next is a agent and manager I'm guessing
+Sydney Iski , Thank you for your kind words and subscription to the channel. We do recommend that you take classes for a while before jumping into finding an agent and/or manager. It's important to have a solid foundation in your craft. If you haven't already, please check out Brad Heller's video on 'Breaking into the Acting Industry'. This is really helpful information. Also, it's so great that you are trying out the technique! A quick note - when choosing an emotion you don't want to pick a feeling that comes from the emotion, but the emotion itself. So instead of saying nervous try 'anxiety'. If you are interested in taking lessons from Brad Heller, please let us know. We hold classes twice a week in North Hollywood, and also offer private lessons as well as Skype lessons. Here is our website www.thehellerapproach.com and keep up the good work!
Seeing this video, and multiple other ones it helped me get another career in my mind for after High School. I'm going to be a freshman in September and this helped me want to get an acting class during HS. C: Thanks so much!
Dear Danielle Marshall, Thank your for your kind words and support to the channel. We are pleased to hear that Brad Heller's videos have inspired you! We wanted to let you know that The Heller Approach does offer online acting lessons. Here is a link to our website where you can find out more information about the school! www.thehellerapproach.com
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I'm a radio personality that is new to acting and I can really understand what this guy means. As a radio guy, it is all about the words and emotion in my voice. Performing, however, is about the emotions I can feel or express with my body, not just my words. I am really impressed with this guy and his lessons.
Derek Sparks I agree I am taking as much time as I can I have no personal experience besides 1 play and I am trying to take the right path to be successful. People just think that it will be super easy to go up and walk the red carpet and become a superstar. You have to work to fulfill your passion.
I watched this because it's quarantine and I kinda want to get into acting... after watching this I have more of a passion for it so rather than it being a passing thought, I'm gonna take it seriously and do the best I can, thanks a ton!!!
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There are a lot of people in the world that appear to know something or think they know how to do something but in reality they don't.These people are the only people who truly suck and when I say suck I mean suck the life and passion out of genuine minds and hearts. I'm sorry that you had those experiences. Thinking of something personal to invoke an emotion would feel totally fake and be totally weird. Keep learning what works and keep enjoying Life! Thanks for posting, All the best to you!
This is one of the most reliable and honest acting lesson( introduction) of all time. I’ve always wanted to be an actrice, but didn’t know how to get that far. So then I thought: in the meantime I could improve my acting skills, but in spite of the acting tips online, it just didn’t feel ‘right’. BUT NOWW, now I can finally work properly on my future. So thank you!! (And of course ‘cause of corona there will be more time to practice human behavior)
Chloe Legg The hardest thing to learn in acting is to leave yourself alone. Learn how to give your body over to creating a character. Your essence will show to the audience, it will have nothing to do with who you really are in life. Once you learn the craft of acting, it will give you confidence to stand up there and tell a story.
I wish I could like this video 10x, because I've watched it at least that many times over the past year. Brad's videos have helped me so much. Thank you x 10 for all your videos!
Hey Tom, we're so glad to hear that! If you're looking to further improve your acting skills with personalized instruction, The Heller Approach is currently offering a special for new students. Get $30 off your first class, either in-person (at our Los Angeles studio) or via Skype (from anywhere in the world), by entering the code NEWSTUDENT1204 at the link below. Offer is good for the next three days. thehellerapproach.com/contact-us/
@@thehellerapproach Update! I did not take Brad up on his offer because I'm in Houston and not a Skype fan, but owe much to Brad. I'm 52 years old, overweight, and losing my hair and eyesight. Less then two years ago, I knew nothing about acting. Longing for a new hobby, I found this video. It was the first video I had ever watched about acting. After that, I watched as many of Brad's other videos as I could find. Since then, I've watched this video probably 20 times. I read a book by Uta Hagen (Respect for Acting) after hearing Brad drop her name. After a few months, I decided to try my luck and landed my first audition with no other training and a selfie headshot, doing background and day player work for Univision. In November, I'll see myself for the first time on the big screen in my first movie premiere (Karma) where I play police detective "Barsky," have had small speaking roles (day player) in 3 other local/passion films, a paid commercial, and a supporting role in a promising pilot that may land on NetFlix. Acting has brought pure joy to my life, and I've met so many amazing, talented, and supportive people. It all started right here with this video!
Wow. This really works. Believe me, when i said joy, i was smiling. When i said exhausted. I really felt exhausted. The thing is when i want to cry, i think of something sad, and a few min. Im bursting oyt crying. But thats when im doing something. Now, getting in the firm of acting, and i do this, or try at least, i fibd it hard. Im like, i didnt last time. Now when i want to go in a sad state. I feel an atmosphere of sadness, and my eyes are sonlmewhat wet but nit in an acual drip form. Yiu know what i mean? As for laughing. Its tge same as my crying. I cant seem to laugh when acting. Its really wierd. But all in all im getting there. But i want to be good. Like really good. You see im a begginner actress and i want to land many roles. And if that happens, that will be a dream come true:)
issraa farage We all know what words mean. Get a deck of 3"x 5" cards with one emotion written on each. Do one emotion for two minutes, then go to the next emotion card. Do this while cleaning house, etc. Not necessarily in public. First, take in air until you feel a click in the back of your throat as your air passage closes. Now, let the air out slowly and along with it the emotion you have from the card. Do this a number of times and each time let out even more noises as you exhale. It's all CONDITION REFLEX. It has to be there for you on the set. Any emotion can then be done at any moment. You are training the body. Issraa, it is one path to becoming a great actress.
Thank you for this lesson .your really good at teaching acting. I would like you to help me more in acting one day.I been trying to become a actor and learn more about acting. My dream when I was 4 was to Become an actor im 13 and in still trying to get into acting . Thank you sir Bless you.
I started watching this because i really suck at acting. Everyone always told me, "Think of something sad' ' Think of something..' but even when I imagined something on time, it felt too fake. If i'd take a real memory, it wasn't even on time. I am going to practice feeling. And practice the breathing exercise. Just doing what you said already made e feel like i've become a lot better. Thank you very much!
