Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - April 25 2022
Published: Mon, 04/25/22
INDUSTRY NEWS
NEW LED VIDEO WALL FILM PRODUCTION STUDIO TO BE BUILT IN SOUTH BURNABY
This will be the second studio of its kind in Metro Vancouver. Versatile Media has indicated it will open a 43,000 sq ft purpose-built studio facility serving Metro Vancouver’s booming film and television production industry. There will be multiple sound stages, including both the traditional stage and the LED stage. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/versatile-media-led-volume-studio-burnaby-vancouver
GARETH SMART ANNOUNCED AS NEW THOMPSON-NICOLA FILM COMMISSIONER
The TNFC is a full-time, full service department of the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD), which markets the region worldwide and facilitates all types of motion picture productions.
RYAN REYNOLDS AND BLAKE LIVELY’S GROUP EFFORT INITIATIVE PARTNERS WITH NETFLIX TO EXPAND HIRING POOL
The partnership, which focuses on below-the-line career opportunities, aims to create training and entry-level job options for marginalized communities in the U.S. and Canada. The program will support participants with on-set production training and placement on several Netflix productions in North America in 2022. https://variety.com/2022/film/news/blake-lively-ryan-reynolds-netflix-1235234456/
WHY ARE SOME FILMMAKERS CALLING FO LEADERSHIP CHANGE AT KNOWLEDGE NETWORK?
A group of diverse independent filmmakers and BC residents recently launched a petition calling for new leadership at Knowledge Network so that it can, in their words, once again become “the people’s broadcaster, and the trusted repository of BC stories.” Joella Cabalu joins Sabrina to talk about what it reveals about the status of white supremacy in BC film.
LOS ANGELES ON-LOCATION FILMING SET FIRST-QUARTER RECORD, FILMLA SAYS
On-location film and TV production in Greater Los Angeles is off to a “strong start” in 2022, with 9,832 days of on-location shooting setting an all-time first-quarter record. That topped the previous first quarter mark set in 2016 but was down 8.8% from the record-setting 10,780 shoot days racked up in the fourth quarter of 2021. https://deadline.com/2022/04/los-angeles-on-location-filming-2022-q1-record-1235005548/
‘DARK CLOUDS ARE GATHERING FOR THE STREAMING INDUSTRY’: EXPERTS SAY THAT NETFLIX CATASTROPHE COULD MEAN SECTOR-WIDE FALLOUT
For years Netflix stood firmly against advertising on its platform, but now, with competition growing, the company has had a change of heart. And it’s not the only one—NBC’s Peacock, Disney+, and other major streaming services are jumping on the advertising bandwagon, too. https://fortune.com/2022/04/22/netflix-losing-subscribers-streaming-industry-saturated-market/
THE BEST BREATHING EXERCISES FOR ACTORS AND VOICE ACTORS
Whether you’re preparing to belt out a Broadway musical or starring in a mumblecore indie film, proper breathwork is the foundation your performance is built upon. These breath control exercises will help you unlock your full potential as a performer. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/best-breath-control-exercises-75009/
UPCOMING TRAINING
GUN HANDLING & MANIPULATION CLASSES
If you are an actor, stunt or BG performer who would like to learn how to handle a gun safely and look like a pro on camera, this class is for you. You will learn gun safety, the correct grip, stance, movement and positions while practicing with prop guns.
The classes are being held in Vancouver. $49 plus tax per person.
Now booking for Sunday May 1st from 12:00pm to 2:30pm or 2:30pm to 5:00pm. And Saturday May 7 from 3:00pm to 5:30pm.
Contact: training@specialskillsformovies.com www.specialskillsformovies.com/classes
THE DRAMA CLASS: PARENT WORKSHOP SERIES
We're proud to present an exciting series of workshops specifically for the parents of child actors! With over 23 years of experience in multiple facets of the film/TV production industry including producing, directing, casting, production management/coordination, and talent representation, Asha Gill has interacted with child actors and their parents and has seen what works and what doesn’t. You can take one workshop at a time or save $45 for all six by purchasing the “Parent Series Plan”!
First workshop May 15th, 10am-12pm via zoom
Workshop details: www.thedramaclass.com/parent-workshops
Click here to start some drama: www.thedramaclass.com
RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
May and June 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 and safety.
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!
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! http://www.bizstudio.ca/classes
CASTING DIRECTOR WORKSHOP WITH KRIZ WOZ
May 14 (9am-5pm) and May 15 (10am-3pm)
Online via Zoom
Self Tapes, Zoom auditions and the occasional in-person callback are the new norm. One of the best ways to build an in person relationship with casting is to do casting director workshops where they can see your work live, see how you take re-directs, and get a sense of who you are as a person. It’s harder for casting to trust someone just from a self tape. Casting director workshops gives the actor an edge in The New Casting Environment that is even more competitive than before. https://actorvanstudios.com/product/the-casting-director-workshop-with-kris-from-kk-casting-may-2022/
UPCOMING EVENTS
COASTAL DANCE FESTIVAL
April 21-24
The 15th Annual Festival brings Indigenous artists together to share and support one another in a celebration of lived artistic practices. Guest national and international artists have connected the festival with a global community of Indigenous dance. https://damelahamid.ca/coastal-dance-festival-2022/
VERSES FESTIVAL OF WORDS
April 21-30
This year’s festival combines poetry with music inspired by a rich cross-section of genres, from hip hop to folk, experimental music to 80’s glam rock. Featured artists at the festival include Rudy Fransisco, Kimmortal, Desiree Dawson, Titilope Sonuga, Savage Family, Veda Hille and Joseph Dandurand. https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
DOXA DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL
May 5-15
This year's festival will showcase a total of 55 features and mid-lengths, 24 short films, both pre-recorded and live Q+As, as well as industry events and multiple opportunities for filmmakers, audiences and industry professionals to connect, both virtually and in person. https://www.doxafestival.ca
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.
