Thank you Kurt for making this video. It really helped me understand the importance of the Meisner technique, repetition and self tapes to help me and others
I live in Malta, Europe and have been looking at online acting classes in the states. This video really helped and will definitely check out Houde School of Acting classes. Thank you again for your great and informative content :)
No. My TH-cam videos are not a substitute for acting classes. In a real class, you are performing in front of the teacher and they are giving you feedback, telling you what you did well and what you need to improve. I'm not able to do that via TH-cam. However, you don't have to join a physical group. You can attend acting classes via zoom. Those can still be interactive and provide feedback.
thanks for your genuinely helpful videos, i have only seen a few but they have all been really informational and I feel prepared to actually try acting out sometime.
Thank you so much I will definitely be taking a break from my regular classes to do the Meisner technique with the recommended school. You are very much appreciated.
If you can find a few other people that are also interest in being actors you can also buy Larry Silverbergs book series called "The Sanford Meisner Approach". And just do the exercises as they are laid out in the book. But you really do want to find a teacher at some point in time. Learning to act by reading about it is like trying to learn how to ride a bike by reading about it.
Are there any free online acting courses you know that I could do as I have never done any acting but over lockdown I have really wanted to try but as I’m only a teenager I have no way I can afford classes or at least at the moment as I don’t know how much I would actually enjoy it
I’m a teen too and classes are really expensive! I’m currently taking classes at Second City online. They have locations in Toronto, Chicago, and Hollywood, but you can take them from anywhere in I think Canada and the US. They are pretty affordable in comparison to most classes. I’m taking a film and tv writing class for $90 usd for 4 90 min classes
@@cantdothis6899 unfortunately I’m from the uk from what I’ve seen I feel like that limits my options of everything I can do as I don’t know many things filmed hear but there is a lot of theatre in the west end so maybe I’ll get into theatre only problem is I’m not sure how I feel about singing 😂
You may be able to find some private acting teachers that are less expensive than formal acting schools. And you don't necessarily need to learn how to sing in order to do theatre. There are many plays that require no signing. Also, MANY movies and shows are filmed in the UK. I went to London to film a movie in 2019. You are in a great place to study acting.
Almost every teacher in the world is teaching online right now (zoom classes etc). But you're probably not going to find any free classes. You can watch videos and read books all day but learning to act by reading about it is like trying to learn how to ride a bike by looking at pictures of people on bikes. It's not going to work. You need to get yourself into a class and if it's free - it will probably be worth every penny that you pay for it. Get a job - anywhere, even McDonalds; it doesn't matter - make money; pay for classes. Like the rest of us. If you don't take yourself seriously as an actor, nobody else will.
when i studied with Sandy he answered someone who asked if they should buy and read his book with "No, not unless you want to give it to your mother". he emphasized that you can't read it, it's in the doing of it. ;-)
@luck and boon it's an example of the repetition excercise..the guy above was clearly joking about it but it's something like that...you and your partner repeat the same sentence over and over again...
@@losmilzo81 Technically it's an example of the three moment game. We don't ask questions while doing repetition. The only time you should be asking questions is during the three moment game which is designed to teach you how to deal with questions because it's inevitable that it's going to happen at some point in time. So how do you deal with a question? Repeat the question from your POV. But with the three moment game it's supposed to be a provocative question (first moment), the second moment is repeating that question from your POV and the third moment is calling out what the POV was. For example - let's say I asked you "Do you think Donald Trump is the greatest president ever?" You're not supposed to answer the question - you're supposed to repeat the question and HOW you repeat the question should tell me everything I need to know about how you feel. "Do I think TRUMP is the greatest president ever?!!" (subtext = "are you f'ing crazy?"). So in the third moment you might say something like "You DON'T like Donald Trump". Which the other actor then repeats. The Three Moment Game is another way of launching into repetition.