I want to be a film actor. This year of school i will be joining the drama club. I really want to be on a tv show, its the goal im setting for myself. I also will like to start my career with a few school plays and a few commercials.
CRAZYHELLBOY23 A good way to sharpen your skills as an actor is to practice, practice, scene after scene in an acting workshop. Once you feel ready, you can try and find a theatrical and commercial agent, who will send you out as a non-union actor. Once you do your first acting job, you can join SAG-AFTRA.
Hi Brad just want to say thanks for helping me to keep it real rather then trying to act the part. Im a Pastor and will use your teachings to illustrate the messages I teach and preach !!!
Hi +Bill Baker , Thank you so much for your kinds words and support to the channel! That's great, and if you would like to know more about the school be sure to check out our website where you can find more information www.thehellerapproach.com Stay tuned for more videos!
Spot on! I always say "Actor is your Job Title... it is not what you do!" All methods/teachers Stans, Uta, Meisner etc. have relevant information and observations in working with human behaviour. Once you are aware of some of those tools, then the job of being honest, intuitive and truthful etc should be your motivation utilizing some of those tools to get you into the zone. Would love to come and work out with you in the near future. Will check the website out!
Hi Jordan, Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! We are happy to inspire/help you. If you are ever interested in training, coaching, or group acting lessons please let us know. You will find all the information you need on our website www.thehellerapproach.com Best of luck on your audition! Hope to hear from you in the future. - Admissions
Wow! I've been thinking for like 5 months to go to Acting Lessons,but i don't know why i feel like i'm going to fail or that i'm not good enough and it's all just another stupid idea of mine. But i watched this and now i think i'm going to give it a try. You look like a great teacher . Thank you for making me decide what i wanna do without being scared. :)
Thank you for posting, I really wanted acting lessons, i just moved to Florida from Alaska and I was assuming there would be acting classes all around where i am at, until i moved to Leigh high acres the country part. lol well at least i ran into this. Thank you!
Hi Marcus, Thank you for your support to the channel! We wanted to let you know that we also offer online acting lessons via Skype webcam. Skype lessons have been very effecting for many of Brad Heller's students around the world. Seeing as you haven't found anything in Florida, we recommend trying it out to see it it's the right fit for you. Check out our website www.thehellerapproach.com where you will find much more info. We look forward to hearing you! Cheers! - Admissions
I honestly enjoyed this video more than i thought i would, it was very insightful and i love how you incorporate humor so it isn't boring to listen to. I would honestly love to attend your classes if i had a chance. Sadly the Philippines is too far way. But i will be subscribing at watching your videos in hopes of learning so much more from you.
Danae Taylor Thank you for your interest in The Heller APPROACH. In addition to working with students in person, we teach students all over the world through webcam on Skype. Go to our website www.thehellerapproach.com for more information about Skype sessions.
Yes, it works for all emotions. Emotions alone are not enough though, they need to be combined with your characters objective for really creating authentic human behavior. All the Best!
Hi Allan, Very nice to hear from you. It would be great to have you in our school. When are you interested in beginning classes? Also, if you haven't done already, you might want to go to our website at www.TheHellerApproach.com Here, we have a lot of info about our classes. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks Brad
Hey can you help me as well am a bit young and what to become a professional actor when I grow up so am begging you if you can help me accomplish this?
Thank you so much! I am so grateful for your series of acting advice/teaching clips because they helped me get the lead female role in my high school play!! I couldn't be happier thanks to these videos!!
+medo A , Thank you very much for your interest and support to our acting channel. If you would like more information on how to train with Brad Heller please let us know. It would be great to work with you! www.thehellerapproach.com
If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. - Albert Einstein And you Sir have explained it simply... Absolutely phenomenal! Thanks for sharing. God bless!
You're welcome! If you're looking to further improve your acting skills with personalized instruction, The Heller Approach is currently offering a special for new students. Get $30 off your first class, either in-person (at our Los Angeles studio) or via Skype (from anywhere in the world), by entering the code NEWSTUDENT0312 at the link below. Offer is good for the next three days. -The Heller Approach Staff thehellerapproach.com/contact-us/
Yes, it would work for every emotion but you would want to breathe the emotion, "serenity" rather than "calmness." Serenity is an emotion where as calmness comes as a result of an emotion. You would also want to determine your character's Objective for the scene as well. It is the combination of the Emotion & Objective which creates the authentic human behavior.
I'm a middle aged American man, decent looking, living in an Asian country. I just got my residence visa, so I can do whatever work I want to now. I replied to some ads on facebook and craigslist for acting and model agents. I've been a silent extra two times, and then one commercial (also silent). Now, next week, I have two actual movie auditions. So here I am watching youtube videos on how to act . Oh, and Brad is the best I've found so far, hands down.
I'm studying theater in college and have gone through almost 2 years now. The funny thing is I've never heared such helpful things during this time. I currently live in Sweden and I'm planning to keep studying as an actor in maybe USA in a couple of years, that's a very big dream of mine and i know this is what i want to do in the future. Any advice on some good acting schools out there in NY and LA? I would be very thankful for a answer! Thank you :)
I live in Sweden too! I'm only 16 and next year i'm going to start study theater :) Have you always had the 'acting bug'? Because for me it came recently. And i'm feeling a bit intimidated. One reason for that is because i don't really know who i am yet in terms of fashion and style and everyone else seem to know. And also, i want to make it in the U.S. but i have an hard time getting rid of my Swedish accent.
Hi i am almost 35 and have twelve days left to finish drama school here in Greece.I had the same thoughts when i was in the beginning but soon realized that my age is not a disadvantage but in the contrary the experiences that i gained through my life helped me very much
Im pleased to hear you found the videos helpful. Have you ever considered getting lessons with Brad Heller via webcam on Skype? They are extremely effective.
I'm not even an actor I was just trolling thru utube and found this....I watched it paused it and to try this method .... and within seconds I cried on que yet fought the tears with a trembling smile because that's the feel the character needed.... I still felt the connection to this "girlfriend" I was now parting from after ten years yet I felt I had to quote "be a man" and accept that I was letting her/us go...instantly I was able to deliver that conflicted emotion WITHOUT drawing on any real life experience.....that was pretty cool BUT it took two or three minutes to turn the emotions off....I still was fighting tears and looking indifferent after I wrapped my scene lol GOOD COACHING!!
