MOVIES AND TV SHOWS FILMING IN VANCOUVER IN JUNE
Majestic mountains, vivid greenery, and an ocean view — Vancouverites take a certain pride in seeing their hometown on the big screen, often spotting local
landmarks in the background. With quite a few new movies and returning series in town right now, don’t miss out on all the action! Here’s everything you need to know about what’s filming in Vancouver this June.
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/movies-tv-shows-filming-in-vancouver-june-2023
IN THE COURTS: CREDITORS BATTLE OVER VANCOUVER FILM STUDIO’S DEBTS In March, a B.C. Supreme Court judge granted Access Road’s application to appoint a receiver over Bron if the studio didn’t pay its debts in full by May 1. According to the Appeals Court decision, Bron had only paid US$151,000.
https://biv.com/article/2023/05/courts-creditors-battle-over-vancouver-film-studios-debts
INDIGENOUS FILMMAKERS RECEIVE SUPPORT FROM ROGERS INDIGENOUS FILM FUND PROGRAM
Designed with the Indigenous community and industry, the RIFF Program invests in local content
creation for Indigenous filmmakers and creatives.
https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/movies/indigenous-filmmakers-receive-support-from-rogers-indigenous-film-fund-program
PLANNED PRODUCTION STUDIO IN IQALUIT WILL BE 'GAME
CHANGING,' SAYS FILMMAKER
Iqaluit-based production company Red Marrow Media, co-founded by Stacey Aglok MacDonald and Alethea Arnaquq-Baril, is leading the project. They're currently developing a yet-untitled comedy series, commissioned by CBC, APTN and Netflix.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/iqaluit-film-studio-1.6361617
TAVI GEVINSON: AUDITIONS ARE WORK. PAY US.
The 'Gossip Girl' actor and Rookie magazine founder writes that too many in Hollywood — including herself until recently — undervalue a huge part of the profession: "I realized how little I knew about auditions’ value as not simply 'opportunities' for us, but
commodities that studios need."
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/tavi-gevinson-auditions-are-work-1235505877/
WRITERS’ SHUT-IT-DOWN STRATEGY HAS BEEN EFFECTIVE, EXECUTIVES PRIVATELY CONCEDE
As the strike extends into its second month, protesters are focusing efforts on stopping in-progress productions: "We have to make sure that no writing is happening across the board."
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/writers-shut-it-down-strategy-1235503828/
NEW ZEALAND RENEWS FILM AND TV PRODUCTION INCENTIVES SYSTEM, FOLLOWING REVIEW
The decision follows a New Zealand government review of the local and international production incentives and the post-production and visual effects schemes that began in late 2022.
https://variety.com/2023/film/news/new-zealand-renews-film-tv-production-incentives-1235627977/
HOW TO OVERCOME SELF-DEPRECATION
Too much self-deprecating humor can create a negative feedback loop and lead to
self-sabotage. Here’s everything you should know about the practice of putting yourself down, including why you do it and strategies to stop.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/self-deprecation-tips-76258/
HOW TO FIND AN AGENT AS A NEW ACTOR
If you’re feeling intimidated, it’s good to take a step back and remember that finding an agent doesn’t have to be stressful. This is an exciting step in your career. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you’re looking for the right fit.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-to-find-an-agent-as-a-new-actor/ |
MCILROY & ASSOCIATES - SUMMER ACTING WORKSHOPS
Industry-standard training for the professional actor in Vancouver.
* FAQ: INTRO TO THE INDUSTRY with Jarryd
Baine and Guest Speaker ANDREW MCILROY (for newer actors, a great chance to meet our Artistic Director Andrew - on ZOOM), Saturday June 24th 10am-4pm
* Développé: 4-DAY ACTING WORKSHOP FOR DANCERS with Louriza Tronco - Tuesdays & Wednesdays starting June 13th (in person)
* SCENE STUDY INTENSIVE with Kathleen Duborg, for experienced actors July 3rd-9th
More information at
https://www.mcilroyandassociates.com/classes
Find us on IG @mcilroyandassociates
See you in the studio! BIZ STUDIO: PROFESSIONAL FILM+TV ACTING CLASSES FOR KIDS+TEENS
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
https://www.tonyalcantar.com RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
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 Brian Markinson, Frank Cassini, Jennifer Copping & Carmel Amit
* Actors Instrument work with Carmel Amit.
Details for all Classes: www.railtownactors.com/classes
Coaching and Tapings: www.railtownactors.com/coaching
We look forward to hearing from you! VANCOUVER SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
June 2 - 11
Our 2023 festival is one of “Rising Stars, Revolutionary Stories”, with a lineup that features bold storytelling and
daring experimentation from some of Canada’s most talented filmmakers. This year’s festival features 57 films across six programs, including 45 films from BC filmmakers.
https://www.vsff.com
QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL June 17 - 28 Join us for 11 days of multidisciplinary arts events and exhibitions. Futurism and fantasy have always been cornerstones of the 2SLGBTQIA+ experience. For many queer people, the Future is a place where dreams are realized; for others, it’s a vital sanctuary from a present-day reality that does not include them. https://queerartsfestival.com |
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