Every Audition is a Win - Even if You Don't Book It

[@ActingCareerCenter]

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[@sleeplessdreamer210]

Do you respond to comments? I need some guidance on finding a suitable drama school. How do I tell if one is right for me? Do I need an official four or two year school? Or just a couple of choice classes? Any help would be largely appreciated! I never began taking classes seriously until you mentioned it in one of your videos, and given your background, I trusted your opinion much more. Thank you for your channel and program!

[@tommcilwain73]

This is a good one, Kurt. Everyone, even veterans, need to be reminded of this. Every audition is an opportunity to impress a casting director. I recently read for a character on a Hulu series. I immediately thought I'm a terrible fit for this, but I did my absolute best. I didn't book it. But I was asked to read for another role in the series a week later and, boom. Booked it.

[@StoicGod]

I am indian . So can i come in hollywood .. and how can i learn your accent. And give online auditions plz tell me

[@dimitrimichelis]

The advice all of us aspiring actors need to remind ourselves every day. Thank you Kurt you're the man!!

[@sabyasachipatra8086]

is not it so sad and worst that u can't work for ur dreams..u know acting alone feels so pleased nd hearing nd watching movies star's work nd expecting..nd dreaming ur self in there place is so much close nd a true feeling..but when we see we can't follow our dreams now nd never ..then this life seems so worthless..tears rolls down everytime we realise that..I want to be an acter..I'm good looking but not so much..ihve insecurities too..the world is so cheap nd selfish either I act ..but is it enough ..no I need practice..but I'm poor..I can't afford good acting classes with my studies..do I hve enough time..no I hve to support my family financial too..am I talented no..I hve to learn nd be skilled but after that too the people in this industry give more rejection than The test of God...it's hilarious nd sad too..it's sarcastic but it's true nd I can't find .. what ese is for me but acting nd dancing.. I love doing it..I'm now 18nd soon I will be turning into 30..life is so short..nd dream is so big..

[@blaize2638]

My career highlight in acting won't be getting an Oscar it would be getting to act in a scene with you. Keep up the awesome work, you've helped me properly evaluate how I want my career to go and the best ways to go about doing it. If this channel didn't exist I would of done everything a beginning actor shouldn't do and I would of traveled to the wrong places. Thank you, truly!

[@AnibalFraquelli]

As usual, real knowledge is transferred! Thank you Kurt!

[@actorpoet53]

Question: Does accepting the audition even though you might not fit the role extend to having your rep submit you to casting? I sometimes get the feeling that reps send out blind emails to All talent on the roster, and that it's up to us, talent i.e., to see if there's a match.

[@demon9401]

Kurt I just saw you in cobra kai season 4 trailer 🤩🤩🤩💥💥💥

[@amankadambotaslam7143]

Can you make a video of building a character , preparing for a role and breaking down a script . On any of these topics ??? Please.

[@waffle_fries9322]

*me once again wondering how tf I'm gonna explain to my mom why I want to move to America for acting*: *also me*: has a playlist, two notebooks of notes and thinking of making a powerpoint to explain The PlanTM

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

There are great opportunities in every country. Literally every country. Don't let the fact you're not in Hollywood set you back.

[@lucindamay]

Totally agree with this. You Do Not need to move to America to be an actor. Everywhere makes commercials, tv shows, and movies...it is much easier to start local and grow from that.

[@babydollva6652]

Got the role on my very first audition *ever* a few days ago thanks to your channel! I'm 14 and want to be a professional actor/model, but my parents won't do anything so I have to do it all my own, but I'm so glad I found your videos! I'm on my way to pursue the career of my dreams, and I thank you for making it possible!

[@maisiecoshall3962]

hey, i’m 14 too and i keep asking my parents to let me attend an acting class, but they won’t do anything. how have you done it by yourself. thankuuu

[@mylaacreed5779]

I have a showcase coming up in a few months and your videos are really helping me out in feeling more confident even if I don’t sign with an agent again. It won’t be the end of the world. Thank you for you helpful advice!

[@bambinocinefilo9702]

I’m excited to watch the show you’re now working on…

[@jarry8150]

great video, thats happen to me a couple times, audition for a lead. Didn't book but came back to me for a reoccuring guest star role. Series regular role. Also, being check on availability for projects. Just more signs to keep going!

