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INDUSTRY NEWS
DIRECTORS GUILD OF CANADA BC STRIKE DEADLINE PASSES, BUT DUE TO A QUIRK IN CANADIAN LAW, ALL FILMING CONTINUES
Asked if the guild is on strike, a spokesperson said that “the answer isn’t as simple” in British Columbia. Every film and TV show currently in production in British Columbia has signed a safe harbor agreement, allowing them to go on shooting as long as they abide by its terms. https://deadline.com/2022/04/directors-guild-canada-bc-strike-deadline-1235013261/
THE CW CANCELS VANCOUVER-FILMED "BATWOMAN" AND "LEGENDS OF TOMORROW"
Two major DC Comics’ television series that have fuelled Vancouver’s film and television industry for years were abruptly cancelled today, leaving fans of both shows without a proper conclusion to years-long plots. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/batwoman-legends-of-tomorrow-cancelled
MOVIES AND TV SHOWS FILMING IN VANCOUVER THIS MAY
From brand new movies on location to your favourite series returning for another season, these cast and crew are hard at work to bring you some binge-worthy creations that you don’t want to miss! Here is what’s filming in Vancouver this May. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/11-movies-tv-shows-filming-vancouver-may
HOLLYWOOD’S COVID-19 PROTOCOLS EXTENDED UNTIL NEW AGREEMENT CAN BE REACHED
Hollywood’s unions have agreed to extend the film and TV industry’s current Covid-19 safety protocols until a new agreement can be reached with the Alliance of Motion Picture & Television Producers. The protocols had been set to expire on Saturday. The extension was agreed to by the DGA, SAG-AFTRA, IATSE, the Teamsters and the Basic Crafts. https://deadline.com/2022/04/hollywoods-covid-19-protocols-extended-until-new-agreement-can-be-reached-1235013639/
REVENGE OF THE BLACK BEST FRIEND WANTS TO REWRITE THE SCRIPT FOR BLACK ACTORS
Revenge of the Black Best Friend, co-written and co-produced by CBC host, screenwriter and playwright Amanda Parris, tackles those kinds of stereotypes, tropes, and tokenization thrust on Black actors, showing that revenge is best served as satire. https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/revenge-black-best-friend-cbc-1.6430290
HUNDREDS OF ART PIECES FROM FILM AND TV ON OFFER IN VANCOUVER SPECIAL EFFECTS ARTIST'S ESTATE SALE
From aliens to mechanical baby arms, Bill Terezakis could seemingly create anything he set his mind to. Terezakis died last year from a heart attack at the age of 55. He’s been described as a special effects and make-up artist extraordinaire.
THEATRES NEED MORE PLUS-SIZED BLACK ACTORS, SAYS BROADWAY AND WEST END STAR
A professional career in theatre was not always on the cards for Marisha Wallace. The Broadway and West End star, who was born and raised on a pig farm in North Carolina, rarely saw people that looked like her on stage. Wallace is on a singular mission to call out the lack of plus-sized black actors on stage and to inspire young girls just like her. https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2022/apr/30/marisha-wallace-plus-sized-actors-theatre
TIPS FOR SELF-SUBMITTING
The actor’s hustle is a lifelong endeavor. The more you submit yourself, the better you’ll get at sorting through legitimate projects that are worth your time, and the ones that are better passed over. As long as you’re keeping things honest and professional with your agent and management, there’s no reason you should stop self-submitting. https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/5-tips-for-self-submitting/
THINGS YOU NEED TO DO AFTER FILM SCHOOL, ACCORDING TO A CAREER COACH
Even if you are lucky enough to nab an agent or manager, you, the artist, must still be the primary driver of your career. It’s your job to provide direction and partner with your representatives to realize your vision. At the end of the day, only you know what is in your creative heart. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/what-to-do-after-film-school-75026/
HACKS FOR NAILING CO-STAR ROLES FROM VETERAN ACTOR ADRIAN MARTINEZ
Martinez’s sentiment harks back to a saying we’re taught as youngsters: “be yourself.” It is both the easiest and hardest part to play. However, when you’re able to bring your unique self to every role, you give casting directors and the audience something real to digest. https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/3-hacks-for-nailing-co-star-roles-from-veteran-actor-adrian-martinez/
UPCOMING TRAINING
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/
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.
The schedule of our upcoming classes can be viewed here: www.specialskillsformovies.com/classes
Contact: training@specialskillsformovies.com
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
UPCOMING EVENTS
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
CRAZY 8s GALA SCREENING AND AFTERPARTY
May 7
Catch all six short films made in just 8 days! Crazy8s is Vancouver's longest-running short film program and we don't want you to miss this year's films and filmmaking teams. http://crazy8s.film
REVOLVER THEATRE FESTIVAL
May 25 - June 5
Aimed at tapping local audiences into the creative process, the festival is made up of an eclectic combination of digital and audio experiences, conversations and workshops. https://www.upintheairtheatre.com
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