TALENT TOUTED IN UBCP/ACTRA'S NOMINEES LIST FOR ANNUAL AWARDS
The awards honour members in six categories for their exceptional contributions to the entertainment industry in the past year.
https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/ubcp-actras-nominees-list-for-2022-awards
VANCOUVER’S BRIDGE STUDIOS PLANS 42-STAGE EXPANSION FOR HOLLYWOOD SHOOTS
The new construction, set to begin next year, will see Bridge Studios in Burnaby,
a suburb of Vancouver, have in all 55 stages after the studio campus expansion. The new stages aim to satisfy rising demand by Hollywood studios and streamers for stages in Canada or elsewhere worldwide as their streaming wars feed rising subscriber demand for original content.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/vancouvers-bridge-studios-plans-42-stage-expansion-for-hollywood-shoots-1235244729/
VANCOUVER-BORN FILMMAKER JEFF L. LIEBERMAN RECEIVES KEN BURNS PRIZE FOR UPCOMING DOCUMENTARY BELLA!
Vancouver-born filmmaker Jeff L. Lieberman has just landed a $200,000 grant to be applied to Bella!, his documentary celebrating
the story of American congresswoman Bella Abzug. Lieberman was one of two winners, with money earmarked to help moviemakers finish films that are close to completion.
https://www.straight.com/movies/vancouver-born-filmmaker-jeff-l-lieberman-receives-ken-burns-prize-for-upcoming-documentary
SECWÉPEMC ACTOR GRACE DOVE STARRING IN NEW NETWORK DRAMA THAT SHINES LIGHT ON MMIWG
A graduate of Shas Ti Kelly Road, formerly Kelly Road Secondary in Prince George, B.C., Dove already has quite a few credits to her name and is now starring in the
ABC drama Alaska Daily, where she shares the prime time screen with Academy Award-winning actress Hilary Swank.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/alaska-daily-grace-dove-1.6622284
SOMEONE IN VANCOUVER IS SELLING A HYPER-REALISTIC BODY PROP USED IN A
NETFLIX SHOW
TV and film memorabilia collected by fans aren't uncommon, but usually, it's something small. Phasers from Star Trek, swords from Lord of the Rings or an egg from Aliens are just a few examples. However, a prop from Netflix's Altered Carbon is a bit larger than those. It's a life-sized body double cast. Of a dead woman.
https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/local-news/vancouver-selling-realistic-body-prop-netflix-5974565
HOW A YOUNG ACTOR FROM CALGARY LANDED THE LEAD IN THE HALLOWEEN FINALE OPPOSITE JAMIE LEE CURTIS
Last year, Rohan Campbell auditioned for a mystery project
called The Maynard Defence Council. As is often the case with high-profile films, this was not the actual title of the film that he would eventually star in but a code name to ensure the project was kept secret.
https://calgaryherald.com/entertainment/movies/how-a-young-actor-from-calgary-landed-the-lead-in-the-halloween-finale-opposite-jamie-lee-curtis
SASK. GOVERNMENT COMMITS $7.5M MORE TO FILM AND TV PRODUCTION
The Saskatchewan government's is further boosting the film and television industry with an additional $7.5 million for Creative Saskatchewan's production grant. In
the 2022-23 budget, the grant was increased from $2 million to $10 million. The additional $7.5 million, announced Thursday, puts the total commitment to the grant at $17.5 million for this year alone.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/sask-film-tv-grant-1.6623325
TORONTO AS A SETTING: ITS PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE IN THE FILM INDUSTRY
Toronto may be the ‘Hollywood of the North,’ but it’s hardly ever established as its own setting in popular media. Film lovers and city dwellers alike may wonder why this is, and if we will ever get to see Toronto playing itself in the future.
https://thevarsity.ca/2022/10/16/toronto-as-a-setting-its-past-present-and-future-in-the-film-industry/
NETFLIX BACKS INDIGENOUS FILMMAKERS AS STREAMER HITS MILESTONE IN CANADIAN CONTENT SUPPORT
The U.S. streamer is funding Anishinaabe director Jaime
Wescoup’s documentary about female First Nation chiefs after the 1000th local film and TV creator completed Netflix-supported training programs across Canada.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/netflix-indigenous-canadian-filmmakers-content-milestone-1235244048/
PROVINCE ANNOUNCES $6,900 GRANT FOR CANADIAN WOMEN IN FILM MUSEUM IN COBOURG
“The Canadian Women in Film Museum is a historic landmark in our community, and this funding will enable the foundation to take important steps to modernize their
exhibits. This support from Ontario will ensure that local residents can continue celebrating Canadian women in film, including Cobourg-born Marie Dressler, for years to come.”