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! That's so great you were able to practice the technique and see instant results like that. If you are ever interested in lessons, be sure to contact us. Brad Heller offers group acting lessons, online acting lessons (Skype) and private coaching. For more info visit our website www.thehellerapproach.com
Hi Ronnie, Thank you for your interest in my acting technique. Is Skype your only option for acting lessons? We also have classes twice a week at our studio in Hollywood. It would be great to have you start taking classes.
Thank you for your support to the channel! Many people struggle with memorizing but when you know your lines, there is so much more freedom in your work. That's when you can really let go and have fun!
A buddy of mine today told me the best way he is able to memorize lines is the record yourself saying them, and just listen to them on repeat while you do everything (driving, chores, exercising). Pretty soon, you won’t even realize that you have absorbed the lines and you can perform them!
Annie Houston it’s kinda like listening to one of your favorite songs over and over; you kind of learn the words and absorb them and can sing them, but you are acting them.
Hi, I really love your videos , they helped me a lot.But I have a something that concerns me and you might be able to help me. I wanted to become an actress since I remember myself .I always loved the idea of acting in Hollywood or in general. I'm now 15 years old ,I don't live in the us and what I want to do is to first become an American citizen and then start my acting career. But i have no experience and the problem is that no one in my family or anyone I know is supportive and they keep discurouging me.I still want to become an actress though and I will do anything but I'm not an adult yet and I can't pay for acting/drama classes.What should I do? Can I learn anything from online "classes" like yours?
Hi Irene, Thank you for your kind word and support to the channel! There are many similar stories out there just like yours. We want to encourage you to pursue that artistic passion inside of you that wants to create! Relocating to the US to become and actress is a very big step. We would first recommend that you get some training. I know you mentioned that you don't have much support from your family but if you can find a way to take classes that would be the first step! Brad Heller has taught many people outside of the US over Skype webcam. These would be considered our online acting lessons. A one on one training session just for you! What you may also want to think about is volunteering at a local theatre or somewhere that you can be learning from other actors who are pursuing the same dream as you! For more information regarding Skype lessons, and the Heller Approach Acting School, please visit our website www.thehellerapproach.com You will find everything you need to know there! Also, for more acting tips follow us on Instagram instagram.com/thehellerapproach/ We wish you the very best. It would be wonderful to set you up with some training when you find the time to do so. Cheers!! - Admissions
Wow! I absolutely loved watching this, you were a very good speaker and I was intrigued. I've always had the dream of being an actor, and this relaxed me and comforted me, because I knew I had something to rely on if I ever needed guidance.
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! That's wonderful this lesson made you feel relaxed and at ease. Acting should be fun! If you're interested in lessons be sure to check out our website www.thehellerapproach.com It would be great to work with you!
That was a great video, I've often thought about acting and people have told me I should try it, but I've always been to nervous and shy. Over the last few days I've been looking at how actors get noticed and what lessons actors take and where they take them etc. But this is the first video I've watched about acting lessons and the exercise worked for me (least I think i did) I got really hot and my hands started to feel sticky, so I'll definitely be watching more, thanks.
how can i have my chance to proove myself that am good in acting :/ am thinking of making my own movie.. do u think its a good idea? somethen small , to show my skills... do u recomand that ?-?-
You are Very talented and You Explain more than we need to know, don't take it as a bad thing i mean that you explain everything perfectly, i applied for an acting part and you Explained everything there can be. THANK YOU VERY MUCH
Well, Brando always said "... acting is reacting." Stella Adler would tell her her students, "Darlings, don't take your characters home with you." That's what can induce mental duress if you do. I am also of the belief that the current vogue of "less is more" produces only homogeneous and technically proficient actors. Where are the personality driven actors of today? They seem non-existent. One can tell by the fact that impressionists can't find modern actors to parody in their acts because there's little about those actors that are distinctive enough to recognize. If the 50s to the 70s were the Renaissance of acting, this could be considered the Mannerist period.
I'm watching....do you think this counts as acting lessons? if I put on my resume that I watched a bunch of free videos on RUclips would be taken seriously by a casting director?
Thank you for your subscription to the channel! So glad you enjoy our video's as well as Brad Heller's teaching. For more information, check out our website www.thehellerapproach.com Also, you are welcome to audit a first time class for free! Hope to hear from you!
+David Swanson , Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel. If you would like to learn more about The Heller Approach please check out our website and stay tuned for more acting videos! www.thehellerapproach.com
That's rude, you could learn from people who are in the business. Just because he is not a famous well know actor doesn't mean he doesn't know the basics.
Sorry to leave so much on your page here, I just appreciate the validity of what you are saying and wanted to speak with you. I will subscribe. I want to move into acting as I enter 50+. I'm moving back to NYC and will be going into a commercial career doing TV, print, and possibly film. Thanks again for your classes.
This guy is phenomenal. You can tell that his advice is genuine and effective.Being an inexperienced rookie, I recently landed a lead role in my school's play. I knew I had to learn more about acting. Let's just say I know a whole lot more than I did before watching. This video was as close to perfect as it gets.. thank you for offering such a detailed explanation along with the monumental fundamentals of acting.
So pleased you found the lessons helpful! Good luck on your play!
congrats on getting the lead role
Oefff this was FIVE years ago. Time passes quick..
“Your going to be lying to me if you didn’t feel a bit of a tingle through your body” haha I felt joy listening to that sentence
This video should be removed from the internet... Cause its worth thousands of dollars.. This may, and, in fact, certainly, has been the greatest acting advice I have ever heard. and this is just the introduction.
lol, yea... lets keep these secrets hidden so we can make even more money on the easily impressed masses...
acting is a business. actors sell themselves for dollars and they pay the price too.
dont count dollars just get good
Sir, you are amazing! 17 minutes before i wasn't able to deliver the dialogues with the required intensity. Seventeen minutes later, i can feel that i could pull off the entire scene. I personally believe that we all need inspiration and this has inspired me to take on an even harder scene. Thank you for sharing something so valuable! I salute you for your knowledge.