[@pizazzulous6921]

Thanks for creating these videos, Kurt!! I'm 12 years old and I really want to become a voice actress. Your videos have helped me SOO MUCH!! THANK YOU!! ❤❤❤

[@christopherbrownmaaga4668]

Do a video about speech and scripts

[@13lordb]

I feel like I've seen him in Shang Chi

[@BKSinghRakhra]

learned few new points. thank you.

[@ScreenActingSuccess]

Saw you the other night as the clean cut doctor pedalling drugs to Michael Keaton in "Dopesick." Congratulations!

[@dutch2a497]

I have my first audition for a speaking role coming up and your videos are so helpful! BTW my family cheered for you when we watched Black Widow! Thanks again Kurt!

[@ActingCareerCenter]

Best of luck with your audition!

[@wilks_7503]

Good luck

[@sabyasachipatra8086]

@@ActingCareerCenter is not it so sad and worst that u can't work for ur dreams..u know acting alone feels so pleased nd hearing nd watching movies star's work nd expecting..nd dreaming ur self in there place is so much close nd a true feeling..but when we see we can't follow our dreams now nd never ..then this life seems so worthless..tears rolls down everytime we realise that..I want to be an acter..I'm good looking but not so much..ihve insecurities too..the world is so cheap nd selfish either I act ..but is it enough ..no I need practice..but I'm poor..I can't afford good acting classes with my studies..do I hve enough time..no I hve to support my family financial too..am I talented no..I hve to learn nd be skilled but after that too the people in this industry give more rejection than The test of God...it's hilarious nd sad too..it's sarcastic but it's true nd I can't find .. what ese is for me but acting nd dancing.. I love doing it..I'm now 18nd soon I will be turning into 30..life is so short..nd dream is so big..

[@sabyasachipatra8086]

@@ActingCareerCenterdo u think u will get more work in future..or do U think u got this role bcoz u deserve..coz u worked hard ..so do everyone can get into this..if the work hard or u feel u r Lucky..nd u r thanking the God always for it..I wanna do it..I'm from India..wt I should do..

[@createmoney3297]

hey I don't live in America. I am planning to be a Hollywood actor.what preparation should I do before coming to america.l am just 15

[@arielkam7771]

Thank you once again

[@harshdhadse6078]

From watching this Video now I feel more Confident on myself, Thank you so much Kurt♥

[@thegrowgiver]

This is so encouraging. You are a huge inspiration to me brother. Thank you so much for sharing the value you give.

[@derkmyshmerk]

Hi Kurt I just wanted some advice. Atm im applying to join the airforce and I'll be required to stay in it for a minimum of six years. In this time, I won't have many oppurtunities to pursue acting. Should I continue applying or should I find a different job that allows me to pursue acting more. I know the latter sounds better off the bat but the airforce will pay me really well and will allow me to become really financially independent.

[@sabyasachipatra8086]

is not it so sad and worst that u can't work for ur dreams..u know acting alone feels so pleased nd hearing nd watching movies star's work nd expecting..nd dreaming ur self in there place is so much close nd a true feeling..but when we see we can't follow our dreams now nd never ..then this life seems so worthless..tears rolls down everytime we realise that..I want to be an acter..I'm good looking but not so much..ihve insecurities too..the world is so cheap nd selfish either I act ..but is it enough ..no I need practice..but I'm poor..I can't afford good acting classes with my studies..do I hve enough time..no I hve to support my family financial too..am I talented no..I hve to learn nd be skilled but after that too the people in this industry give more rejection than The test of God...it's hilarious nd sad too..it's sarcastic but it's true nd I can't find .. what ese is for me but acting nd dancing.. I love doing it..I'm now 18nd soon I will be turning into 30..life is so short..nd dream is so big..

[@이호현-b1v]

Thanks for your encouragement. I was depressed because clients chose another model for the role after callback. But I’ll look on the bright side.

[@cicinebula]

I don’t really book anything. I honestly feel pretty emotionally drained and financially drained from acting. Wish I could flip the script but 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

Do it part time. Most actors in Sacramento are that way. Even great actors.

[@BertheTanwoNjole]

So true ! I can relate 100% ❤ Do your best and keep believing 🙏🏾

[@critiquemyacting.18]

Hi i really like your content it's amazing. I would like to make a suggestion or a request but can you please tell some exercise for improve our facial expressions for acting? I would be really help full

[@seangauthier3901]

I recently got an audition for a theater project. I’m super excited about having an audition and an opportunity it’s to be on stage for the first time I decided to make a career change. That said, I don’t love the project very much. Should I cancel the audition, or go through with it in order to get more experience?