Do you think you could do any videos with some actual acting tips, and maybe give some examples of you doing different scenes and teaching what to do and not to do? I find it really difficult to ignore the camera when it’s recording and to act natural without sounding robotic and like you’re just reading lines off of the script. It seems really hard to get out of my head … and I can’t seem to make everything flow smoothly without trying to think of my lines and then thinking of my face expressions and body language etc. and it just ends up being a poor job of acting. I am super self-aware of the camera rolling and self-conscious. I find this especially true when doing a self tape for an audition. Do you think it is harder when you’re self taping for an audition versus when you are actually acting in a scene, especially having other actors acting and interacting with you? Didn’t know if that helped make things any easier and more realistic instead of just doing a self tape audition by yourself, especially without a reader. And do you find that having a reader who is inexperienced with acting and doesn’t add emotion or make it feel very realistic is actually worse than having a reader at all? I find that really trips me up and makes it even harder to act with. I’m a beginner and just turned in my first self tape audition and I thought it was pretty bad, no matter how many times I kept redoing it. Thanks!
Hi Kurt there wouldn’t perhaps be an email to contact you on. I’d like to ask some questions if that’s okay ? I’m Alex btw, I’m kind of into the whole acting thing at the mo, I’ve done small scale projects, not many but enough. I’ve got about 4 years experience, I just need some insight.
Hi Alex, thanks for watching! I'd prefer questions be asked on the TH-cam channel that way others can benefit by seeing my answers. Feel free to ask whatever questions you have right here.
Acting Career Center Thanks Kurt, I’m a small scale actor as I’ve said, is there any way I could get the attention of some agents in my area ?I’m from the UK so there is some good ones, but I can’t find ways to actually contact them. Could you suggest a way ? I’m 17 by the way.
The best way to get an agent is by referral. Who are some actors in your city that know you and can vouch for your skills? Ask if they would be willing to refer you to their agent. If you don't have anyone in your network that can refer you to their agent, then you will have to submit on your own. Most agencies have submission instructions on their website so just follow those instructions.
Acting Career Center Thank you very much Kurt, I really love what you’re doing and if I make it big one day. Credit is due to you, for all your help from your videos, and from what was said today. Thanks
Thank you so much for this video! Jesus loves you so much, so please turn to him before it‘s too late. There are gonna be no excuses on judgement day so please, please turn to our Lord and Savior! Thank you, God bless you!
i feel its 9 minutes in and still no example? We needed this clip at 9 min 30 at the START of the video. Otherwise you are giving us a ton of contextless information. Action and demonstration. THEN explain.
I’m in Canada and attend her class. For anyone who has any doubts about online classes, don’t. Jessica brilliant! Go for it!
How much do online acting class usually cost?
Can you tell us more? Lol
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Hii I would like to have the online classes how can I go about it
This motivated me even more to work on acting. So glad to discover you both!
Great to hear!
I've heard actors talking about the importance of breathing technique while reading your lines. Can you talk about that?!
Great suggestion. I'll definitely do a video on that in the future.
@@ActingCareerCenter Yes please Kurt!
This is awesome. Interested in acting. Thanks very much for all you do.
@@ActingCareerCenter thank you very much
Please teach me more about acting.
Thank you Kurt for making this video. It really helped me understand the importance of the Meisner technique, repetition and self tapes to help me and others
Can't wait to study with Houde School next month! Great to see you on the HWC call today!
She is brilliant. I am currently in her class...
I live in Malta, Europe and have been looking at online acting classes in the states. This video really helped and will definitely check out Houde School of Acting classes. Thank you again for your great and informative content :)
"Wax On... Wax Off"
EXCELLENT Analogy.... excellent!
Am From Kenya and i cant lie i have been watching you Kurt and once again we appreciate the leaning classes efforts
Another great video with wonderful advice! Sounds like a very helpful self-tape class.
Glad it was helpful!
Meisner is a great technique. Great video.
Thank you! Cheers!
I just contacted the Houde School and taking my first class next week.
Was it worth it?
Jessica is the best acting teacher I’ve ever had!
Looking forward to starting my free acting class with her ! Hopefully will see you in there as well ! Thank you for the great content sir !
I just signed up for online classes with Houde School. I am so excited and nervous haha. I can't wait
Hi Alexis! just curious, how did you experience the class?
Karate kid one of my favorite movies ever and a must watch......
Ooof this is bringing back to my university theatre days
Thank you so very much for all that you do!! I am so grateful! 🎥🎞🎭🎬
Excellent interview! Two of my favorite teachers! 😊
Thanks for watching, Carla!
