WHAT'S FILMING AROUND METRO VANCOUVER THIS SUMMER
It’s a quiet season on the feature front, with no big-ticket productions on the go like last year’s Ryan Reynolds-helmed Netflix hit The Adam Project. But as usual, there’s a busy docket of television series, new media series and lots of TV movies from local production stalwarts like Hallmark. Here’s what’s on the go heading into summer.
https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/local-arts/hollywood-north-whats-filming-around-metro-vancouver-this-summer
VANCOUVER’S BARD ON THE BEACH SUES INSURER FOR COVID-19 LOSSES
The pandemic cost the annual Shakespearean festival $1.8 million in losses due to cancelled plays during the pandemic lockdown. In a notice of civil claim filed in B.C. Supreme Court on July 5, the theatre society said it had a policy with Ecclesiastical Insurance Office covering performance interruption and non-production losses.
https://www.nsnews.com/bc-news/vancouvers-bard-on-the-beach-sues-insurer-for-covid-19-losses-5562944
'REEL SEX ISN'T REAL SEX': WHY INTIMACY COORDINATORS ARE NEEDED FOR FILM AND TV
Last month, four B.C.-based intimacy coordinators made SAG-AFTRA's intimacy coordinator registry for film and television. New to the list are Vancouver's Megan Gilron, Karyn Mott, Sam Jeffery and Amanda Cutting. So what exactly is an intimacy coordinator (IC)?
https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/lifestyle/reel-sex-isnt-real-sex-why-intimacy-coordinators-are-needed-for-film-and-tv-5555078
‘FLASH’ STAR CANDICE PATTON SAYS SHE WAS “TREATED DIFFERENTLY” THAN WHITE CO-STARS, “NOT PROTECTED” AGAINST RACIST FAN REMARKS
Candice Patton has played the female lead on The Flash since the show’s inception in 2014. That’s a long time in the evolution of a TV show.The actress, who plays journalist Iris West-Allen, recalled recently that in the early days of the Arrowverse series, fans’ racism toward her was shrugged off by the CW and Warner Bros.
https://deadline.com/2022/07/flash-candice-patton-racism-1235060651/
RICHMOND PRODUCTION OFFICE PREPARES FOR NEW TV FILM THIS MONTH
A new legal-focused TV show is scheduled to begin filming in B.C. with its production office based in Richmond. The CBS show titled So Help Me Todd follows the journey of a “talented but directionless” private investigator named Todd who happens to be the black sheep of his family.
https://www.richmond-news.com/local-arts/richmond-production-office-prepares-for-new-tv-film-this-month-5546755
BOX OFFICE DISPATCH: HOW REAL IS THE BOOM AND WILL IT LAST?
"While I hesitate to say all audiences have returned, the trend line is moving closer to the point where most are willing," says one analyst as monthly revenue hits nearly $1 billion for the first time since the pandemic began.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/box-office-summer-2022-1235174300/
HOW CHINA’S RELATIONSHIP TO HOLLYWOOD HAS SHAPED THE MOVIES
Until 1994, most movies in Chinese theaters were state-sponsored tales about Chinese history and figures. Everything changed in early 2010, when Avatar was released in the country and made a whopping $200 million. Now Hollywood has a vested interest in getting past the censors and capturing the No. 1 market in the world.
https://www.vox.com/23196838/china-hollywood-red-carpet-schwartzel
WRITERS GUILD WEST MEMBERS SAW RESIDUALS INCREASE AMID DECLINES IN EMPLOYMENT, INCOME IN 2021
Even as employment and income decreased for writers in 2021, the Writers Guild of America West saw an uptick in residuals going to members across film and television. Guild members received an “an all-time high” of $493.6 million in residuals in 2021, representing a 5.4 percent uptick from 2020.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/wga-west-annual-report-residuals-employment-1235176137/
BRITISH INDEPENDENT FILM AWARDS SHIFTS TO GENDER-NEUTRAL ACTING CATEGORIES; ADDS PRIZES
In doing away with “actress” and “actor” honors, BIFA joins other orgs that have recently made the change including the Berlin Film Festival, the MTV Movie Awards and the BRITs.
