CANADIAN STARS OF 'SHANG-CHI,' 'FREE GUY' DRAW MOVIEGOERS AS CINEPLEX REPORTS LOSS
Overall attendance spiked by 430 per cent to 8.3 million versus a tepid 1.6 million a year earlier. However, the turnout couldn't keep Cineplex from reporting a loss of $33.6 million in the three months that ended Sept. 30.
HOLLYWOOD’S NEW LEADERS OF 2021
As the industry moves cautiously into a post-pandemic new normal, a fresh generation of leaders is poised to embrace innovation. These individuals are prepared to take on the challenges wrought by the lockdown, including the assertion of streaming, the re-calibration of the theatrical experience, and economic uncertainty. https://variety.com/lists/hollywood-new-leaders-of-2021/
THE STATE OF QUEER THEATRE AROUND THE WORLD
As the theatre world revives after a pandemic that devastated the industry, queer theatres around the globe are gearing up to reopen. Xtra chatted with five different LGBTQ2S+ artistic directors on reopening, strategic plans and their upcoming seasons. https://xtramagazine.com/culture/queer-theatre-world-212118
CASTING BLACK ACTORS IN PERIOD PIECES ISN’T DIVERSITY. IT’S HISTORY.
From “Gone With the Wind” to “Tombstone,” period films as a whole have rarely been kind to non-White characters, who are cast as set pieces (if at all). Historical accuracy is usually the explanation offered when fans point out the glaring lack of diversity, as if women and people of color didn’t exist before 1960. https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2021/11/07/harder-they-fall-diversity-period-pieces/
STRENGTHEN YOUR OBJECTIVE: THE IMPORTANCE OF LANGUAGE SPECIFICITY
Why are objectives important? Objectives keep scenes from being static washes of emotion. If all characters are fighting for something, there is direction, arc, conflict, purpose. Your character’s goals give them development. What you are fighting for and how you fight for it tell the audience who you are. https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/strengthen-your-objective-the-importance-of-language-specificity/
EVERYTHING LEONARD ROBINSON LEARNED ON FIVE SEASONS OF ‘INSECURE’
While it took some time to come to terms with that phrase, I would encourage other actors to learn from my journey and to push themselves to do their best and leave everything in the room. As my dear friend Keith Powell, who you’ve seen on “30 Rock,” once said: “What is yours will know your face.” https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/leonard-robinson-hbo-issa-rae-insecure-advice-74249/
‘SHOWTRIAL’ STAR TRACY IFEACHOR ON DEALING WITH BULLYING
When I walk into an audition now, I try to remember all the things I have done to be there. I used to walk into rooms and just be grateful I was there and hoped they liked what I was offering. Now, I realise that, as actors, we can walk in, still grateful but also appreciating and knowing our collective value. https://www.backstage.com/uk/magazine/article/showtrial-star-tracy-ifeachor-on-dealing-with-racism-74222/
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
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
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
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
EASTSIDE CULTURE CRAWL FESTIVAL
November 18 - 21
The 25th annual Culture Crawl features a new artist livestream schedule and the traditional open studio series to visit the studios of 400+ participating artists.
WILLIAM F. WHITE COFFEE CHAT
November 19
Working with the National Film Board of Canada's BC & Yukon Studio with producer Teri Snelgrove. Teri will talk about how the NFB, as Canada's public producer and distributor, works, with a specific focus on the BC & Yukon Studio. Moderated by Katrina Mugume. https://www.womeninfilm.ca/cgi/page.cgi/_evtcal.html?evt=539
MENA FILM FESTIVAL
November 21 - 27
Vancouver's first festival dedicated to films from the MENA/SWANA region. We are excited for the chance to continue showcasing stories and experiences from our local community, across Canada and the global diaspora. https://menafilmfestival.com
CHUTZPAH PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
On now until November 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
EUROPEAN UNION FILM FESTIVAL
On now until November 28
The 2021 festival provides cinephiles across Canada with access to works from some of Europe’s top talent, as well as a number of North American film premieres. https://www.euffonline.ca
WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL
December 1 - 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
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