NORTH VANCOUVER RCMP CALLED TO AMATEUR FILM SET FEATURING ACTORS WITH REPLICA GUNS
Police in North Vancouver say they were called to the set of a film shoot over the weekend after receiving a report of a group of men in body
armour carrying rifles. Police discovered the men there were part of a shoot for an action film that was without permits.
https://www.chroniclejournal.com/news/national/north-vancouver-rcmp-called-to-amateur-film-set-featuring-actors-with-replica-guns/article_0fd2c861-7127-5247-afc7-34cf265adf59.html
HOLLYWOOD WRITERS UNION RATIFIES THREE-YEAR LABOUR CONTRACT AFTER STRIKE
Members of the Writers Guild of America approved a new three-year contract with major studios on Monday, five months
after the union called a strike that plunged Hollywood’s film and television production into turmoil. The WGA said 99 per cent of the roughly 8,500 votes supported the deal, which provides pay raises, some protections around use of artificial intelligence and other gains.
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/article-hollywood-writers-union-ratifies-three-year-labour-contract-after/
TALKS IN HOLLYWOOD ACTORS STRIKE BREAK OFF
The studios announced that they had suspended contract negotiations, saying the gap between the two sides was too great to make continuing worth it, despite an offer as good as the one
that recently ended the writers strike. The actors union decried their opponents' "bullying tactics" and said they were wildly mischaracterizing their offers.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/hollywood-actors-strike-producers-studios-1.6993556
BC'S FILM AND
TV INDUSTRY SAW $4.9 BILLION IN RECORD SPENDING IN 2022
The combined film, television, visual effects, and animation production industry in British Columbia saw a record-breaking year for local economic spinoffs in 2022. But with the dissolution of VEC, this is expected to be the final annual report measuring the local industry’s performance.
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/bc-vancouver-film-television-production-industry-economy-statistics
VANCOUVER FILM, TV PRODUCTION SLIPPED TO $3.4B IN 2022 AMID LABOR ACTION AGAINST U.S. PRODUCERS
The local film commission warns the impact of an industry
shutdown due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes reaching to British Columbia will cause "a significant short-term drop in production spending.”
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/vancouver-film-tv-production-1235616503/
THE CW PICKS UP CANADIAN-FILMED ‘WILD CARDS’ & “SIGHT UNSEEN’ FOR 2024
Both series are produced under the jurisdiction of ACTRA and the WGC in Canada. The licensing deal for both series was brokered by Blink49 Studios, who controls the distribution rights in the U.S. and Canada.
https://deadline.com/2023/10/the-cw-picks-up-wild-cards-sight-unseen-canadian-dramas-1235571688/
CRD GRANT PROGRAM INVESTS $2.6 MILLION IN ARTS AND CULTURE
Capital Regional District grants for arts organizations in Greater Victoria, increased by approximately
$100,000 from this point last year, includes 15 first-time recipients.
https://www.timescolonist.com/entertainment/crd-grant-program-invests-26-million-in-arts-and-culture-7682836
THE SHOW MUST GO ON: CAST, CREW SCRAMBLE TO
PUT ON MONTREAL PLAY AFTER COSTUMES STOLEN
A few days before opening night, the cast and crew of Mizushōbai (The Water Trade) received news that no theatre production wants to hear: the play's costumes had been stolen. With community members rallying behind them, they took swift action, recreating a month's work of theatrical costumes in just a few days.
https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/community-rallies-behind-montreal-play-after-costumes-stolen-just-days-before-opening-night-1.6597573
DENYS ARCAND TO RECEIVE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM DIRECTORS GUILD OF CANADA
Quebec auteur
Denys Arcand has been selected for the Directors Guild of Canada's top honour this year. The 82-year-old Oscar winner will receive the DGC Lifetime Achievement Award at a gala in Toronto on Oct. 21. The guild describes Arcand as among the "working legends of Canadian cinema."
