MOVIES AND TV SHOWS FILMING IN VANCOUVER IN FEBRUARY
From brand new movies like Longlegs to your favourite series like Yellowjackets and The Good Doctor returning for another season, here is what’s
filming in Vancouver this February.
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/12-movies-and-tv-shows-filming-in-vancouver-in-february
ARE WE ROLLING?: MEET DIRECTOR KATHLEEN JAYME, PHIL LIND MULTICULTURAL ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
After growing up not seeing people like her on screen, being both behind and in front of the camera in her own films is Jayme’s way of inspiring other Filipino filmmakers to step forward. “By taking up space, I hope that I’m allowing other people to feel comfortable and brave enough to do their own thing in whatever space they occupy.”
https://ubyssey.ca/culture/are-we-rolling-meet-director-kathleen-jayme-phil-lind-multicultural-artist-in-residence/
‘PROUD TO SAY I AM A FAT PERSON’: CALGARY ACTORS DRAW ATTENTION TO WEIGHT BIAS
Bianca Miranda and Keshia Cheesman used to have
a difficult relationship with the word ‘fat.’ The two Calgary friends decided to put their experiences on stage in an Alberta Theatre Projects production called “The F Word.”
https://globalnews.ca/news/9442413/calgary-theatre-play-weight-bias/
CANADIAN CITY NAMED
ONE OF WORLD'S BEST FOR CREATIVES TO LIVE AND WORK IN
According to a United Nations report from 2021, creatives such as artists, musicians, and filmmakers are driving growth in emerging economies. So much so that the UN has estimated that the creative economy will reach a global valuation of $985 billion by this year, and could represent 10% of the world’s GDP before 2030.
https://dailyhive.com/canada/toronto-top-10-best-cities-creatives
INDIGENOUS-LED DRAMA ‘LITTLE BIRD’ GIVES VOICE TO CANADA’S STOLEN GENERATION
The series, which stars Darla Contois and Lisa Edelstein (“House, M.D.”), follows the life of Bezhig Little Bird, a victim of the Sixties Scoop in
Saskatchewan wherein First Nations children were abducted and placed in foster homes before being put up for adoption by white families.
https://variety.com/2023/tv/global/little-bird-canada-stolen-generation-rezolution-pictures-1235509434/
HOLLYWOOD PRODUCTION IN QUEBEC FELL IN 2022, PROVINCE CITES “GENUINE SLOWDOWN” GLOBALLY
The French-speaking market says it faces “stiff competition” from Ontario, British Columbia and globally as recessionary fears spur Hollywood studios to change their content strategies.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/hollywood-production-in-quebec-fell-in-2022-1235314147/
ARE CANADA’S PLANS FOR STREAMING REGULATION A HELP OR HINDRANCE? SCREEN LEADERS ADDRESS CONCERNS AHEAD OF SENATE VOTE
As the online
landscape continues to shift and evolve in the screen sector, so too do the conversations surrounding streaming legislation in Canada. The current iteration of that dialogue, Bill C-11, is in the final stages of voting at the Senate this week. It is expected to be passed back to the Commons for a final vote and eventual passage into law in the coming days.
https://variety.com/2023/tv/global/canada-bill-c11-netflix-concerns-1235510723/
THE TRUTH BEHIND THE PATH: PAVING THE WAY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF BIPOC ACTORS
My teacher sat me down and said, “Girl, if you can’t take it from me, you will never make it out there. They’re
going to treat you like sh*t, they will barely give you crumbs… all because of the colour of your skin… you have to be better than everyone else. Or you don’t stand a chance.” I did what she said. I took the lesson and I became one of the best.
https://www.actramagazine.ca/winter2023/the-truth-behind-the-path/
THE DEMISE OF TIME’S UP DOESN’T SPELL THE END OF HOLLYWOOD’S EQUALITY PUSH
The U.S. organization, which began with the best intentions, never figured out how to build beyond its celebrity focus but did push issues that were formerly invisible to the front of the conversation.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/demise-of-times-up-fight-equality-1235315416/
ACTORS WHO LIED, SCHEMED, AND GAMBLED TO LAND A ROLE
Most of the time, actors either audition for a
role or are offered it directly. Sometimes, however, the process they have to go through to land a part is a little...unorthodox. Here are actors who went above and beyond to land a role.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/kristenharris1/actors-auditions-risks
THE 5 WS OF ACTING
& SCREENWRITING: HOW TO CREATE REALISTIC, RELATABLE CHARACTERS
Excavating the circumstances and traits inherent to your characters is vital to the success of both writer and actors; sometimes the backstory truly is everything! Let’s break down how the 5 Ws can make your storytelling shine.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/creating-characters-questions-75942/
NONBINARY ACTORS AND THE CHALLENGES OF THE TRADE
Nonbinary people are being represented onscreen more than ever before, both as actors and characters. Here’s a rundown of the issues nonbinary actors
face in the industry, including insights from theater professionals and nonbinary performers themselves.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/nonbinary-actors-challenges-75920/
THE DANGERS OF SELF-DEPRECATION: BE YOUR BEST ADVOCATE FROM THE INSIDE
OUT
Rejection is part and parcel of an actor’s career. But for the most part, we expect that rejection to come externally. What is less talked about is the rejection we tend to mete out to ourselves, and the toll it can take on mental health and even career success.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/the-dangers-of-self-deprecation-be-your-best-advocate-from-the-inside-out/ |
RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
February and March 2023 classes are open for registration! All classes are in person with safety protocols in place.
New to us? Click here:
www.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! 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 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 VICTORIA FILM FESTIVAL
February 3 - 12
The 2023 VFF features more than 100 films, including many Canadian shorts and features. Join us this year for films, industry
events, and conversations.
https://www.victoriafilmfestival.com
COLD READING SERIES
February 13
Join us for a Live-Stream Zoom Event. Come stretch your artistic muscles and flex your humanity. This month's
script to be announced.
http://www.coldreadingseries.com |
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