GEORGIA FILM INDUSTRY LEADERS BELIEVE TAX INCENTIVES ARE CRUCIAL TO CONTINUED SUCCESS
Georgia is now competing with Canada and the United Kingdom in the film and television industry. Some industry leaders believe tax breaks are the main reason for the $2.2 billion year-to-year growth the industry has experienced. That level of growth translates to more than $1 billion in tax incentives and more than 30,000 jobs. https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2021/12/10/georgia-film-industry-tax-incentives.html
AS GOLDEN GLOBE NOMINATIONS APPROACH, HFPA CONTROVERSY IS STILL ONGOING
HFPA president Helen Hoehne recently reached out to actor Gabrielle Union to read off the nominations for this year’s Golden Globe Awards on Dec. 13 at The Beverly Hilton Hotel. But Hoehne tells me that Union’s publicists declined the invitation, offering no explanation. Well, the explanation is obvious. https://variety.com/2021/awards/awards/golden-globes-2022-hfpa-helen-hoene-1235128713/
WHEN WILL FAT BLACK ACTRESSES GET THE CHANCE TO PLAY SERIOUS LEADING ROLES?
In coming years, fat Black actresses will hopefully be given more roles that aren’t enveloped in white supremacy or other stereotypes, enjoying the same opportunities fat white actresses are slowly starting to see come their way. In the push for fat actresses to get their due, fat Black actresses need even more support to ensure they’ll be given the same chances. https://www.sheknows.com/feature/fat-black-actresses-movie-tv-roles-2514847/
MICHAEL SHEEN TURNS HIMSELF INTO A 'NOT-FOR-PROFIT' ACTOR
Now the Hollywood star has pledged to carry on using the money he earns from acting to fund more projects. He said: "There was something quite liberating about going, alright, I'll put large amounts of money into this or that, because I'll be able to earn it back again." https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-59528341
COMMERCIAL AUDITION TALES WITH CASTING DIRECTOR KAREN ARMSTRONG
Karen Armstrong took time out to share some tales from the commercial audition room that she’s acquired along the way. And Armstrong’s stories are not only entertaining — they also provide some valuable lessons for actors to keep in mind before their next commercial appointment. https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/commercial-audition-tales-with-casting-director-karen-armstrong/
‘WRATH OF MAN’ STAR CHRIS REILLY ON FINDING CATHARSIS THROUGH ACTING
What advice would I give to my younger self? Absolutely none. I wouldn’t change a thing — not because my upbringing was lovely, but because I like the person it made. I’ve thought about it a lot. I’d leave him be. He isn’t perfect, and that’s what I prefer. https://www.backstage.com/uk/magazine/article/chris-reilly-on-finding-catharsis-through-acting-74378/
UPCOMING
TRAINING
RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
Our 2022 Classes are open for registration and beginning to fill. All classes are in person with COVID protocols in place, and full commitment to health and safety from all of our students.
New to us? Click here: https://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!
ROGUES WEST ACTORS STUDIO
Gift Certificates for our Jan 2022 classes!
Searching for that awesome gift? Look no further! RW gift certificates are good for Adult, Teen and Voice/Dialect classes, private coaching’s or a Demo Reel! Available in any denomination, they give the gift of creativity to that special person. Or better yet – put it on your wish list!
Check out our Jan 2022 classes: www.rogueswest.ca and email us rogueswest@gmail.com
For Meisner – Film-Scene Work and more, the Rogues name is synonymous with the highest calibre of training, mentoring actors across Canada for over 25 years.
THE ACTOR'S SURVIVAL GUIDE WORKSHOP WITH KELLY-RUTH MERCIER
Dec 11th 9am-1pm or Dec 13th 6-10pm @ Tricities Film Studio
All the necessary 'HOW-TO’S', 'WHY’S 'and 'UH-OH’S' that you need to know to survive the Film & T.V. business!
With over 35 years of experience as an actor, director, writer, and more, Kelly-Ruth's jam-packed 4-hour workshop offers a look “under the hood” of Film & TV production for NEW ACTORS, CURIOUS ACTORS, RECENT GRADUATES, PARENTS OF NEWER WORKING ACTORS!
IN-PERSON OR ZOOM (In-person requires proof of vaccination otherwise please select Zoom.)
REGISTER NOW: https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/workshops
Also learn about our winter classes. Starts January 8.
DIALECT COACHING - TONY ALCANTAR
Christmas holds a deep meaning for me: A time when God gave His best as a gift...so each year I give MY best!
Join us, December 18 at the Beaumont Studios for a 10-1pm workshop: DIALECTS, COMEDY, DRAMA and MUSIC!
To register, email me info@tonyalcantardialect.com. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Vancouver!
* 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
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
UPCOMING EVENTS
VANCOUVER TURKISH FILM FESTIVAL
On now until December 18
The 2021 Festival features seven award winning features and a documentary which can be enjoyed online. https://vtff.ca
WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL
On now until December 31
The 21st edition will be presented as a hybrid online and in-person event with film premieres, industry summits, talent programs, parties and special guest appearances by actors and directors. https://whistlerfilmfestival.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.
