VANCOUVER DIRECTORS GUILD REACHES DEAL TO AVERT PRODUCTION SHUTDOWN
The union issued a strike notice on April 26. That followed the union’s first-ever strike authorization vote earlier in the month, which passed with 92.2% support. In a statement on Wednesday, the union said it had reached a tentative agreement. https://variety.com/2022/film/news/vancouver-directors-guild-deal-production-shutdown-1235288844/
B.C.’S PUBLIC BROADCASTER FAILING ASIAN COMMUNITY: STUDY
The study, which could be the first of its kind in Canada, calculated the percentage of “main” actors who appeared to be Asian, Black or a person of colour, among scripted shows on five Canadian broadcasters. The results ranged from a high of 8.8 per cent on Global TV to the Knowledge Network’s low of 3.9 per cent. https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/bc-public-broadcaster-failing-asian-actors-study
MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO WORK AS A FILM EXTRA COULD BE COMING TO LONDON ONTARIO
London's film scene may not be on par with Los Angeles or Vancouver, but the manager of Film London says his office is working hard to bring more opportunities for extras to town. Last weekend, a few dozen Londoners answered a call for extras to participate in a film shoot at the London Airport.
DIGGSTOWN PRODUCTION A BOON FOR FILM INDUSTRY STILL FINDING ITS FOOTING ON P.E.I.
The show has had people on the ground scouting for locations since January. Currently, there are about 60 or so Islanders working on the production. FilmPEI executive director Rob Riselli said the production is an opportunity for people looking to get into the industry to hone their skills and learn about how a major television show gets made. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-diggstown-season-four-film-industry-production-1.6481662
POST-PRODUCTION WORKERS IN AT SEVERAL STUDIOS IN NEW YORK WIN RIGHT TO BE REPRESENTED BY COMMUNICATIONS WORKERS OF AMERICA AT BARGAINING TABLE
According to the union, it’s the first time that post-production coordinators in New York’s film and TV industry have won formal union representation, and the first time that workers employed by any Apple subsidiary have ever won an NLRB election for union representation. https://deadline.com/2022/06/staffers-at-seven-nyc-studios-to-be-repped-by-communications-workers-of-america-1235042060/
HOW TO MAKE AN ACTING RÉSUMÉ THAT GETS YOU GIGS
Does an impressive acting résumé really make a difference in the audition room? Often. Can a questionable or vague document raise eyebrows and undercut a fabulously acted appointment? Sometimes. Are there specific ways to take advantage of or, alternatively, pollute an opportunity? You bet. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/acting-resume-basics-advice-7796/
WAYS TO IMPRESS A DIRECTOR
Being “directable” is one of the best qualities an actor can have. A directable actor is one who gets hired repeatedly. But this seemingly simple concept proves difficult to obtain for many actors, new and veteran alike. Let’s examine the proper way to take a note. https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/7-ways-to-impress-a-director-2/
ALEXANDRA DADDARIO ON ‘THE WHITE LOTUS’ & HER ONE TIP FOR BETTER AUDITIONS
Alexandra Daddario has been acting onscreen for 20 years, and her craft still comes down to one thing: understanding her character’s journey. It’s a fitting practice, as the star of “The White Lotus” says that her acting career has been a process of understanding herself. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/alexandra-daddario-the-white-lotus-interview-75222/
UPCOMING TRAINING
RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
Summer and Fall 2022 classes are open for registration. All classes are in person with protocols in place and proof of vaccination required to attend class for everyone's continued health.
New to us? Click here: https://railtownactors.com/interview
* Acting on Film classes with John Cassini
* Scene Study classes with Edward Foy, Frank Cassini, 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!
DIALECT COACHING - TONY ALCANTAR - IN-PERSON CLASSES!
L.A. producers trust Tony with their biggest shows & stars: Oscar winners Mel Gibson, Halle Berry, Billy Bob Thornton, Sam Rockwell, Emmy winner Martin Freeman plus Vince Vaughn, Joel Edgerton, Bob Odenkirk, Nathan Fillion, Stellan Skarsgard...FARGO, SHOGUN, LOST OLLIE, FEAR THE WALKING DEAD, MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE, MANY MORE!
* Teaching since 1989, Tony is Vancouver's #1 dialect coach recommended by agents and casting directors. Learn with confidence and book that role!
Contact: 604-418-1192, info@tonyalcantardialect.com www.tonyalcantar.com
BIZ STUDIO: PROFESSIONAL FILM+TV ACTING CLASSES FOR KIDS+TEENS
Online or In-Person
Biz Studio has a twenty-year track record of training young actors who work regularly in film and television.
Our classes offer double the focused 1:1 time of any other school. Each class takes a maximum of six students, and each student also gets 30min of private coaching each week to help prep for class. This is the place for young actors ready to take their work to the next level! https://www.bizstudio.ca/classes
UPCOMING EVENTS
TALKING STICK FESTIVAL
June 12 - July 3
This year’s festival will be a unique experience. Our performances will be a mix of Full Circle produced events and partnerships with other notable local performing arts organizations. We will celebrate National Indigenous History Month by showcasing our talented Indigenous performers and artists. https://fullcircle.ca/talking-stick-festival-2022/
COLD READING SERIES
June 13
This month's script: 'Ruth' by Valentina Sierra. - A 13 year old with a Winchester rifle strapped to her back goes out on her own to exact revenge on those involved in the brutal murder of her family. http://www.coldreadingseries.com
MITRIBE MIXERS MAMM
June 16
MiTribe Media is proud to partner with the Mighty Asian Moviemaking Marathon for their 2022 launch party. Our featured filmmaker of the month: Joshua Aries https://mitribemedia.com/community-events/
VANCOUVER GREEK FILM FESTIVAL
June 16 - 19
The Hellenic Canadian Congress of B.C. and The Cinematheque present the first Vancouver Greek Film Festival. This inaugural edition is a celebration of film as art, and we are pleased to present an eclectic offering of contemporary and classic Greek cinema. https://thecinematheque.ca/series/vancouver-greek-film-festival
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