Essential Acting Lesson for Beginners | Making Strong Choices

Making choices is an important part of the acting process. Let's talk about what acting choices are and how we can use them to make our acting more believable, realistic, and truthful.
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[@ActingCareerCenter]

Bob is now in anger management classes. Thanks for your concern.

[@BeastShortCuts]

That's probably for the best lol

[@christinecase4001]

I laughed too hard at this comment

[@robertlaporte2998]

No not any more they asked me to leave or the cops would be called again!

[@averhamilton8823]

HAHAHA. I made almost the same choices as Kurt on the 'painter' take. Same timing and everything. It made me very happy hahaha

[@glorythompson3656]

@@robertlaporte2998 lol

[@asharmstrong248]

This has taught me more in fourteen minutes than my theatre teacher has in three years

[@tiktokhits7354]

# Neil Armstrong LOL

[@lexim1497]

Damm !!! 😂😂😂😂👍

[@Filthyrebel]

Agreed! I've been told I'm a natural just need tweaking with a coach and this fourteen minute video has made me want to go for it!

[@agnesmors]

Why is this so common with so many types of schools

[@chuggermagic]

I did an acting module in the last year of school and received literally zero instruction, just given a script and thrown on stage. The teacher saw that I didn't know what I was doing, instead of giving a 5 minute lesson on the very basics was just given a role as a plant pot basically. Extremely demoralising.

[@worse0185]

anybody else got up and acted like they were acting “get the hell out of my house” hahahahaha

[@ajthewchaser2227]

Yeah I actually did

[@cherrijohnson2277]

Yep lol

[@alexabell5004]

Yeppp

[@watchjuggernaut9405]

Lol…I’m not the only one

[@madisonsutton2155]

Thank god it wasn't just me

[@rosea4623]

he absolutely ATE every scene too 😭

[@strwbry_rblx]

Im not an actor AT ALL but ive aspired to be one since i was little. This helped me to realize that there are different ways to approach different emotions. Tysm

[@charleswest6372]

Any line can be said 20 different ways. It's emotion of a line that gives it power.

[@rand_-mk5lb]

You can be an actor.

[@annamariaklassen3757]

I really like how you give us real examples and don't only talk about how to do something. Thank you so much for giving all those advices. :)

[@tracywhipple4364]

My poor dog has now gotten the hell out of my house...and back in...four times.

[@ActingCareerCenter]

😂😭

[@mlmiller2267]

That was hilarious.

[@shelmithseth7645]

hahahahah! this is so sad and hilarious all at the same time

[@saidaterer5196]

😂😂

[@mnlight_marie2110]

The poor dog 😞

[@nauseous_honey]

THIS HELPED SO MUCH ive decided to audition for my local theater group and this really helped me out

[@rhashmi75]

Did you get it!?

[@Tina-uf7cq]

did u get the role?

[@user57201]

did you get in?

[@reesezpiecess]

Did you get in??

[@MzLullaby7]

How did it go?

[@x12624]

I recently started taking acting classes mainly as a goal to improve confidence and public speaking. This taught me a lot on how to perform and think when a script is given

[@user-lb8qx8yl8k]

This is exactly why I searched "basic acting lessons" and then clicked on this video. My social anxiety has gotten worse over the last few years. In addition to that I teach for a living. I thought acting lessons could help with confidence.

[@aleeschamirza]

I came here looking for some basics of acting, as a begginer I recorded myself with the monologue, and it turned out pretty weird to me 😅 my social skills are almost zero, it wasn't always the case, infact I was a social butterfly but something happened that changed me into someone who stopped going out with people, not making friends anymore, speak only when spoken to. It has taken a toll on my confidence so much that I used be a natural actor and now, I don't know who I am anymore 😭

[@trysam6952]

In 12th grade in school we had a theater project... We had two casts for each role because we had like 4 performances... The person who played the same character as me also thought that anger = yelling = good acting... While he did his job pretty good, I think that yelling just didn't fit the character there... I tried it in a calmer and colder way and people actually liked it...