[@The_Darius_King]

Last month, I had an audition for a role in a movie starring Robert DeNiro and I didn't get it. Tbh I started doubting myself, but this video really helps alot.

[@robshimer]

Dude, your trailer has art! I have submitted and gotten auditions. I turned down one because I did not have time to record in time. I heard that They wanted Alexander Siddig to play Sisko but he was too young.

[@shezadkhalique]

Really great video. Thank you for sharing the different ways of getting booked with casting. Many things you mentioned I had no idea of.

[@aidenwolf1079]

This was very educating and boosted helped my confidence going into film acting at a young age! Thank you so much, love your videos!

[@tiredofthebs9]

I did one student film, one short film... and I'll be in a true crime TV show that will air on a network. Very nervous!

[@lizzy4013]

I’m not the best actor right now and i haven’t taken enough classes, but should I still go to auditions for experience? I want to improve but I don’t want to be known permanently as not ready years later even when I am ready later.

[@cherylpickett3581]

Thank you. I got a bunch of big auditions this year but didn’t get any. This gives me perspective!

[@ADifferentVibe]

I want to add something to Kurt's points that might help people auditioning. For me, I imagine the audition tape is the ACTUAL performance of the character I'm applying to play. Without costume or props or special camera angles or even the whole script - in that moment for those script sides, I'm playing character and giving it my best. Even when I shut off the camera, I sometimes give a bow in my studio space like an audience of the director, casting people etc were there! Because the casting directors are asking for a performance from you for that minute or so. You simply give it and then walk away knowing you did your best. If they want more from you, they'll come get you. Otherwise, you did your job to play the character. :) hope this mindset may help you!

[@viktoriaa_28]

Thank you for all your videos, they are so helpful and motivating!!!

[@cameronkennedy2697]

Hi aren't you Herman Choi in Insatiable, I freaking love that show.

[@kayleighdromgoole6505]

I am very interested in beginning acting classes. I aspire to be an actress and am ready to take the next steps to get to where I need to be, I am also a sophomore in college so right now I am saving up funds and waiting for my semester to end. I am a very shy person and I am hoping acting classes will also break me out of my shell, but can anyone tell me if acting classes require you to do plays and such? for an audience? I am more than willing to do so but am wanting to know ahead of time so I have a mental note!!!

[@kimmiet-t7899]

Tell me who that one dislike is 😂 anyways thank you so much Mr. Kurt I love your videos

[@murimilanic2745]

Always helpful. Thank you.🤝

[@bobsmith2943]

I have been acting 120 days and have had 42 auditions and no bookings. This was nice to hear.

[@clarkparker4860]

I've made exactly these mistake and have made excuses not to send out an e-cast. Thanks for the lesson. I'll take it to heart.

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

I've cast for a dozen projects. Believe me, if we like you, we will remember you. Ine guy auditioned for a role I had seen several years prior, but didn't cast. This time, we did. He was talented, pleasant to be around, was in time and knew his lines. Personality is a big deal. Don't be a jerk! LOL.

[@blueberry_ghoul_repaints]

So shortly speaking "jump on every opportunity"

[@awatt884]

Hey I love your channel. Do you have any tips for martial artists and what we should show off in our reels?

[@truongtholam8318]

Opportunity to make friend and always get the roles for not being the typecast are the most important things on auditions

[@Herbpocketproduction]

Now I don't feel so bad for not getting that role I auditioned for the other day...

[@bjwieland-doucet5917]

Thanks Kurt 😊 Great info. Only time I've turned down an audition is if its WAAAY out of my locality, no accomodarion or "deferred payment".

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

Deferred payment in film-spreak means 'no pay'.

[@lemonhead7102]

how much does dancing and gymnastics benefit you from getting booked in a audition?

[@TheDharmaDogs]

Just did my first self-tape and was just so excited to be asked.

[@uhhuh2262]

Can you do a video on how actors’ trailers are picked out, Like who gets what?

[@Chelseannamani]

This same incident happened to me, my agent sent me a role for a 22 year old and I'm not 22 and I declined it...but now I know why that happened... thanks kurt

[@LaurenceAdams]

I wanna see more of your character from Black Widow!!!