I was contacted by this school. Haven't taken them up on a free class yet, i think they offer this to every new student.
Another Amazing video, thank you so much!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video. Jessica was able to sum up the Meisner technique in two sentences. I just signed up her class.
Great! I hope you enjoy the class!
I started online Meisner technique classes with Jessica - thanks Kurt.
Loving this interview. I'm interested in training with her.
Hey kurt, would your acting center be considered resume worthy or would you best say try to join a physical group during this pandemic?
No. My TH-cam videos are not a substitute for acting classes. In a real class, you are performing in front of the teacher and they are giving you feedback, telling you what you did well and what you need to improve. I'm not able to do that via TH-cam. However, you don't have to join a physical group. You can attend acting classes via zoom. Those can still be interactive and provide feedback.
@@ActingCareerCenter Ha, Ha of course not TH-cam meaning your center as to when you do mass e-mails for real classes. Thanks, Kurt
thanks for your genuinely helpful videos, i have only seen a few but they have all been really informational and I feel prepared to actually try acting out sometime.
Glad to help!
Thank you so much I will definitely be taking a break from my regular classes to do the Meisner technique with the recommended school. You are very much appreciated.
Great interview….Thank you so much✨
Thank you so much ❤️ Golden 15 minutes ❤️❤️❤️
Love this! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
If we can’t really afford to take classes right now are there any videos that can help with us learning to do this?
I don't know of any free resources for the Meisner Technique. Here is Sanford Meisner's book if you are interested: amzn.to/2Xf483R
If you can find a few other people that are also interest in being actors you can also buy Larry Silverbergs book series called "The Sanford Meisner Approach". And just do the exercises as they are laid out in the book. But you really do want to find a teacher at some point in time. Learning to act by reading about it is like trying to learn how to ride a bike by reading about it.
Maybe they have the sanford Meisner book in a library?
Thank you for these useful exercises.
Cleveland in the house!
DC area actor hereee much love
Are there any free online acting courses you know that I could do as I have never done any acting but over lockdown I have really wanted to try but as I’m only a teenager I have no way I can afford classes or at least at the moment as I don’t know how much I would actually enjoy it
I’m a teen too and classes are really expensive! I’m currently taking classes at Second City online. They have locations in Toronto, Chicago, and Hollywood, but you can take them from anywhere in I think Canada and the US. They are pretty affordable in comparison to most classes. I’m taking a film and tv writing class for $90 usd for 4 90 min classes
@@cantdothis6899 unfortunately I’m from the uk from what I’ve seen I feel like that limits my options of everything I can do as I don’t know many things filmed hear but there is a lot of theatre in the west end so maybe I’ll get into theatre only problem is I’m not sure how I feel about singing 😂
@@benheagren2985 well theatre can be plays too not just musicals
You may be able to find some private acting teachers that are less expensive than formal acting schools. And you don't necessarily need to learn how to sing in order to do theatre. There are many plays that require no signing. Also, MANY movies and shows are filmed in the UK. I went to London to film a movie in 2019. You are in a great place to study acting.
Almost every teacher in the world is teaching online right now (zoom classes etc). But you're probably not going to find any free classes. You can watch videos and read books all day but learning to act by reading about it is like trying to learn how to ride a bike by looking at pictures of people on bikes. It's not going to work. You need to get yourself into a class and if it's free - it will probably be worth every penny that you pay for it. Get a job - anywhere, even McDonalds; it doesn't matter - make money; pay for classes. Like the rest of us. If you don't take yourself seriously as an actor, nobody else will.
I studied this technique for years and today I was promoted to drive thru
when i studied with Sandy he answered someone who asked if they should buy and read his book with "No, not unless you want to give it to your mother". he emphasized that you can't read it, it's in the doing of it. ;-)
Thank you for this
What is the Meisner Technique?
What is the Meisner Technique?
What is the Meisner Technique?
What is the Meisner Technique?
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Well played 😂
@luck and boon it's an example of the repetition excercise..the guy above was clearly joking about it but it's something like that...you and your partner repeat the same sentence over and over again...