https://www.thepeterboroughexaminer.com/local-northumberland/news/2022/10/19/province-announces-6-900-grant-for-canadian-women-in-film-museum-in-cobourg.html
HOLLYWOOD STAR ANNA MAY WONG TO BE FIRST ASIAN AMERICAN FEATURED ON U.S. CURRENCY
The printed quarter shows an image of Wong resting on her hand, serving as a tribute to what most consider the first Chinese
American movie star. She was born in 1905 in Chinatown, Los Angeles and died in 1961 of a heart attack in her Santa Monica home.
https://variety.com/2022/film/asia/anna-may-wong-quarter-first-asian-american-us-currency-1235407755/
ENTERTAINMENT
BUSINESS MANAGER JEFF BACON HAS SOME FINANCIAL ADVICE FOR ACTORS
Unfortunately, for many artists who spend day and night perfecting their craft, becoming a great money manager outside of work usually isn’t one of them. Luckily, the industry is filled with all sorts of professionals who can guide you through what it takes to file taxes. In that regard, you can never have too much free financial advice.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/entertainment-business-manager-jeff-bacon-has-some-financial-advice-for-actors/
WHAT TO DO AFTER YOU LAND AN ACTING GIG
You’ve finally landed an acting gig after months or even years of
auditioning. But what do you do now? The work doesn’t stop once you’ve booked the role. In fact, that’s when the real work begins.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/what-to-do-after-you-land-an-acting-gig/
DE-ROLING: HOW AND WHEN IT’S IMPORTANT TO REMOVE YOURSELF FROM
THE WORK
Even when not taking extreme measures, actors often engage with heightened emotions in a repeated and sustained matter. It’s natural to feel the effects. Your body doesn’t always know you’re acting. So how do we protect ourselves and make sure we are physically and mentally able to sustain this kind of work?
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/de-roling-how-and-when-its-important-to-remove-yourself-from-the-work/ |
THE DRAMA CLASS: THE SKILLS WORKSHOP SERIES
The Drama Class is proud to present an exciting series of workshops perfect for the fall! Work
on your acting craft and
career skills with Catherine Lough Haggquist, Bronwen Smith, Joh
Prowse, Laine MacNeil and Lynda MacNeil in the Skills Workshop Series! Each workshop will
focus on different skills such as conquering one-liners, camera techniques,
hair/makeup/wardrobe, and more! You can take one workshop at a time or save $30 for all six
by purchasing the
“Skills Workshop Series Package”!
First workshop Nov 7th, 7pm-8:30pm via zoom
Click here for workshop details: www.thedramaclass.com/skills-series
Click here to start some drama: www.thedramaclass.com RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
Fall 2022 classes are open for registration. All classes are in person with safety protocols in place.
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! TRICITIES FILM STUDIO
FALL CLASSES Sept-Dec! REGISTER ONLINE, NOW!
https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/booking/
The top film training studio in
the suburbs for all ages, 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 the lower mainland's strongest coaching crew of powerhouse working actors, all focused on getting TCFS students properly prepared to work NOW!
* 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 DIALECT COACHING - TONY ALCANTAR & ASSOCIATES
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 or 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 BOOZE 'N' SCHMOOZE
October 25
Are you an indie filmmaker? Do you plan to be one? Well, there's nothing like feeling you are part of a community. So come check out
what other indie filmmakers do and say at our monthly boozin' n schmoozin' event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/s/october-booze-n-schmooze/2848537428624660/
DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE HEART OF THE CITY FESTIVAL
October 26 - November 6
Guided by this year’s festival theme, Community Is Our Mentor, the festival will focus on listening and learning from the lived wisdom and cultural practices of Downtown Eastside community organizations, artists and ancestors; and engaging the transformative power of story, song, music, film, theatre, dance, visual arts and ceremony to illuminate pathways of resistance and resilience.
https://www.heartofthecityfestival.com
VANCOUVER ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL
November 3 - 13
VAFF is the longest running Asian film festival in Canada. It was founded
in 1995 and debuted in September 1997. Since then, tens of thousands of film lovers have experienced a diverse selection of North American-Asian and international films.
https://vaff.org VANCOUVER HORROR SHOW
November 5 - 8
In 2022 the VHS is back in the theatre for our biggest season yet with three feature presentations and 36 shorts films over three days at theatres across Vancouver.
https://www.vancouverhorrorshow.com/vhs-2022-live-event-program
THE CHUTZPAH! FESTIVAL 2022
November 3 - 24
The Chutzpah! Festival: The Lisa Nemetz Festival of International Jewish Performing Arts is an annual festival of world-renowned dance, music, theatre, and comedy, through a lens of Jewish experiences, stories, and values in all their richness and diversity, creating unforgettable and unique
experiences for audiences throughout the Lower Mainland.
https://chutzpahfestival.com
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