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how uncommonly interesting

[@theshield2207]

Semen

[@Ducky4Dinner]

I didn’t know how many different ways you can say 1 sentence thanks for the help man

[@lexim1497]

😂😂😂 there are so many different ways, it's all about the way u say it and the look on your face 🙂👍

[@alexachavez3156]

I have always thought that when someone is angry you have to yell so this helped a lot thanks Mr. Yue!!!!

[@nee-chanhime6662]

I took this line in so many different directions at one point I was crying while my cats just stared at me 😂😂

[@roniupliftsllc8932]

Wow that's awesome.

[@ookieee]

Same

[@joshuacastro206]

At the end when you talked about committing to a choice to show you can act, reminds me of one of my favourite casting stories. Chadwick Bosman auditioned for Drax for Guardians of the Galaxy. The casting directors said he played him with a calm powerful regality that didn't quite fit what they had in mind so he didn't get the role. But low and behold when they needed a Black Panther, guess who was the first person they called? Chadwick truly believed in his choice for Drax was right. It turned out to be the exact opposite of what they wanted but his commitment to his choice showed them something crucial. That he was an MF ACTOR, and he was confident, talented, and knew his shit. He wouldn't have been able to show off his range if he didn't do his homework and committed 100% to his choice. And hey, Directors took notice of his talent and kept him in mind for other projects. Rest in Peace legend.

[@jamesprestage3356]

Thanks man you've really helped me and I aspire to be more than just a actor. I want to preform art. I want my acting to change someones thought on situation that they've never seen before. To open the mind and make art. Not just acting. Art. I want to make art. Here in Mississippi there isn't much opportunity but I'm here to help my grandmother. So I been preparing myself and practicing and you've helped with that. I only wish I could thank you in person

[@ActingCareerCenter]

Best of luck to you!

[@NiharikaNandy]

James Prestage same here

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@@ActingCareerCenter How long has you been acting?

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@@ActingCareerCenter Hello Mr? Me really needs help because acting is my dream and am very excited to join

[@tshepi_priddygal4082]

You are a great acting coach, I have been researching about acting and couldn’t find any help but a friend referred me to you and you are helpful

[@hananmp2386]

I'm facing the same situation

[@paisleycranford3140]

The way that you put so much emotion in "Get the hell out of my house!" gave me literal chills. It is so amazing and this is what inspired me to get into acting!

[@LiamAaronGillan]

I'm 27, feel like I'm very late to start learning acting but I would truly love to do it. Thank you for the lessons, maybe one day, I'll be in something people may see!

[@rileychase1543]

I dont think so.... Not everyone is A 20 25 year old character if you start acting now why couldn't you have a good career in your 30s 40s. and past that?

[@xochi8126]

There is an amazing actor with no relatives that are famous and didn’t have any famous friends and he started acting in his late thirties so I believe people can start acting at any age without needing connection to alrdy famous people. He’s an inspiration to many people including me.

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bro you cand oanything you fucking want. i belive in you. go after that dream dawg. cause if you do ill love you forever

[@kaitlyng7850]

@@mayracastillo1058 i love this :)

[@einsteineny5335]

Hey old man, am 27 too and I think you not as late as you think you are!

[@tinachristoxo]

This was super helpful, thank you. It's sometimes very easy to spot when an actor's tone doesn't quite fit the dialogue or context, but it's so much harder to get it right when you're the one acting!

[@keenan544]

In other words, utilize improvisation to yours and everyone's benefits in each environment or scene. Thanks!

[@ActingCareerCenter]

Excellent

[@noone.51]

@@ActingCareerCenter hey i can do acting. i know how to do it. but my face expression sucks. so what can i do 😔 ?

