AFTER PUBLIC CAMPAIGN, FIREHALL ARTS CENTRE WINS CITY COMMITMENT TO $10 MILLION ACCESSIBILITY UPGRADES
Council voted unanimously that staff seek to allocate up to $10 million in the 2027-2030 Capital Plan for the renewal
and expansion of the Firehall theatre. But it also directed staff to try to secure unused funds sooner “to begin work as quickly as possible this term” on the upgrades.
https://www.createastir.ca/articles/firehall-arts-centre-upgrades-city-commitment
MAJOR VIDEO GAME
PUBLISHERS SHIELDED BY IN-HOUSE STUDIOS DURING STRIKE, ANALYSTS SAY
The strike, which began last week, marked the latest in Hollywood after unions representing writers and actors took to the picket lines last year seeking protections against the use of artificial intelligence.
https://www.reuters.com/technology/major-video-game-publishers-shielded-by-in-house-studios-during-strike-analysts-2024-07-29/
WRITER EARNINGS FELL $600 MILLION DUE TO STRIKE AND INDUSTRY CONTRACTION, WGA SAYS
Writer earnings,
reported for dues purposes, dropped to $1.29 billion in 2023. Adjusted for inflation, that is the lowest level since the writers strike in 2007-08. Employment also fell by 19.5%, to 5,501 working writers, the lowest number since 2014.
https://variety.com/2024/biz/news/film-tv-writer-earnings-fall-hollywood-strikes-wga-report-1236087413/
HOLLYWOOD BASIC CRAFTS REACH TENTATIVE DEAL WITH STUDIOS AND STREAMERS
The union coalition, representing around 8,000 industry workers, went into negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers on June 10.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/hollywood-basic-crafts-reach-tentative-deal-1235951786/
‘HOLD ON TO YOUR SEATS’: HOW MUCH WILL AI AFFECT THE ART OF FILM-MAKING?
The future is here, whether some
like it or not, and artificial intelligence is already impacting the film industry. But just how far can, and should, it go?
https://www.theguardian.com/film/article/2024/jul/27/artificial-intelligence-movies
THIS EMMY-WINNING WRITER HAS AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR
CREATIVES THAT FEAR AN AI TAKEOVER
“When I think of AI, the question is, if we want to utilize AI, is it a replacement for how to create community, or is it a tool for us to utilize to be able to create community?”
https://www.essence.com/news/money-career/kwame-alexander-crossover-fear-ai-takeover/
IMDB FOUNDER COL NEEDHAM SHARES HIS JOURNEY TO SIMPLIFY ENTERTAINMENT
Crediting itself as “the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV and celebrity content,” IMDb has had more of an elaborate journey over its 34 years in existence than you probably know of, since
becoming the go-to entertainment destination that it is today. Col Needham is very much “the wizard behind the curtain” with IMDb, being its Founder and CEO.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeffconway/2024/07/31/imdb-founder-col-needham-shares-his-journey-to-simplify-entertainment/
HE’S SO ANNOYING
For years, being “sexy” didn’t work for Ryan Reynolds. It took him too long to realize being irritating did.
https://www.vulture.com/article/deadpool-ryan-reynolds-greatest-annoying-actor.html
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE GOING ON TOUR
It is one of the most fulfilling experiences a creative person can have. That said, there’s also a lifestyle learning curve, especially for
someone embarking on their first tour.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/everything-you-need-to-know-before-going-on-tour-77576/
HOW TO TAKE YOUR ACTING TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Acting is a craft that
requires continuous exploration and refinement throughout a performer’s career. At every level of achievement, there is always the potential for a next level. No matter whom I’m working with, I think it’s important to ask the following questions.
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/how-to-take-your-acting-to-the-next-level-77569/ |
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!
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! VINES ART FESTIVAL
August 7 - 17
This year’s festival brings you stories and rituals from the past as a means for building a present and future that is
more habitable; as we dream and heal through darkness. Artists will share and challenge the lore of their lineages. (re)imagining, (re)generating, (re)creating through song, dance, poetry, storytelling and visual arts.
https://www.vinesartsociety.com/festival/2024
MONSOON FESTIVAL OF PERFORMING ARTS
August 10 - 18
Monsoon Festival returns to storm the Lower Mainland! Experience RAAHI Mehfil, an intimate Qawwali concert in a stunning outdoor venue, get moving with high-energy dance lessons, hone your craft with development workshops, panel discussions, and more.
https://www.monsoonartsfest.ca
TAIWANFEST VANCOUVER
August 31 - September 2
Explore arts, history, and culture in a variety of ways at TAIWANfest! Featuring films, artist market, live entertainment,
visual arts exhibitions, and more, there is something to do for everyone.
https://vancouvertaiwanfest.ca
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