BC FILM/TV INDUSTRY AWAITS AS TALKS CONTINUE IN HOLLYWOOD ACTORS' STRIKE

Members of B.C.’s TV/film industry got some positive news this week when it was announced that contract negotiations for Hollywood’s largest union would be continuing.

https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/bc-film-tv-industry-hollywood-actors-strike

WEB SERIES FILMED IN GREATER VICTORIA EYES MENTAL HEALTH MONTH LAUNCH

Best Friend Me touches on depression, a suicide attempt, alcohol use disorder, child neglect and depicts sexually intimate scenes. Tough subjects aren’t new for de Lara and Stigma Free Productions.

https://www.vicnews.com/community/web-series-filmed-in-greater-victoria-eyes-mental-health-month-launch-4999310

WRITER/DIRECTOR OF MINISERIES BONES OF CROWES FELT WEIGHT OF RESPONSIBILE STORYTELLING
The writer/director of a new miniseries called Bones of Crows said she wanted to ensure the truth about residential schools was told but also to make sure cast and crew members were taken care of.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/indigenous/bones-of-crows-miniseries-1.6978837 
 

'A DAY IN THE LIFE' WITH TORONTO-BASED ACTOR SHAWN AHMED
One of the things that sets Shawn apart is his ability to connect with an audience on a deep emotional level, regardless of how fantastical or down-to-earth an artistic piece may be. 

https://torontoguardian.com/2023/10/toronto-artist-shawn-ahmed/

ACTORS ON PICKET LINES EXPRESS OPTIMISM AS SAG-AFTRA NEGOTIATIONS PROGRESS

The SAG-AFTRA strike is now in its 85th day. The issues remain the same as they were on Day 1 — streaming residuals, the use of artificial intelligence, and increases in minimum rates to keep pace with inflation — among dozens of lesser known concerns.

https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/sag-aftra-strike-day-85-negotiations-1235747732/

GOLDEN GLOBES REVEAL VOTERS FOR 2024 AWARDS

The group of 300 journalists from around the world is 60 percent racially and ethnically diverse, the organization said Monday, proclaiming that the voting body is the “most ethnically diverse of all the major awards shows.”

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/2024-golden-globes-voters-list-1235606055/ 

WHAT IS CHARACTER ACTING? A PRIMER
Becoming a character actor involves deep script analysis, careful crafting of each role, and specific choices that require you to work beyond your natural habits and mannerisms.

https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/character-acting-a-primer-67022/ 

SOLVING THE MYSTERIES OF CALLBACKS
Being called back for a role can be both exhilarating and exasperating. You’re one step closer to getting the job, but you also have more pressure on you to make any necessary adjustments, deliver a solid performance, and ultimately win over the casting team. 

https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/solving-mysteries-callbacks-33070/ 

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! 
New to us? Click here: www.railtownactors.com/interview
* Acting on Film/On Camera classes with John Cassini & Janet Kidder 
* Scene Study classes with Brian Markinson, Frank Cassini, Janet Kidder

* Actors Instrument work with Carmel Amit.
* Voice and Movement for the Actor with Kendra Anderson
Details for all Classes: www.railtownactors.com/classes
We look forward to hearing from you!

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

VANCOUVER IMPROV FESTIVAL
October 10 - 15
The 25th Vancouver Improv Festival returns to celebrate spontaneity and collaboration through the art form of improvisation. This year’s festival features acts from Toronto, New York City, Portland, and more!
https://vancouverimprovfest.com

OUTSIDER ARTS FESTIVAL
October 12 - 17
The 7th annual Festival returns to the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre. This year’s edition of Canada’s first and only outsider arts festival will be bigger than ever, with five days of programming, new workshops.
https://voaf.ca

VANCOUVER HORROR SHOW FILM FESTIVAL
October 13 - 22
VHS will bring six feature length films and 41 short films from all over the world to Vancouver and Burnaby audiences, providing scares perfect for the Halloween season. The 2023 lineup will include Industry panels, Filmmaker Q&As, Screenplay Competition, and more.
https://www.vancouverhorrorshow.com

DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE HEART OF THE CITY FESTIVAL
October 25 - November 5
Guided by the theme Grounded in Community, Carrying it Forward, the 2023 Festival will feature 100+ events and showcase 40+ local venues over twelve days of live and online events – both indoors and out – including music, stories, poetry, theatre, ceremony, films, dance, readings, forums, workshops, discussions, gallery exhibits, art talks, history walks and more.

https://www.heartofthecityfestival.com

Vancouver Actor's Guide
info@vancouveractorsguide.com
www.vancouveractorsguide.com

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