[@zoekroutz435]

@@noone.51 hey! I know you weren’t asking me but I would honestly just recommend to do just whatever just comes to you naturally and don’t force something, and something else is that, do what you think the character would do. You know what I mean, put yourself in their shoes and show how they would react

[@noone.51]

@@zoekroutz435 thanks for your advice i really respect that . but you imma just a failure, not good at even a single thing. i can see where my future going :)

[@cyrrdven]

@@noone.51 Remember to move your eyebrows. I do horror modeling and acting so expression is very important and at first I wasn't happy with my photos because my face looked flat. Then I realized my eyebrows never changed, so I started paying more attention to what each muscle in my face was doing while I was acting and modeling. If your scared or surprised, you can't just widen your eyes and open your mouth. You need to shoot those eyebrows up there. If you're confused, you might raise one eyebrow as high as you can. It really helps.

[@thatonedude4036]

Tomorrow I have an audition for a show and I got real nervous about messing up. This video helped a lot!!❤️

[@bernadettejanssen2754]

I swear, I've taken more away from this 14min video than years of acting classes. You're such an incredible teacher Kurt. LOVE all your videos!! 😍

[@charleswest6372]

I studied actual movie lines by famous actors. It gave me much more than school

[@natedogg7488]

THANK YOU for being so clear on this! Everyone always says "make strong choices" but are never specific by what they mean. Thanks man!! Your awesome!

[@QuietlyCurious]

You take the basics that are overwhelmingly taught as esoteric babble and explain them in clear cut practical terms. It's amazingly helpful and sobering, thank you 🙏

[@livnlearnent]

I am a sag Aftra actor that has credits etc, and I want to say I continue to learn from you so much every time and thank you for sharing this valuable information it is very helpful and very appreciated

[@goodspeedelectric8541]

Got an disney acting audition in 20 mins thx ☺️

[@abdiwahabhassan5080]

Aii I'm curious how did it go?

[@corrinenicole4995]

How did it go?

[@genesisrivera1614]

How did it go?

[@darkx6869]

Hello?

[@aznverse9618]

You get the job?

[@boiyuta573]

Your the reason I have started taking acting classes and started making the right decisions in my acting career! thank you so much! Your such an awesome teacher!!!

[@hlonni_chelsea6711]

The last part responds to why some actors find themselves winning roles they did not audition for. The director is able to see other things in you while you are auditioning, because you have made a choice and were not afraid to put it out there.

[@johnloconte634]

Hey, Kurt. I am not sure if you're still checking your feedback, but your delivery is smart and succinct, your words are wise, and you are someone who immediately drew my respect in your humbly delivering gems of advice. I am a psychologist who is contemplating a detour into acting post retirement, and I really enjoyed this video. Thank you.

[@StephenVTran]

I’m not an actor, but I got a role I’m trying to book and I’ve been looking for a channel like yours. Thanks for your advice!

[@alonso6836]

I’d always wanted to be an actor since I was a kid, but I hadn’t and haven’t done anything yet, but now I’ve been watching some of your videos and I’m starting to love it even more, thank you so much for the videos!

[@Jæææ]

I love writing stories and acting. I'm so inspired by the stories others create inside their heads, and I would love to play one of their characters. Thank you for helping me, I have an audition in September and I hope I'll get accepted !

[@pamelabarrett1365]

Thank you, Mr. Yue: I like😄 this already . . . that I gave it a thumbs up 👍 even before viewing the entire video. God bless, and be safe 😷.

[@ActingCareerCenter]

Thank you for watching!

[@pamelabarrett1365]

U R welcome 😊. Thanks 4 assisting us. U're doing a good job. I just recently learned of your 'Kurt Yue Studio'; Awesome 😄👍.

[@roverdover4449]

Those audition examples were spine-tingling good. Thank you.

[@christinawhite5431]

this really helped me. I did a virtual audition but they now want to meet me for a face to face so this might help. to get into the emotions and to become that character

[@vivvianalicante]

The reason I've learn acting is either to lie or to hide "Sadness"

[@jacobedecruz5350]

God can take a bad reason and turn it into a great goal!!! I wish you all the luck in your next audition 👏👏🙌🙏

[@favorohanwe9575]

who else felt the part when he acted the "get the hell outta my house" oooosh shiver me timbers

[@allinadaysreview3027]

Hey, Kurt, I am 13 years old and have wanted to be an actor for some time now and you've been a group big help in my research and I was watching your video on Union vs non-union and I want to do the union option or the sag-Aftra but I'm not sure if I can sign up when I'm still a kid and I looked into the eligibility and I was going to do one of the choices like ACTRAor AEA but I'm not sure if I can sense I'm Still A minor is there any way you could help make a video or a series on all the steps but for minors or teens like it would be really helpful if you could do a video on the best way to get casting calls or to get booked for minors.

