Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - November 1 2021
Published: Mon, 11/01/21
INDUSTRY NEWS
PUNJABI MOVIE FILMED IN METRO VANCOUVER BREAKS BOX-OFFICE RECORDS IN INDIA
A Punjabi movie filmed in Metro Vancouver is breaking box-office records in India — and many actors say it's a stepping stone to featuring more local talent in the Punjabi film industry.
STUDY FINDS VANCOUVER ISLAND ARTS SECTOR GENERATES $900 MILLION ANNUALLY
Research presented at this year’s Vancouver Island Economic Summit suggests that the arts add nearly $1 billion to the Island’s economy, contribute more than $675 million in GDP and support more than 20,000 jobs.
VICTORIA THEATRE TO WELCOME BACK LIVE AUDIENCE FOR FIRST TIME SINCE PANDEMIC BEGAN
Frankie and Johnny in the Claire De Lune will be Blue Bridge's first full-capacity production since the start of the pandemic and the cast and crew are excited to perform in front of a live audience.
A BAN ON HOLLYWOOD SETS USING REAL GUNS? AFTER 'RUST' TRAGEDY, IT COULD HAPPEN
A broader real-weapons ban has growing support among producers, many of whom already see firing blanks as an unnecessary risk. Muzzle flashes, for example, are easy and cheap to add through special effects in post-production.
DIANA BANG: TAKE UP ALL THE SPACE YOU NEED, EVERY INCH OF IT.
What I'm saying is: Trust yourself. Believe in yourself. Advocate for yourself. Carve out the path you need in order to express yourself. Be relentless.
I have a theory about why our entertainment industry is so enamored of British actors. It’s not based on science. My theory is based on what they do inside their theaters.
DIALECT COACHING - TONY ALCANTAR
Hollywood producers trust Tony with their stars: Oscar winners Mel Gibson, Halle Berry, Billy Bob Thornton, Emmy winner Martin Freeman plus A-listers Sam Rockwell, Vince Vaughn, Joel Edgerton, Bob Odenkirk, Nathan Fillion, Stellan Skarsgard and MANY MORE. You can trust him too.
* Tony is Vancouver's #1 dialect coach recommended by agents and casting directors. Learn with confidence the most requested accents and dialects for the Vancouver market.
Book that role!
Contact: 604-418-1192, info@tonyalcantardialect.com, www.tonyalcantar.com
RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
With strict COVID protocols in place, and commitment to health and safety, our classes continue to be a great success. Remaining 2021 and early 2022 classes are open for registration.
New to us? Click here: www.railtownactors.com/interview
• Acting on Film classes with John Cassini
• Scene Study classes with Edward Foy, Frank Cassini, Jennifer Copping and Brian Markinson
• Actors Instrument work with Edward Foy.
Details for all Classes: www.railtownactors.com/classes
Coaching and Tapings: www.railtownactors.com/coaching
We look forward to hearing from you!
BIZ STUDIO: PROFESSIONAL FILM+TV ACTING CLASSES FOR KIDS+TEENS
Biz Studio has a seventeen-year track record of training young actors who work regularly in film and television.
Classes are like small-group personal training, and take a maximum of six students so that instructors can work with each actor to give them what they need. This is the place for young actors ready to take their work to the next level! http://www.bizstudio.ca/classes
ROGUES WEST ACTORS STUDIO
With studios in Vancouver and Calgary, the Rogues name is synonymous with the highest calibre of training and we have been training and mentoring actors for over 25 years. The online platform has proven to be a powerful and dynamic medium for developing relationship, character and creating complex human performances. Our next session of in-studio and online classes for Young Adults, Film, Meisner and Scene Work starts soon – email us for more info and book your intro meeting with Christiane
Hirt! rogueswest@gmail.com | www.rogueswest.ca
UPCOMING EVENTS
STAND FESTIVAL
November 2 - 7
Through a series of free workshops, panel discussions and public showcase performances, STAND supports and amplifies the creations and voices of newcomers to Canada through the arts. https://www.blackouttheater.com/stand
SOUTH AFRICAN FILM FESTIVAL
November 4 - 14
This year's festival includes 7 features, 9 documentaries, and 9 shorts. You'll be immersed in South Africa's culture, history and amazing people. https://saffcanada.ca
VANCOUVER ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL
November 4 - 14
The theme of this year’s VAFF is “Past, Present & Possibilities,” as we reflect on the festival’s illustrious achievements in these 25 years, celebrate how far we’ve come in elevating the profile of Asian Canadians in cinema. https://vaff.org/
CHUTZPAH PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
November 4 - 24
The 21st Annual Chutzpah! Festival includes concerts, comedy, new dance works, film, theatre, and storytelling, paired with stimulating conversations and opportunities to interact with creative artists. https://www.chutzpahfestival.com
DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE HEART OF THE CITY FESTIVAL
On now until November 7
This year’s festival theme, Stories We Need to Hear, resonates today as our community grapples with the dramatic impact of the pandemic, ongoing displacement, the fentanyl crisis, and the reality of bigotry and systemic racism. https://www.heartofthecityfestival.com
VANCOUVER HORROR FILM SHOW
On now until November 7
This year the VHS will be screening 46 shorts films and three feature films from 12 different countries. Filmmaker Q&A’s will follow each screening. https://www.vancouverhorrorshow.com
COLD READING SERIES
November 8
To celebrate our 28th year, we’re delighted to present a full pilot: ‘The Grifter Sisters’ by Helene Taylor. Register in advance for this online event. http://www.coldreadingseries.com
At Production Heads Network Inc, we acknowledge that our company is based on the unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples, the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