+Shruti More Same!
Acting is the ability to tell lies so convincingly that you believe them yourself!
- random comment by a layperson during a late-night conversation in a bar that struck me profoundly.
Matthudson2 👍
Politicians must be the greatest actors.
Hats off to my longtime student Doug Noble. His film Babysitters Black Book aired on Lifetime tonight. He did a wonderful job. Very honest, charming, and likeable the way he played his role. Very proud of him. Congrats Doug. :)
Acting Notes:
No personal experiences required to act.
Two main tools in acting- what is going on in our brain and body.
Brain- objective, what a character needs and want.
One story/objective only in acting.
An objective is a controlled obsession, what the character should be thinking about nonstop.
Body - emotion, what we feel in the body.
The audience doesn't listen to what you say, it's about the behavior of the character.
We can emote feelings by saying the name of the emotion and intensifying it through breathing exercises because all emotions activate in our bodies similarly.
I think I am missing something...
Hi Christian Spencer,
Thank you for watching my video. Do you have a more specific question that I can answer?
Is there a NY location for your class or recommendation?
This guy would make such a good joker.
Haha true. He only needs the colors on the face.
crazy i thought the same..
O.J Atay That's exactly what I was thinking-
It would be cool to see him in a play as Hannibal Lecter. Idk if that’s a play but it should be.
This is so inspiring. I'd love to be in one of your classes.
Thank you for the kind words. So glad you enjoyed the videos. Perhaps you could take some classes on Skype via webcam if you are out of state, or in person if you are in the Los Angeles area. Simply send us an email through our website www.thehellerapproach.com. I look forward to hearing from you
Brad
What helps me act a heavy piece without me being too emotionally attached to it (like to the point when I'll go home depressed) is to remind myself that in that certain moment, it's not me. That it's a different person, and all I'm doing is feelings what they're feeling and speaking their words. But I'm not the one living in that tragic situation.
Words of wisdom aswell🙏🎶☮️☺️😁 it makes sense.. thnks
Im only 9 years old and I wanted to be in acting since I was 3! I really appreciate this guy for helping me because my big problum is I cant keep a stright face.. But now I can. So I want to go audition for a role :) Thank you :D
Same I can’t keep a straight face
Good for you and good luck 👍
the world is yours buddy, goodluck! :)
Youre nine? You've got a deep voice & adult looking hands for a nine year old...
Everyone can learn to act.
Acting is a learnable skill.
All that is required is an effort to learn.
Learning to play a musical instrument or a sport requires effort to learn, too.
Effort to learn and dedication to Master.
To answer your question, only you know if you can do anything.
Wow, Some introduction! Seems like its the 'spine' of being actor. Thank you!
+Matthew butler Exactly my thoughts. This video has really helped me develop an understanding of what real acting is.
+HufftyPuffty +Matthew butler ,
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel!
Thanks Brad: Objective & emotion as the 2 key tools. I'm working on a character for my RUclips channel. Cheers Rick
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! Happy to hear our tools are helping you with your RUclips channel. Be sure to check out our website www.thehellerapproach.com where you can find more info about the school, classes, and cost. Also, if you are near the studio, you can also come in for a free audit. Please let us know if you have any questions!
This is the realist and best acting advice I've ever gotten....I'm so into the power of words, thoughts and psychology.. this just makes sense thanks!
I didn't really ever consider acting as something that I could ever, feasibly do until yesterday, when a casting call was released for the part of a lifetime for me. I so desperately want to submit an audition, but I did not have quite the confidence to commit until watching your free lessons! They have been an *immense* help! I only wish that I could afford to pay for a Skype lesson with Brad before the deadline, if only to get some feedback on the audition script.
Thank you so much for giving me hope that the impossible may yet be possible!
+Quilled Inc ,
Thank you for your support to the channel! We are so happy to hear that Brad Heller's teaching gave you the encouragement and inspiration you needed for the audition. We want to remind you to build the scene, and prepare it to the best of your ability using the acting advice that Brad has given in his video's. When it is time for your audition, that's when you need to let go. You are no longer preparing but executing. Focus on receiving and remember to have FUN! Good luck and let us know how it goes!
I definitely will do, and thank you!
+Iain MacLeòid (Eirreann) How did it go bro?
I remember watching this video a year or two ago and I didn’t watch it completely; But after watching the whole video today it has really help me in my acting because I used to think about a moment in my life to help me tear up, But it was not perfect. Now that I use the “Objective and emotion” tip it really helps me get prepared for a scene of any emotion whether its depression or joy! Thank so much for the tips! It has really help strengthen my acting behaviors to play a scene with precision and accuracy now! I will continue to watch your videos to help me improve my Acting career more! Thank you!
wow, I've always wondered about the art of acting all my life. Tonight, i finally decided to type on RUclips "acting classes" and ended up in this video and what a fantastic explanation. I was literally impressed when i practiced along evoking the emotion of anxiety and i literally fell it in a way i had to stop because i felt the exact symptoms out of nowhere. It's just amazing I had no idea that our brains could work like that. Thanks a lot, please add more videos.
+Javier Mcfee,
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel. Congrats on taking a new step closer to acting! Even if you are just researching right now, it is all apart of the craft, and we are so pleased you found our channel first! We think it's wonderful that the emotion exercise worked so well for you. We will be posting more videos' soon, and if you find that you want to take lessons feel free to let us know. You can always audit a first time class for free at our North Hollywood studio, and if you don't live in California or are unable to attend we have online acting lessons as well. Best of luck!
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This guy is brilliant. He's saying everything I've taught myself over the years.
Best actors for me are those playing very intense characters that are different from themselves. Agree?
You got it, Brian! You can do that with any and all emotions. Take a deep breath and on the exhale say the emotion, repeat that until the emotion is in your body and you feel it, because if you feel it, the audience will see it, as a real authentic emotion, that combined with thinking your characters objective will give you real human behavior. All the best to you!