[@saraSara-bc7kn]

yesss im 15 and an aspiring actress and I'd love that vid

[@papahamdrew9962]

I’m 15 and also trying to pursue acting. I wish us all good luck👍

[@nikakalabi7944]

Hi so I don't know if this helps but I just turned twelve years old and I have been wanting to be an actor for some time now and I have my first audition on zoom. And this audition isn't for a tv show it's for producers or directors or even people from Netflix or Disney plus to see my acting skills to THEN give me a job. So I recommend to do one of those auditions to see where to go and then you can start acting in tv shows, movies, commercials, or anything u want to do😁

[@saraSara-bc7kn]

@@nikakalabi7944 thank youuu

[@deaconyang4236]

Y’all I’m 14 almost 15 too

[@impulsivewanderer]

This was really helpful, my first impulse was 100% to yell and then when you explained the breakdown It really got me to introspect and to think how I rarely if ever yell. I love this ty!

[@darkhunter5198]

I got a virtual audition tomorrow this helps a bit 😅 I got zero experience on acting but everyone says life is to short enjoy it while it last.

[@myadeol8997]

Can we all just appreciate the amazing quality of these videos

[@loyalsubject7452]

oh my god your acting is so good left me literally speechless

[@taralohr5319]

This was so so incredible. You are an incredible actor. I can’t wait to watch all your other videos. Thank you so much for posting these

[@katekirkham1]

i have to play hamlet in front of the whole school in like four weeks and i have exactly zero acting experience. good video!

[@bokim2530]

Can you do one about what to expect on the first day of set?

[@ActingCareerCenter]

Great idea!

[@audreymeyer5616]

This is great. I knew that there was more than one way to be angry, but some of them you brought to my attention I didn't even think about!

[@trilljungle9787]

I almost left my house...phenomenal acting

[@boomtopics]

thank you so much. Ive been in acting class for 2 months and you have taught me more in this one video than I all those classes combined lol thank you

[@liyahhk3922]

Literally doing a marathon of all your videos!!!

[@murphy..350]

You thought me what my teachers couldn’t do in 3 years in 14 minutes Im greatful for finding this channel 💯

[@growthedistance1437]

This is AWESOME! I an acting newbie. I really like the way you lay everything out in a clear way. Thank you!

[@EjRidenhour]

This actually helped a lot it’s the small things you don’t think makes a difference makes a huge difference

[@Alberichlover]

Why is this my theatre assignment 😭😭

[@Jessica-Jasmine-Green]

"They don't know what they want until they see it" this describes every boss ever LOL

[@bradleyuzoma]

This was such a fantastic video. So helpful in getting me out of my audition funk.

[@ScreenplayExperiment]

Being a budding filmmaker (who wants to directs an actor) This helps me a lot.

[@fabienneburkhardt2832]

My question would be if you necessarily need to study acting for becoming an actress or if it’s already good to take acting lessons. Also thank you for everything you have taught me so far:)

[@caseydennis7441]

I No nothing about acting. This has given me an insight on acting

[@AhmedTVED4]

I thought thats the director’s Choice to tell you how to approach the Lines and scene.. thanks sir I’m learning things from you everyday.

[@ActingCareerCenter]

It's a collaboration with the actors. But typically, the director does have the final say.

