VANCOUVER-HELMED SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE NOMINATED FOR OSCAR
The nod follows the studio’s 2019 win for the prequel film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, which also picked up top animation honours at the Golden
Globes and BAFTA awards that year.
https://theprovince.com/entertainment/movies/spiderman-into-spiderverse-oscars-vancouver
FILM INDUSTRY VET BUYS B.C. ANIMATION HOUSE
Kelowna's Yeti Farm Creative Animation Studio
is under new ownership. It has been purchased by veteran animation producer and studio executive Rick Mischel and will be renamed "Artist Animation Studio." The business will remain in Kelowna. Yeti Farm was best known for its work on Hotel Transylvania: The Series and Pete the Cat.
https://biv.com/article/2024/01/film-industry-vet-buys-bc-animation-house
VANCOUVER THEATRE LOOKING TO PASS ON THE LOVE OF STAGE TO A NEW GENERATION
Tucked away next to the on ramp to the Arthur Laing bridge sits Metro Theatre, a community that has been putting on shows for over 60 years. But with an aging community metro is now looking into different ways of
revitalizing itself and rebuilding their audiences.
https://bcitnews.com/2024/01/25/vancouver-theatre-looking-to-pass-on-the-love-of-stage-to-a-new-generation/
CITY OF KAMLOOPS COMMITTEE LOOKING AT $120M PERFORMING ARTS
CENTRE
The city’s Build Kamloops program is considering a staff proposal to allocate $7 million to finish detailed design work for a performing arts centre.
https://www.coastreporter.net/bc-news/city-of-kamloops-committee-looking-at-120m-performing-arts-centre-8138903
TORONTO WAS JUST CROWNED THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK IN YET ANOTHER CATEGORY
Move over, Vancouver, because Toronto is laying claim to the contested title of “Hollywood North,” taking the top spot of any city in the world for the best place to live and
work in the movie industry — aside from the two obvious cities you’re probably thinking of right now.
https://dailyhive.com/canada/toronto-best-place-movie-maker
NFB CLOSING VANCOUVER, MONTREAL INTERACTIVE STUDIOS
The National Film Board (NFB)
has announced the closure of its Vancouver and Montreal interactive studios as it reinvests in production. The move will result in the loss of 14 full-time positions, however NFB says a half-dozen new jobs will be created.
https://broadcastdialogue.com/nfb-closing-vancouver-montreal-interactive-studios/
SCOTT STUBER DEPARTING NETFLIX AS FILM HEAD
Scott Stuber, who pushed Netflix to expand into blockbuster movie territory, is stepping down from the streaming service’s top film job to form his own media company.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/scott-stuber-departing-netflix-as-film-head-4072996/
'KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON' AND 'OPPENHEIMER' BACKLASH: BLAME THE GATEKEEPERS, NOT THE FILMMAKERS
Martin Scorsese and Christopher Nolan’s Oscar
contenders have faced criticism for centering white, male characters in films about violence inflicted on Native Americans and Japanese communities, proving there is a hunger for other perspectives.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/killers-of-the-flower-moon-oppenheimer-backlash-1235791011/
I RELISH THE COMMUNITY IN COMMUNITY THEATRE
My hand still shakes when applying eyeliner, but these days I’m curious to know more about the people around me, whether they are backstage or walking down the street. I don’t think I’ll start any unwanted
conversations, but when the opportunity arises, I’m ready to listen and learn about the stories that are waiting to be told.
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/first-person/article-i-relish-the-community-in-community-theatre/
UNDERSTANDING (AND
USING) THE PROXIMITY EFFECT IN AUDIO RECORDING
There are technical cheats that can boost bass in the voice to create a phenomenon known as the proximity effect. This isn’t just a fix that’s done in postproduction; it can also happen during production. Here’s everything you need to know.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/proximity-effect-audio-explained-76845/
STRATEGIES FOR LANDING AN AGENT IN L.A.
Actors are often confused about where to start seeking representation in L.A. and what to prepare in order to seal the deal when they do finally schedule a meeting. Luckily, there isn’t just one way you can go about obtaining representation. Here
are four strategies to keep in mind.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/strategies-for-landing-an-agent-in-los-angeles-67744/
THE ACTOR’S CLOSET: ITEMS TO HAVE ON HAND FOR SELF TAPES
When it comes
to dressing for self tapes, you don’t need to be in costume. That said, it can be handy to have certain clothing items on hand for auditions. Keeping a small portion of your closet devoted to auditioning clothes that are kept clean and pressed can save time and worry. Here are some items that could help to have on hand in a pinch.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/easily-thrifted-items-to-have-on-hand-for-self-tapes/ |
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
* Voice and Movement for the Actor with Kendra Anderson
Details for all Classes:
www.railtownactors.com/classes
We look forward to hearing from you! TRICITIES FILM STUDIO'S WINTER CLASSES + PROFESSIONAL TAPING STUDIO
The top film training studio in the suburbs for all ages, come see why casting directors and agents alike are sending actors to train & self-tape with us! We offer On-Camera & Scene Work classes, a professional taping studio (7 days a week), and one of the strongest coaching crews of working actors, all focused on getting students properly prepared to work NOW! Fun and word of mouth has made us the fastest growing independent studio in BC.
* https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/booking/
* Kids: (7-9 /10-13) https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/kids-classes/
* Teens: (14-17) https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/teen-classes/
* Adults: (18+) https://tricitiesfilmstudio.com/adult-classes/ 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 PUSH INTERNATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
January 18 - February 4
The 2024 Festival features 17 works of dance, theatre, music and multimedia by acclaimed artists from 15 countries,
plus two Club PuSh cabaret nights. This year, PuSh asks: “Can a live art festival be a ritual for social change? A cultural strategy? A means to rethink history while imagining possible futures?”
https://pushfestival.ca
HOLD ON LET GO
January 23 - February 2
Now going into its 14th season, HOLD ON LET GO (formerly PushOFF) has solidified its place as a vital space for artists and audiences to come together in the sharing of new, experimental works that look to challenge what performance is and can be. We’re also excited to be hosting some fun and engaging gatherings at The Russian Hall, including artist talks and social mixers.
https://holdonletgo.ca
MENA FILM FESTIVAL
January 27 - February 1
MENA Film Festival brings the voices of filmmakers from the MENA/SWANA - Middle East and North Africa/Southwest Asia and North Africa community to Canada and the world. Join us for a week of shorts, features, panels and workshops in support of MENA/SWANA arts and
experience.
https://www.menafilmfestival.com
VICTORIA FILM FESTIVAL
February 2 - 11
The Victoria Film Festival is rolling the reels for an epic 30th-anniversary celebration, and we want YOU to be part of it! For 30 years, VFF has
been the heartbeat of Victoria’s film scene, bringing reel magic to our city. Check out the full 10-day programming on our website.
https://www.victoriafilmfestival.com |
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