https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/movies/denys-arcand-to-receive-lifetime-achievement-award-from-directors-guild-of-canada/article_5ead9c95-b26a-514b-bef5-d8de544414dd.html
PATRICK STEWART EXPLAINS WHY HE WAS GLAD HE DIDN'T
GET HIS BIG BREAK AS JEAN-LUC PICARD UNTIL HE WAS 47
"The work that I do has been my life, and it has harmed me and harmed relationships that I've been in because it took precedence over everything — even my own family — and that's no good. But I think I'm now at a point where I can do my job and not become lost in it and fixated with it, but remain open."
https://www.cbc.ca/arts/q/patrick-stewart-explains-why-he-was-glad-he-didn-t-get-his-big-break-as-jean-luc-picard-until-he-was-47-1.6991392
CAMERA SHOTS ALL ACTORS SHOULD KNOW
Whether creating your own content or
acting in a major studio production, understanding the craft of filmmaking will improve your performance and make you the crew’s best friend. Dipping your toe into film and television? Here are nine basic shot types that all on-camera actors should know.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/camera-shots-actors-should-know-11403/
HELPFUL WAYS TO DEAL WITH AND BOUNCE BACK FROM A BAD REVIEW
At some point in your career, it’s inevitable that someone won’t like your work. If they’re reviewers, they might even write about it and publish it for all to see. If you’re reeling from a bad review, here are five strategies to
help you not only handle a negative performance review but bounce back better than ever.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-to-bounce-back-from-a-bad-review/
CASTING DIRECTORS SARA KAY AND JENNY LEWIS DISCUSS THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CANADIAN AND
AMERICAN CASTING
That old salt about Canadians being nicer might be a load of baloney, but you would never know it by talking to these two. Not only do they play perfectly off each other — which makes sense considering they’ve been working together for 18 years — but they also clearly love what they do and enjoy talking about it. They chatted with us from Toronto, Jenny from the team’s office, and Sara from home.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/casting-directors-sara-kay-and-jenny-lewis/ |
AUDITION LAB WITH DAN MARTINEZ
A 6 WEEK AUDITION BOOTCAMP - back by popular demand!
Wednesdays, Nov 8th - Dec 13th, 7pm - 11pm.
Explore casting,
audition techniques, camerawork, self-tapes, authenticity and becoming more confident for your next audition.Actors will be given new scripts weekly to then prepare and deliver on the mark.
Please visit www.mcilroyandassociates.com/audition-lab to register. 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 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 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
COLD READING SERIES October 16 Join us in-person at Killarney Community Centre for the next
edition of the CRS. This month's scripts are: ‘Giltrude’s Dwelling’ a feature by Jeremy Lutter; and
‘Ms. Hargreave’s Handbook of Unspeakable Horrors’ Part 3, a feature by Ed Applby.
http://www.coldreadingseries.com 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
STAND FESTIVAL
November 2 - 12
STAND Festival emerges as a unique platform that celebrates immigrant and refugee artists' untold stories, vibrant talents, and undeniable passion. Through three dynamic disciplines - Theatre, Music, and Dance - the festival paints a rich tapestry of narratives, emotions, and experiences that transcend geographical borders.
https://www.standfestival.com
VANCOUVER ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL
November 2 - 12
VAFF celebrates its 27th edition this year with a full spectrum of in-person events and online programs. The 11-day celebration will highlight an array of unique and
outstanding talent, with both emerging and established Asian Canadian and Asian American writers, producers, and directors showcasing their latest work.
https://www.vaff.org
CHUTZPAH! FESTIVAL
November 2 - 23
The 23rd annual festival will
include opening and closing night special comedy events, concerts from Klezmer to chamber opera, innovative dance works, theatre, storytelling, interdisciplinary projects and interactive multimedia works paired with workshops, stimulating conversations and opportunities to interact with creative artists.
https://chutzpahfestival.com
F-O-R-M
November 4 - 18
The eighth annual FORM, Festival of Recorded Movement, is a celebration of movement and the ever-evolving nature of film. Featuring 42 short films from 10 countries, 15 world premieres from 17 youth and emerging commissioned artists. Join us for public screenings, technology and interaction exhibition, FORMations, workshops, artist talks and
more.
https://www.f-o-r-m.ca
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