I went to college for this and this is one of the best explanations I have ever heard
3 years ago on a sleepless night, I stumbled across this video. I was 49, my kids were grown, and I needed a new hobby. Acting was something I literally knew nothing about. In this short video, Brad convinced me that I could act and got me excited about trying. I watched the rest of his videos over that week, read the books he referenced, and made a profile on Backstage with a selfie headshot. The next day, I got a day player spot on a telenovela that was filming in my city. After being in front of the camera with an amazing cast and crew, I was hooked! Since then, I've been in 11 films with lead or supporting roles, and recently won my first acting award at a film festival. It is one of the greatest joys in my life now. It's been a lot of hard work, but I don't think I ever would have found this new passion were it not for this video. Whenever people ask me how I got into acting, I always send them here. One day, when I win an Oscar, I'm going to thank Brad.
That is so amazing!!! Congratulations on your blooming career and we're so glad we were the catalyst for it!
This is not only good for acting but for life in general. Thanks
Gotta give you props, I'm doing some voiceover for a cartoon character I'm creating / animating and just couldn't get the lines to sound convincing. Within minutes of using these techniques I accomplished a more convincing character than I have in months of just reading lines over and over again.
Just wanted to share a tip that may help others, I Googled emotions in image search, seeing a picture of some emotions I wanted to work into the lines really helped me with your approach.
Thanks!
Brad, please do a video giving 5 exercises for actors to do on their own, in a mirror or video, to be better. Your advice is so phenomenal.
We will pass this along to Brad ASAP. Thank you!
-The Heller Approach Staff
I love this guy so much!!! I have been watching your movies since End of the Harvest!!!!!
Interesting idea...NOT to take from your own experiences. Like your video. Well done. I'll be watching more of this. Thanks for sharing!
+David Madison ,
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So I have a question: what's the difference between method acting and what you guys do? I just want to see if I understand. Thanks for your show it's really inspirational :-)
You are the best acting teacher I have seen, heard, could even possibly think of. When you shared the part about our favorite actors though, I thought of Meryl Streep, and I like her because she is one of the amazing actors ON SCREEN that I can connect to. She shares emotion naturally it seems. She makes acting not look easy, but she makes it look like reality. Like somewhere, out in the world, the situation she's in in that movie is going on right while I'm watching the movie. Thank you so much for helping me in my acting career!!:)
+Squidpolish26 '
We are happy to hear you have found the acting video's helpful! Thank you for the very kind words, and we hope you stay tuned for more acting tips. Also, if you ever want to further your training you can audit a class for free at the North Hollywood location. Brad holds classes twice a week. You can also find more information on our website www.thehellerapproach.com
Cheers!
Its 2018 and I'm watching this
2019
hoes madd 2020
I am so glad I found this channel. Brad taught me something I've been struggling with which is the Objective and focusing on one story. I tend to think what others are thinking as I perform which leads to anxiety/nervous, then the camera scares me. I will try this technique this summer when I take my acting class. Will also buy Ron's book, and continue watching these videos. Thanks.
+Fit n Fab ,
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! We are so happy that Brad's teaching resonates with you. If you would like to set up a lesson with Brad, and train with him, we can get you started right away. For more information you can visit our website www.thehellerapproach.com then fill out your information on the contact us page. It would be great to work with you, and help you shift your anxiety into confidence. Looking forward to hearing form you!
2019 still watching
Thank you for all of the positive wonderful comments. I am so pleased that you all have found the videos helpful. I will keep em coming! Appreciate you all!
brad
I really appreciate this lesson. Thank you
CarolinaHotLikeFire ,
Thank you for your support to the channel! We love getting the feedback. Are you currently taking any acting lessons?
At this time, I cannot afford it
CarolinaHotLikeFire
We understand, and please continue to watch the videos! If there is a time in the future that is better for you, we would love to work with you.
Thanks!
You're welcome!
This helps me so so much thank you. I'll be watching your videos from now on. I tried saying emotions such as nervous, anger, sad, happy, and others. And I truly felt them. When I said sad I started to tear up. When I said anger I felt my ears get hot. When I said nervous I felt a bit shaky. This is great. Thank you thank you thank you. Now I actually have somewhere to start. Next is a agent and manager I'm guessing
+Sydney Iski ,
Thank you for your kind words and subscription to the channel. We do recommend that you take classes for a while before jumping into finding an agent and/or manager. It's important to have a solid foundation in your craft. If you haven't already, please check out Brad Heller's video on 'Breaking into the Acting Industry'. This is really helpful information. Also, it's so great that you are trying out the technique! A quick note - when choosing an emotion you don't want to pick a feeling that comes from the emotion, but the emotion itself. So instead of saying nervous try 'anxiety'. If you are interested in taking lessons from Brad Heller, please let us know. We hold classes twice a week in North Hollywood, and also offer private lessons as well as Skype lessons. Here is our website www.thehellerapproach.com and keep up the good work!
Seeing this video, and multiple other ones it helped me get another career in my mind for after High School. I'm going to be a freshman in September and this helped me want to get an acting class during HS. C:
Thanks so much!
Dear Danielle Marshall,
Thank your for your kind words and support to the channel. We are pleased to hear that Brad Heller's videos have inspired you! We wanted to let you know that The Heller Approach does offer online acting lessons. Here is a link to our website where you can find out more information about the school! www.thehellerapproach.com
out of all the acting lessons ive taken, this has by far been the most effective. thank you for sharing some amazing tips. you're absolutely amazing
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Is someone here? ( 2019 ) love this
Yep. 2020.
Im here,,february 2020,,very good video
I'm a radio personality that is new to acting and I can really understand what this guy means. As a radio guy, it is all about the words and emotion in my voice. Performing, however, is about the emotions I can feel or express with my body, not just my words. I am really impressed with this guy and his lessons.
start from 06:58 to save your time
Derek Sparks I agree I am taking as much time as I can I have no personal experience besides 1 play and I am trying to take the right path to be successful. People just think that it will be super easy to go up and walk the red carpet and become a superstar. You have to work to fulfill your passion.
Another great quote from the legendary acting teacher Sanford Meisner. " What you do doesn’t depend on you; it depends on the other fellow.”