[@Allthatwethink]

Thank you, Kurt. I understand in this video you were speaking to auditioning to whatever is sent to you (if auditions are directly being sent to you) but what are your thoughts on that approach as it relates to online casting sites? Do you recommend auditioning for things that are posted that dont fit you? Do you think they would take it negatively if lets say im one race but i auditioned for a apart of another race? I understand this is your opinion on the matter and that we of course can make whatever decision we like, but I am new to this and would love your opinion? 😊

[@Michael-xs6ty]

Can I act in Hollywood while I live in Saudi Arabia

[@ImOlimarBoy]

Your from Conra Kai in the All Valley episode

[@ahmeddardirr]

Hi i wanna know what is a best acting class in usa and in a 3 cities like newYork, los Angeles, Atlanta

[@remial73]

may I ask if you know some website or apps where I can get a acting job like backstage like do I have a chance if I have backstage or starnow because I wanna be an actress on the USA but I live in Germany

[@lucindamay]

Start with acting classes, workshops, & getting an agent in Germany. You do not need to live in the US to be an actor.

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

Good advice. If some one just kills it in an audition, I'd certainly consider altering the character description. I'm casting for a short, and I have half a dozen 'governor staff'. One needs to speak Spanish at times. Does that mean a non-Hispanic can't speak Spanish? Nope. Superb acting is rare, so.. Great acting trumps a character description in many cases. Also, as Bryan Cranston has said, an actor's job is auditioning.

[@mcwoodyreacts4171]

I would love to be an actor I just get so nervous all the time

[@BertheTanwoNjole]

Hey Kurt ! I discovered your channel a week or two ago ! Since then, I've been watching a lot of your videos ! Really interesting! Thank you for your input and advices 🙏🏾 Congrats for all your achievements 🎊🎉 Big up from Belgium ☺️

[@janethosorio9992]

Thank very much for the video!!!!

[@jeffmungai4494]

Whew! Thank you Kurt I needed to hear this today!

[@christopherbrownmaaga4668]

Hi what about speech and scripts ?

[@DallasTeagueSnider]

Hey Kurt, beautifully said.

[@tuscanyfairer9547]

Thank you for this advice, as always it was really helpful 😊

[@davido8155]

You are on dope stick season 1 episode 3 54:54 on hulu

[@maggiejohnson9411]

Very encouraging thanks.

[@sarahfost]

Hope you see this! Could you talk about how you get paid and taxes and such? Did you have to set up an LLC, do you fill out a 1099 or something different? Thanks for all of the help you give!

[@cryptal]

"Hopefully" ............... made me laugh.

[@_kaythebutterfly7828]

Got my first official audition due tomorrow! (I got it yesterday 😬) wish me luck! Every audition is a win no matter what!

[@YuvalShaul]

I love this video a lot! gave me such of a fun & positive way to look at auditions. btw a question, are you going to be in cobra kai somewhere in season 4 / 5? because first time i saw you as george i was so suprised i got very proud, my reaction was like ''oh my gosh this is curt yue!''

[@ninatan2957]

Hi, your video is super helpful everytime! I've a question, recently I got many auditions from Actors Access, all are self types. If I don't be booked, am I still get in CD’s mind?

[@thecorreiachronicles6869]

Hey Kurt amazing video as always! I have a quick question or if anyone else in the comments could answer that would be amazing! But I was wondering if you have multiple agents for different regions or is it just your one agent? And if you do have multiple agents at what point did you think it made sense to try and find more then 1 agent for yourself? And if anyone else in the comments has more then one agent and would like to answer I would greatly appreciate it!!!