@@losmilzo81 Technically it's an example of the three moment game. We don't ask questions while doing repetition. The only time you should be asking questions is during the three moment game which is designed to teach you how to deal with questions because it's inevitable that it's going to happen at some point in time. So how do you deal with a question? Repeat the question from your POV. But with the three moment game it's supposed to be a provocative question (first moment), the second moment is repeating that question from your POV and the third moment is calling out what the POV was.
For example - let's say I asked you "Do you think Donald Trump is the greatest president ever?" You're not supposed to answer the question - you're supposed to repeat the question and HOW you repeat the question should tell me everything I need to know about how you feel. "Do I think TRUMP is the greatest president ever?!!" (subtext = "are you f'ing crazy?"). So in the third moment you might say something like "You DON'T like Donald Trump". Which the other actor then repeats. The Three Moment Game is another way of launching into repetition.
0:29 I was like "Woah that was YOU??" then the pun dawned on me-
What are your thoughts on Stanislavsky method? The studio I maybe going to studies this.
Please subtítulos en español. Los subtitulos automáticos son muy inexactos
I am learning big time...
is the self tape class beginner friendly? it would be only my second ever acting class if i took it...
Acting is reacting
Wise words.
In that video with Sam rockewell.. he’s not actually doing meisner.. he’s making the blue suit sound a way rather than just being though right?
can you please share with us . i mean how can i get more info about that online audition course ?
I put the link to Jessica's classes in the description of the video.
Thank you
First time viewer
Do you think you could do any videos with some actual acting tips, and maybe give some examples of you doing different scenes and teaching what to do and not to do?
I find it really difficult to ignore the camera when it’s recording and to act natural without sounding robotic and like you’re just reading lines off of the script.
It seems really hard to get out of my head … and I can’t seem to make everything flow smoothly without trying to think of my lines and then thinking of my face expressions and body language etc. and it just ends up being a poor job of acting.
I am super self-aware of the camera rolling and self-conscious. I find this especially true when doing a self tape for an audition.
Do you think it is harder when you’re self taping for an audition versus when you are actually acting in a scene, especially having other actors acting and interacting with you? Didn’t know if that helped make things any easier and more realistic instead of just doing a self tape audition by yourself, especially without a reader.
And do you find that having a reader who is inexperienced with acting and doesn’t add emotion or make it feel very realistic is actually worse than having a reader at all?
I find that really trips me up and makes it even harder to act with.
I’m a beginner and just turned in my first self tape audition and I thought it was pretty bad, no matter how many times I kept redoing it. Thanks!
I really expecting that you would mention karate kid
Hi Kurt there wouldn’t perhaps be an email to contact you on. I’d like to ask some questions if that’s okay ? I’m Alex btw, I’m kind of into the whole acting thing at the mo, I’ve done small scale projects, not many but enough. I’ve got about 4 years experience, I just need some insight.
Hi Alex, thanks for watching! I'd prefer questions be asked on the TH-cam channel that way others can benefit by seeing my answers. Feel free to ask whatever questions you have right here.
Acting Career Center Thanks Kurt, I’m a small scale actor as I’ve said, is there any way I could get the attention of some agents in my area ?I’m from the UK so there is some good ones, but I can’t find ways to actually contact them. Could you suggest a way ? I’m 17 by the way.
The best way to get an agent is by referral. Who are some actors in your city that know you and can vouch for your skills? Ask if they would be willing to refer you to their agent. If you don't have anyone in your network that can refer you to their agent, then you will have to submit on your own. Most agencies have submission instructions on their website so just follow those instructions.
Acting Career Center Thank you very much Kurt, I really love what you’re doing and if I make it big one day. Credit is due to you, for all your help from your videos, and from what was said today. Thanks
I want to be a actor
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Ah, found it.
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Thank you so much for this video! Jesus loves you so much, so please turn to him before it‘s too late. There are gonna be no excuses on judgement day so please, please turn to our Lord and Savior! Thank you, God bless you!
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Karate kid sue right for the example
I wish the teachers would teach in their regular voices uggg...
Billy Meisner makes TH-cam videos about being rich.
Why don't you just act .
i feel its 9 minutes in and still no example? We needed this clip at 9 min 30 at the START of the video. Otherwise you are giving us a ton of contextless information. Action and demonstration. THEN explain.
Thank you