https://deadline.com/2022/07/british-independent-film-awards-gender-neutral-acting-categories-new-prizes-1235057915/
DAVID HARBOUR CALLS METHOD ACTING ‘DANGEROUS’ AND ‘SILLY’: DANIEL DAY-LEWIS’ PROCESS IS ‘NONSENSE TO ME’
David Harbour was trained in “classical American method acting,” but he no longer believes in the process or uses it during filming. He joins a handful of actors in recent months who have spoken out against method acting.
https://variety.com/2022/film/news/david-harbour-method-acting-daniel-day-lewis-nonsense-1235310919/
REASONS A STAGE NAME MIGHT BE RIGHT FOR YOU
Not all actors need or use stage names, but for some, it’s the right way to go. So how do you discern whether it’s a good choice for you? Learn all the reasons you may decide to use a stage name, plus a few helpful tips for creating one of your own.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/reasons-stage-name-might-right-75295/
SELF-ADVOCACY TIPS FOR BLACK VOICE ACTORS
For decades, white voice actors have played the roles of characters representing the BIPOC community. We can assert that there must be zero tolerance for this backroom exclusion. Ultimately, to advocate is to take specific actions on behalf of furthering a cause. Advocating is action that achieves measurable results.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/black-voice-actor-career-advice-75309/
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT AND ENGAGE WITH YOUR ARTISTIC COMMUNITY
A career in acting can often feel isolating. That’s why engaging in your artistic community can be incredibly valuable. It connects you with colleagues and artists from whom you can learn from and with whom you can swap resources. It can motivate you and inspire you, and generally makes the journey less lonely.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-you-can-support-and-engage-with-your-artistic-community/
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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
TRICITIES FILM STUDIO SUMMER CLASSES & CAMPS ARE FILLING UP!
Register Online Now!
The top film training studio in the suburbs, come see why casting directors and agents alike are sending students to train & self tape with us! We offer On-Camera & Scene Work classes year-round, a professional taping studio open 7 days a week, and lower mainland's strongest coaching crew of powerhouse working actors, all focused on getting TCFS students properly prepared to work NOW!
July & August (NO LONG WEEKENDS)
* BIZ BOOT CAMPS (7-17 years) https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/workshops/
* Kids: (7-9 / 10-14) https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/kids-classes/
* Teens: (14-17) https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/teen-classes/
* Adults: (18+) https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/adult-classes/
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
DANCING ON THE EDGE FESTIVAL
on now until July 16
The 34th annual festival will include a presentation of over thirty extraordinary dance productions featuring both online and live stage performances showcasing artists from across Canada. On offer will be premieres of dance films, dance discussions, in studio performance, theatre performances and off-site performances.
http://www.dancingontheedge.org
INDIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL
on now until July 17
This year’s theme is Inner/Outer Climates, and the breadth of events on offer reflects the fest’s focus on bridging cultures, sparking conversation, opening minds, and healing. We’re honoured to present a galaxy of artists who lead us to examine and dream new ways of living our lives, and to healing our inner and outer climates.
https://indiansummerfest.ca
WILLIAM F. WHITE COFFEE CHAT
July 19
Getting Into the Industry with Katannya “Kat” Yee from Creative BC. Creative Pathways is a new online hub developed by B.C.’s motion picture industry for people seeking access to dynamic careers in Above-the-line, Below-the-line, Animation, VFX, Post Production and Film Adjacent sectors, with distinct equity streams for people from underrepresented communities.
https://www.womeninfilm.ca/cgi/page.cgi/_evtcal.html?evt=544
MITRIBE MIXERS
July 21
MiTribe Mixers is back on July 21st with more stress free networking for BC's film & music industries. Our spotlighted filmmaker of the month is the multi-talented Luvia Petersen! Still featuring our open mic session for all to introduce themselves to the community.
https://mitribemedia.com/community-events/
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