[@brunettegirl_]

I love acting so much I can’t explain. when I’m on the jimmy fallon talk show, I’ll be sure to give you credits :)

[@space_4736]

Love your enthusiasm kid, never stop dreaming🫶🏻

[@igulotjudith581]

Thank u Mr Yue. Am taking this in my book coz am determined I want to be an actress this is helping me so much

[@OverWeb11]

Hey, thank you so much. I really needed this tip in acting because let’s say that my first short film was a flop. So I really appreciate for making a video of this particular tip.

[@yousufkazi02]

Right now I'm preparing for a 10-page monologue which i have to say very fast but not compromising with putting the character into life!! Give me some tips plz

[@MatthewG88]

Don’t miss a line 😂

[@ActingCareerCenter]

Very hard to help you with this without actually seeing you do it. I recommend working with an acting coach who can watch you perform it and give you feedback

[@nachojoe8188]

I have wondered for years what it would be like to act or entertain. People have told me I’m expressive and funny many times (I kind of see it). I typed in “acting classes” in the KZbin search bar. This video came up. I’m not sure if I have a future in acting. However, when I walked in the living room practicing this line, my wife hired a lawyer. Seriously though, I’ve started watching your videos and really enjoy your content. Thanks

[@holly4554]

It literally been bingeing all of your videos. They're so helpful thank you!

[@GenesisArris-yx5vp]

I had only one acting experience in 3rd grade people said I was so good at it from there I have build passion about acting hence still working on opportunities and ways to reach my dream, thank you for the video...

[@ArunMPEdison]

Thank you for the great guidance and taking time for the non-experienced and making this series.

[@mohankiran06]

My first ever video am watching on acting , best introduction I can get , many thanks

[@mirhasanoddname]

I could always come out with all these different ways of saying a sentence but found it hard to actually choose one and commit to it

[@angelb8317]

Yeah that seems to be an issue for me, I can say it completely differently every single time 😂

[@keirapotts2342]

I have been acting for 8 years and this video has definitely taught me more !

[@keirapotts2342]

@Tyler Harris nearly 13

[@nathaliebatiste9521]

Great video Gave many examples of what looked like an easy, and cut and dry line.

[@iberiasciacca]

Very Insightful. Thank you very much for sharing. You expanded my understanding how you explained different scenarios.

[@JaimeJoseHernandez]

Can you make a video on how to stay in the moment/scene?

[@ActingCareerCenter]

I'll add it to my list of future videos for sure

[@liquidbraino]

There's exercises they do at the Meisner schools which help you develop focus like the repetition exercise and independent activities. Once you've been at it for a few months or years you almost forget that you're on stage. But it takes lots of practice and rehearsal.

[@bellamosiman8619]

I finally found an account that makes sense to me. Wish I would have found this sooner but at least I found it better now then never

[@on-sitemedia1669]

I really needed this have been watching different videos but this is super dope for me.. Am a new beginner actress

[@alzbetamalovcova7932]

I like the note “Life, uh, finds a way” on your wall.

[@lewistoms452]

Hey this is awesome I got a lead role in the school musical somehow and I have no experience with acting😂 this is a massive help thanks so much 👍

[@justanopinionsincerelynoof3860]

Thank you so much for this video. I am going to direct my first short film; script is mine too. I was feeling very overwhelmed thinking I need to know each and every facet of the characters. When you said the director and actor can sit and figure how they want the character to be, I felt a weight lifted off my shoulders. 😊 liked and subscribed!❤️

[@user-lo9vu8ok1m]

This was GOLD. Thank you for what you do.

[@janhvinarayan1633]

he's such a good actor, omg

[@yousufkazi02]

Amazing video!!! Plz post these type of videos for aspiring actors as it is very hard to go to an acting class due to this pandemic!! Atleast we'll learn some acting skills from you instead of wasting our time and waiting for COVID-19 to get over!!

[@ActingCareerCenter]

More videos coming

[@chrissie-484]

I concur!

[@averhamilton8823]

DONT WAIT lol! read all of the books on his shelf there and self tape/monolouge work err'day! lets get it yo!

[@Matt-ek6bf]

You just earned another subscriber. I'm been thinking a lot lately about becoming an actor and these lessons are helping a lot. Thank you so much for doing this!