I’m a 10 year old kid stating acting and this helps a lot thanks mate.
leila richard good luck!
@@dahliaj6414 tysm
I watched this because it's quarantine and I kinda want to get into acting... after watching this I have more of a passion for it so rather than it being a passing thought, I'm gonna take it seriously and do the best I can, thanks a ton!!!
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Are you an agent or manager ❤️
There are a lot of people in the world that appear to know something or think they know how to do something but in reality they don't.These people are the only people who truly suck and when I say suck I mean suck the life and passion out of genuine minds and hearts. I'm sorry that you had those experiences. Thinking of something personal to invoke an emotion would feel totally fake and be totally weird. Keep learning what works and keep enjoying Life! Thanks for posting, All the best to you!
your hairstyle is sick!
This is one of the most reliable and honest acting lesson( introduction) of all time. I’ve always wanted to be an actrice, but didn’t know how to get that far. So then I thought: in the meantime I could improve my acting skills, but in spite of the acting tips online, it just didn’t feel ‘right’. BUT NOWW, now I can finally work properly on my future. So thank you!!
(And of course ‘cause of corona there will be more time to practice human behavior)
Do you think it's possible to be an actor when I'm really shy and socially awkward?
Chloe Legg The hardest thing to learn in acting is to leave yourself alone. Learn how to give your body over to creating a character. Your essence will show to the audience, it will have nothing to do with who you really are in life. Once you learn the craft of acting, it will give you confidence to stand up there and tell a story.
I feel you !!
***** thanks so much for your advice!
thehellerapproach so true! thanks so much for your amazing advice!
Karime Diego no joke aye, it sucks so much ahh
I wish I could like this video 10x, because I've watched it at least that many times over the past year. Brad's videos have helped me so much. Thank you x 10 for all your videos!
Hey Tom, we're so glad to hear that! If you're looking to further improve your acting skills with personalized instruction, The Heller Approach is currently offering a special for new students. Get $30 off your first class, either in-person (at our Los Angeles studio) or via Skype (from anywhere in the world), by entering the code NEWSTUDENT1204 at the link below. Offer is good for the next three days.
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@@thehellerapproach Update! I did not take Brad up on his offer because I'm in Houston and not a Skype fan, but owe much to Brad. I'm 52 years old, overweight, and losing my hair and eyesight. Less then two years ago, I knew nothing about acting. Longing for a new hobby, I found this video. It was the first video I had ever watched about acting. After that, I watched as many of Brad's other videos as I could find. Since then, I've watched this video probably 20 times. I read a book by Uta Hagen (Respect for Acting) after hearing Brad drop her name. After a few months, I decided to try my luck and landed my first audition with no other training and a selfie headshot, doing background and day player work for Univision. In November, I'll see myself for the first time on the big screen in my first movie premiere (Karma) where I play police detective "Barsky," have had small speaking roles (day player) in 3 other local/passion films, a paid commercial, and a supporting role in a promising pilot that may land on NetFlix. Acting has brought pure joy to my life, and I've met so many amazing, talented, and supportive people. It all started right here with this video!
Wow. This really works. Believe me, when i said joy, i was smiling. When i said exhausted. I really felt exhausted. The thing is when i want to cry, i think of something sad, and a few min. Im bursting oyt crying. But thats when im doing something. Now, getting in the firm of acting, and i do this, or try at least, i fibd it hard. Im like, i didnt last time. Now when i want to go in a sad state. I feel an atmosphere of sadness, and my eyes are sonlmewhat wet but nit in an acual drip form. Yiu know what i mean? As for laughing. Its tge same as my crying. I cant seem to laugh when acting. Its really wierd. But all in all im getting there. But i want to be good. Like really good. You see im a begginner actress and i want to land many roles. And if that happens, that will be a dream come true:)
issraa farage We all know what words mean. Get a deck of 3"x 5" cards with one emotion written on each. Do one emotion for two minutes, then go to the next emotion card. Do this while cleaning house, etc. Not necessarily in public. First, take in air until you feel a click in the back of your throat as your air passage closes. Now, let the air out slowly and along with it the emotion you have from the card. Do this a number of times and each time let out even more noises as you exhale. It's all CONDITION REFLEX. It has to be there for you on the set. Any emotion can then be done at any moment. You are training the body. Issraa, it is one path to becoming a great actress.
Thanks. I"ll try this and let you know:)
This worked. Omg never knew I could do this. A thousand thanks!!
same i wanna be in stranger things xD
THIS IS AWESOME! i am a beginner actor and i always told myself i cannot do it. now i know what really acting is, and some tips. Thank you!
Thank you for this lesson .your really good at teaching acting. I would like you to help me more in acting one day.I been trying to become a actor and learn more about acting. My dream when I was 4 was to Become an actor im 13 and in still trying to get into acting . Thank you sir Bless you.
taliyah carter you’re 18 now, what’s happening ? 😂
I started watching this because i really suck at acting. Everyone always told me, "Think of something sad' ' Think of something..' but even when I imagined something on time, it felt too fake. If i'd take a real memory, it wasn't even on time. I am going to practice feeling. And practice the breathing exercise. Just doing what you said already made e feel like i've become a lot better. Thank you very much!
I want to be a film actor. This year of school i will be joining the drama club. I really want to be on a tv show, its the goal im setting for myself. I also will like to start my career with a few school plays and a few commercials.
CRAZYHELLBOY23 A good way to sharpen your skills as an actor is to practice, practice, scene after scene in an acting workshop. Once you feel ready, you can try and find a theatrical and commercial agent, who will send you out as a non-union actor. Once you do your first acting job, you can join SAG-AFTRA.
Hi Brad just want to say thanks for helping me to keep it real rather then trying to act the part. Im a Pastor and will use your teachings to illustrate the messages I teach and preach !!!
Hi +Bill Baker ,
Thank you so much for your kinds words and support to the channel! That's great, and if you would like to know more about the school be sure to check out our website where you can find more information www.thehellerapproach.com Stay tuned for more videos!