[@sabreewowweeanderson9205]

Congrats Kurt... soon/hopefully.. you will be doing all your videos from a trailer ..and new followers will be like " Where does this guy live ?? They don't have apartments in Atlanta" 😃

[@natnew3544]

Love ur videos 🔥💯

[@anniem4275]

Hello Kurt, I had a question to ask and would be truly grateful for your advice here- I am a complete beginner to this field and I just started taking classes with the Houde School of Acting 4 days ago. I'm 18 years old and I live in India. I'm confused if I should move to Australia and join a Drama School, or just take acting classes, 3 month courses or diploma courses ONLINE. So my question is, would you suggest a beginner who hasn't done any acting in highschool(we didn’t have any that in school) join a Drama School for a 3 year course, or take acting classes so that it doesn't feel overwhelming or entirely different when i join drama school? Are just acting classes enough. Thankyou so much. I have to say you're an excellent mentor and I've been experiencing a lot of mental clarity since watching your videos. Lots of love from India Would be VERY grateful to have your guidance. Thankyou

[@dustinandrews.k]

Great video yet again Kurt! With Black Friday and holiday shopping deals starting next week, what camera would you recommend to shoot your self tapes? I know you did a video about a year or two ago. I'm just curious if any of your camera set up has changed to something else you liked better. Thanks brotha!

[@YassinAdam]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Kurt. It's really helpful. Wishing you the best with your acting future.

[@sharonsquires3556]

Congratulations Kurt!! and once again thank you SO MUCH for this video!! SO helpful and informative!!

[@joshfx9525]

I love being competitive 👌

[@TatianaBalashova]

When you audition do you know in advance the conditions for that work if you are chosen? Like the timeline/schedule, duration and payment, as well as any traveling or change or appearance involved?

[@thedoneeye]

I was going to guess you're on the new 'CSI' but when you shot the second part in your house I knew that wasn't the case. On a different note, how's your doggo doing? Have you taught him/her how to shoot video? That would come in pretty handy for those self auditions. 🐶 📹

[@willrogers9932]

Do you necessarily have to live in the market that you're trying to pursue? Or is it becoming more common to just be able to send self tape auditions to casting calls in separate market? It seems to me like it would feasible to be involved with agents and markets in other cities/states. I'd rather make the move AFTER booking a job 😅

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

For me it helps, because I work with a limited budget, though I have flown one ir two actors in. My advice is to work as much as you can and network. Those two actors I flew in? I had worked with them before.

[@SaraX2024]

It was a question I had been asking myself just recently. A few days ago, I auditioned for the same casting director again, for the same show, for a similar uniformed character. Now, I've been auditioning for her a few times before (and other), but not booked anything, yet, and it made me ask the following questions: 1) Do casting directors have a quota to fulfil that the producers ask for? (e.g. cast at least 20 people as per a contract) 2) Does that mean they liked my previous auditions (or are they just filling said quota if there is one)? 3) Or does that mean they simply forgot my face after so-and-so many weeks or months and just want to check me out? I was very lucky when I booked my second audition, but learned later that it takes about 50-70 auditions to book your first gig ever, so I guess I'm facing the reality of numbers right now.

[@artemzhydkov3141]

Hey, Kurt, it's nice to see your new and useful as usual video, I would like to ask you about acting courses (studying) or degrees (BA) that you may suggest worth enrolling to for international students to start their pathway in the USA?

[@vinceyourkievitz]

I just saw a video and it has already blanked my mind. But a actor said the moment he stopped going to auditions to get a job and instead went to do a job he booked 10x more

[@ActingCareerCenter]

That was probably Bryan Cranston

[@vinceyourkievitz]

@@ActingCareerCenter absolutely correct! I checked my notes after posting this and sure enough.

[@Theman11596]

Ive gotten asked to audition almost 15 times already in the past 2 months for different commercials all from the same Casting company so i hope they end up booking me one day thanks for the advice! Ill keep having hope

[@Itsmelifeofzee]

Handsome

[@sriniseripella3112]

First! Hello

[@williamsmith-bf2vv]

great advice....

[@rileycraig5819]

i love this guy :-) seems so sweet & genuinely concerned about being helpful!!

[@jasminecowan242]

Thank you for this encouraging video! And NO you don’t look like you are 60! Lol This really encouraged me after I just got released from a hold. I also sent to another actor friends who is always getting put on hold or called back but having a struggle booking the job ! I believe everything you shared ! You are a lighthouse for us actors who sometimes feel like we are in the dark when we don’t get it . You are appreciated

Thank you for the encouragement! I was getting down on myself for not booking a huge netflix serie so that was hard.. I needed to hear that!

[@christopherbrownmaaga4668]

How to book an actor?

[@Middleearthokie]

A small win is still a win!

[@tmoney5468]

I live in a small town in TN I absolutely love acting and hopefully one day I can be really good at it and have a lot of fun with some legends like you Kurt!!!

[@ajitmahara804]

Thank you sir