[@reinout1489]

Very interesting video. I don't know what I want to be but acting is always gonna stay open and this gave me a better insight on how magical this industry is and what makes acting so fun

[@AssimweZoe]

I have always being looking for a, acting teacher but finally I got one! Thanks❤

[@thepcgamer7678]

I'm just a self taught person of acting when I started to pursue my dream and practice and reading I've came to my own realizations that actors have done is the exact same as what I've came up with. Example reading a script and you just see the characters qualities basically everything from the expression to what emotions are there in the scene. What is really cool I've never hear anyone being able to do this and that's knowing what gender is talking in the scene without any his,he,she,her and names. Now what I like for me is placing my self into the characters shoes I'm also very good at expressing real emotions wether it be sad angry crying etc that I can do all this on cue because I use my certain memory that ik will make me feel that real emotion. What do you think of this and my question for you is all I've said do I have what actors have and do. I'd love to hear a professionals thoughts.

[@jamaurharris338]

I really desire to become an actor have huge passion since I was 14.I have people doubt me in thinking I can’t make it which me to be discouraged an dispirited to gain my confidence to go school.. watching you’re video change things .. ✊🏿

[@roddydabronx1573]

Really diggin this video.. and learning a lot .. I appreciate the time ya take to pass on your knowledge & techniques to be successful in this career... people think acting is “ easy”.. I’m here to tell ya.. in my opinion.. if you think it’s easy to “ act”.. you’re not doing it right ... I can only specie myself I know.. so I will... I painted for almost 40 years and have busted my hump in a 12-16 hour day... yeah... of course I came home tired.. but, I did a 6 hour shoot and by the time I was done & I got home I was sick to my stomach tired .. emotionally shot down.. and I slept like a baby that night. I know ( for me) that I put everything I have into my roles.. not that I have to dig down deep to bring out my character.. it’s not that.. all my roles so far has been “ the heavy”.. and often had the directors I’ve worked with say “ just be you” how would Roddy handle this or say this”.. which has made it somewhat easier for me. But still when I’m done I am emotionally tired ...

[@Shatan-oh5gd]

Watching frm Mumbai,India nd I have my auditions on Friday hope for the best! Thanks! This was so helpful ❤

[@basicallydeadbooks000]

This is such a good video. I always struggled with tone and repeating the same choices so thank you!!

[@pulanejoyce1414]

When I opened KZbin I was not looking for a video like this Kurt But now that I have watched it I am really happy🎉 and I'm really going to practice what you have taught me 😊 Thank you so much Kurt🙏

[@creativia6639]

I'm new here, it was a very good video, thank you! I subscribed ^^

[@mustafanabil8106]

First time to watch you, I am really enjoyed this video and I will try to do it in my class

[@madhurjoshi1808]

Great information, thanks a lot, love from India ❤️

[@ActingCareerCenter]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rejoicegabriella2365]

Am from nigeria and I love how u teach acting and if I end up becoming one I will not forget u

[@manpreetrathorecreations3127]

Very useful tips for acting sir. I subscribed after this ❤️

[@emmysoncrant6253]

I am thirteen and am in a local theatre improv class and a play.I love acting and will do my best in life to act .Even if all I'm ever going to do in life are plays I will cherish ever moment I get.Acting is just like reading, its a different world you get to escape too.But its better you get to be the character you read about and your not just talking to yourself anymore you get to act with fellow actors who are being the other characters!Its amazing,beautiful,wonderful,exciting,scary,and dramatic.Its anything and everything.

[@dancin3235]

I was zoning out a little but then when this scene played i got so scared 😂 5:15

[@malibum2347]

🤣🤣

[@watchjuggernaut9405]

Before you got to the point I was asking myself what made Bob mad???…such a great point!!!

[@actorpoet53]

Love your videos!! They have been so helpful and I want you to know how much I appreciate you and all of the information you share Kurt. One suggestion: include your name in the text of the video. ❤

[@twylightmoon]

Thank you for this. I'm just starting out in acting and want my auditions to go well