Part 2 anywhere...? D:
Spot on! I always say "Actor is your Job Title... it is not what you do!" All methods/teachers Stans, Uta, Meisner etc. have relevant information and observations in working with human behaviour. Once you are aware of some of those tools, then the job of being honest, intuitive and truthful etc should be your motivation utilizing some of those tools to get you into the zone. Would love to come and work out with you in the near future. Will check the website out!
I really love this technique but what do you do when you have to feel to emotions?
WOW! dude your a genius. I'm trying to get prepared for my audition! your helping alot
Hi Jordan,
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! We are happy to inspire/help you. If you are ever interested in training, coaching, or group acting lessons please let us know. You will find all the information you need on our website www.thehellerapproach.com Best of luck on your audition! Hope to hear from you in the future.
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you look like you’re straight out of GTA V pretty dope lesson btw
Wow! I've been thinking for like 5 months to go to Acting Lessons,but i don't know why i feel like i'm going to fail or that i'm not good enough and it's all just another stupid idea of mine. But i watched this and now i think i'm going to give it a try. You look like a great teacher . Thank you for making me decide what i wanna do without being scared. :)
Thank you for posting, I really wanted acting lessons, i just moved to Florida from Alaska and I was assuming there would be acting classes all around where i am at, until i moved to Leigh high acres the country part. lol well at least i ran into this. Thank you!
Hi Marcus,
Thank you for your support to the channel! We wanted to let you know that we also offer online acting lessons via Skype webcam. Skype lessons have been very effecting for many of Brad Heller's students around the world. Seeing as you haven't found anything in Florida, we recommend trying it out to see it it's the right fit for you. Check out our website www.thehellerapproach.com where you will find much more info. We look forward to hearing you! Cheers!
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I honestly enjoyed this video more than i thought i would, it was very insightful and i love how you incorporate humor so it isn't boring to listen to. I would honestly love to attend your classes if i had a chance. Sadly the Philippines is too far way. But i will be subscribing at watching your videos in hopes of learning so much more from you.
Danae Taylor Thank you for your interest in The Heller APPROACH. In addition to working with students in person, we teach students all over the world through webcam on Skype. Go to our website www.thehellerapproach.com for more information about Skype sessions.
I have a question. If I'm not from the U.S will I have the same oportunity as the people from U.S?
yes
Chuy Olvera just work hard and put your mind to it . and you can do anything you wanna do!
Yes, it works for all emotions.
Emotions alone are not enough though, they need to be combined with your characters objective for really creating authentic human behavior.
All the Best!
Hi Allan,
Very nice to hear from you. It would be great to have you in our school. When are you interested in beginning classes? Also, if you haven't done already, you might want to go to our website at www.TheHellerApproach.com Here, we have a lot of info about our classes. I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks
Brad
Sounds great. Are you interested in group class or private study? In person or via webcam on Skype?
Hey can you help me as well am a bit young and what to become a professional actor when I grow up so am begging you if you can help me accomplish this?
thehellerapproach i want to join your school but i hve no money ;(
that's some hungry talent speaking right there.
Veeeeeery helpful, I'm officially your student!
Thank you so much! I am so grateful for your series of acting advice/teaching clips because they helped me get the lead female role in my high school play!! I couldn't be happier thanks to these videos!!
Congrats to you on the play! Keep up the great stuff!
this guy is brilliant
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If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. - Albert Einstein
And you Sir have explained it simply...
Absolutely phenomenal!
Thanks for sharing.
God bless!
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Yes, it would work for every emotion but you would want to breathe the emotion, "serenity" rather than "calmness."
Serenity is an emotion where as calmness comes as a result of an emotion.
You would also want to determine your character's Objective for the scene as well. It is the combination of the Emotion & Objective which creates the authentic human behavior.
I'm a middle aged American man, decent looking, living in an Asian country. I just got my residence visa, so I can do whatever work I want to now. I replied to some ads on facebook and craigslist for acting and model agents. I've been a silent extra two times, and then one commercial (also silent). Now, next week, I have two actual movie auditions. So here I am watching youtube videos on how to act . Oh, and Brad is the best I've found so far, hands down.
Good luck! What movies are you auditioning for?
I'm studying theater in college and have gone through almost 2 years now.
The funny thing is I've never heared such helpful things during this time. I currently live in Sweden and I'm planning to keep studying as an actor in maybe USA in a couple of years, that's a very big dream of mine and i know this is what i want to do in the future.
Any advice on some good acting schools out there in NY and LA?
I would be very thankful for a answer!
Thank you :)
***** Okay, thanks! I will look it up :)
I live in Sweden too! I'm only 16 and next year i'm going to start study theater :)
Have you always had the 'acting bug'? Because for me it came recently. And i'm feeling a bit intimidated. One reason for that is because i don't really know who i am yet in terms of fashion and style and everyone else seem to know. And also, i want to make it in the U.S. but i have an hard time getting rid of my Swedish accent.
Hi i am almost 35 and have twelve days left to finish drama school here in Greece.I had the same thoughts when i was in the beginning but soon realized that my age is not a disadvantage but in the contrary the experiences that i gained through my life helped me very much
Im pleased to hear you found the videos helpful. Have you ever considered getting lessons with Brad Heller via webcam on Skype? They are extremely effective.
I'm not even an actor I was just trolling thru utube and found this....I watched it paused it and to try this method .... and within seconds I cried on que yet fought the tears with a trembling smile because that's the feel the character needed.... I still felt the connection to this "girlfriend" I was now parting from after ten years yet I felt I had to quote "be a man" and accept that I was letting her/us go...instantly I was able to deliver that conflicted emotion WITHOUT drawing on any real life experience.....that was pretty cool BUT it took two or three minutes to turn the emotions off....I still was fighting tears and looking indifferent after I wrapped my scene lol GOOD COACHING!!
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! That's so great you were able to practice the technique and see instant results like that. If you are ever interested in lessons, be sure to contact us. Brad Heller offers group acting lessons, online acting lessons (Skype) and private coaching. For more info visit our website www.thehellerapproach.com
Hi Ronnie,
Thank you for your interest in my acting technique. Is Skype your only option for acting lessons? We also have classes twice a week at our studio in Hollywood. It would be great to have you start taking classes.
My mind is so blow away right now, thanks for the tips
I still got alot to learn
and now I think, i get the idea.
Thanks Mr. Brad!
The hard part about acting is just memorizing the script
Thank you for your support to the channel! Many people struggle with memorizing but when you know your lines, there is so much more freedom in your work. That's when you can really let go and have fun!
A buddy of mine today told me the best way he is able to memorize lines is the record yourself saying them, and just listen to them on repeat while you do everything (driving, chores, exercising). Pretty soon, you won’t even realize that you have absorbed the lines and you can perform them!
For me keeping the performers the same for each cut and Angle
Annie Houston it’s kinda like listening to one of your favorite songs over and over; you kind of learn the words and absorb them and can sing them, but you are acting them.
Line taking technics
Free your mind!
Or read your lines more very early in the morning.
understand the meaning and the goal of the lines.
@nofilac
i said "sadness" after about 20 or so seconds, i started getting teary eyed. thank you so much for this. this is really going to help me out
in time...you wont have to sell your things...it will just happen when its right.
All the Best to YOU!
Brian Heller has a good sense on acting.
Finally somebody who makes SENSE! This guy really does know what he's talking about...hmmm....wonder what he charges for lessons.
Hi, I really love your videos , they helped me a lot.But I have a something that concerns me and you might be able to help me.
I wanted to become an actress since I remember myself .I always loved the idea of acting in Hollywood or in general. I'm now 15 years old ,I don't live in the us and what I want to do is to first become an American citizen and then start my acting career. But i have no experience and the problem is that no one in my family or anyone I know is supportive and they keep discurouging me.I still want to become an actress though and I will do anything but I'm not an adult yet and I can't pay for acting/drama classes.What should I do? Can I learn anything from online "classes" like yours?
Same!!! :(
Hi Irene,
Thank you for your kind word and support to the channel! There are many similar stories out there just like yours. We want to encourage you to pursue that artistic passion inside of you that wants to create! Relocating to the US to become and actress is a very big step. We would first recommend that you get some training. I know you mentioned that you don't have much support from your family but if you can find a way to take classes that would be the first step! Brad Heller has taught many people outside of the US over Skype webcam. These would be considered our online acting lessons. A one on one training session just for you! What you may also want to think about is volunteering at a local theatre or somewhere that you can be learning from other actors who are pursuing the same dream as you! For more information regarding Skype lessons, and the Heller Approach Acting School, please visit our website www.thehellerapproach.com You will find everything you need to know there! Also, for more acting tips follow us on Instagram instagram.com/thehellerapproach/
We wish you the very best. It would be wonderful to set you up with some training when you find the time to do so. Cheers!!
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Wow! I absolutely loved watching this, you were a very good speaker and I was intrigued. I've always had the dream of being an actor, and this relaxed me and comforted me, because I knew I had something to rely on if I ever needed guidance.
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel! That's wonderful this lesson made you feel relaxed and at ease. Acting should be fun! If you're interested in lessons be sure to check out our website www.thehellerapproach.com It would be great to work with you!
Please go to our website at: www.TheHellerApproach.com and click on the tab 'classes'
That was a great video, I've often thought about acting and people have told me I should try it, but I've always been to nervous and shy. Over the last few days I've been looking at how actors get noticed and what lessons actors take and where they take them etc. But this is the first video I've watched about acting lessons and the exercise worked for me (least I think i did) I got really hot and my hands started to feel sticky, so I'll definitely be watching more, thanks.
Poor Dog lol!!
my gosh! The best explanation about acting ive EVER seen !
how can i have my chance to proove myself that am good in acting :/
am thinking of making my own movie.. do u think its a good idea?
somethen small , to show my skills... do u recomand that ?-?-
You are Very talented and You Explain more than we need to know, don't take it as a bad thing i mean that you explain everything perfectly, i applied for an acting part and you Explained everything there can be. THANK YOU VERY MUCH
Well, Brando always said "... acting is reacting." Stella Adler would tell her her students, "Darlings, don't take your characters home with you." That's what can induce mental duress if you do. I am also of the belief that the current vogue of "less is more" produces only homogeneous and technically proficient actors. Where are the personality driven actors of today? They seem non-existent. One can tell by the fact that impressionists can't find modern actors to parody in their acts because there's little about those actors that are distinctive enough to recognize. If the 50s to the 70s were the Renaissance of acting, this could be considered the Mannerist period.
I love the Heller Approach...lovely explained...this is a very revolutionary way of acting...Cheers...
am i the only one watching this in 2016
+jas mine nope
I am too🙋
I'm watching....do you think this counts as acting lessons? if I put on my resume that I watched a bunch of free videos on RUclips would be taken seriously by a casting director?
+maisha eugene I was thinking the exact same thing . Would it ?
+Suiry Fuentes nope
yes! I loved it. I like the interaction of the students as well the cold reading scene in the other video
Thank you for your subscription to the channel! So glad you enjoy our video's as well as Brad Heller's teaching. For more information, check out our website www.thehellerapproach.com Also, you are welcome to audit a first time class for free! Hope to hear from you!
hihihi... who is watching this in 2017!
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Wow, I never thought about it this way. I think you're absolutely right. Thanks for the video.
+David Swanson ,
Thank you for your kind words and support to the channel. If you would like to learn more about The Heller Approach please check out our website and stay tuned for more acting videos! www.thehellerapproach.com
This is fake and an illusion...Criss Angel is NOT an acting teacher...
Joe Davola 😂
Joe Davola CRAZY JOE DAVOLA
That's rude, you could learn from people who are in the business. Just because he is not a famous well know actor doesn't mean he doesn't know the basics.
hahahaaaaa faaak
that's not what he said tho@@erickaguero1439
The best I've ever seen and I didn't even pay for it!
anybody watching this in 2017?
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Sorry to leave so much on your page here, I just appreciate the validity of what you are saying and wanted to speak with you. I will subscribe. I want to move into acting as I enter 50+. I'm moving back to NYC and will be going into a commercial career doing TV, print, and possibly film. Thanks again for your classes.