B.C. ACTORS CELEBRATED AT ANNUAL AWARDS GALA The best in B.C. film, television, and new media were celebrated at the 13th annual UBCP/ACTRA Awards in Vancouver on Nov. 23. Eight awards, spanning
eight performance categories, were handed out. https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/hollywood-north-b-c-actors-celebrated-at-annual-awards-gala DIRECTORS GUILD OF CANADA B.C. RATIFIES NEW LABOR DEAL WITH U.S., LOCAL PRODUCERS The new contract involving the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers and its Canadian counterpart covers film and TV projects in British Columbia. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/directors-guild-canada-b-c-ratifies-american-local-producers-1236065002/
B.C. GOVERNMENT DELEGATION JETS TO CALIFORNIA TO PROMOTE THE PROVINCE'S FILM INDUSTRY The trip to
Los Angeles will include Spencer Chandra Herbert, minister of tourism, arts, culture and sport, Finance Minister Brenda Bailey and Nina Krieger, the Parliamentary secretary for arts and film. https://www.biv.com/news/entertainment-media-sports/bc-government-delegation-jets-to-california-to-promote-the-provinces-film-industry-9840529
BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: GATEWAY THEATRE TAKES CENTRE STAGE AS ASSOCIATION OF THE YEAR From the performers and production teams who bring productions to life, to the programs that welcome everyone into the arts, Gateway Theatre
exemplifies the power of community engagement and artistic expression. https://www.richmond-news.com/local-business/business-excellence-gateway-theatre-takes-centre-stage-as-association-of-the-year-9841022
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THEATRE CONSIDERS REBUILD OF ITS HERITAGE VENUE — AND IT MAY INCLUDE CONDOS The plans include working with private developers to turn the property into apartments or condominiums, with the theatre company retaining ownership of a rebuilt performance space. https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/stage/factory-theatre-considers-rebuild-of-its-heritage-venue-and-it-may-include-condos/article_f8c64348-a816-11ef-82bc-137bded58b5e.html
DONNA LANGLEY ELEVATED AT NBCUNIVERSAL IN C-SUITE
SHAKE-UP CONNECTED TO CABLE SPINOFF NBCUniversal is set to undergo major changes in its C-suite and in its TV business, with the company reorganizing its executive ranks in connection with its plan to spin off most of its cable networks. One big winner will be NBCUniversal Studio Group chairman and chief content officer Donna Langley. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/donna-langley-promoted-nbcuniversal-comcast-cable-networks-spinoff-1236067103/
NETFLIX, META SUED OVER ANTICOMPETITIVE STREAMING AGREEMENT THAT LED TO END OF FACEBOOK WATCH The suit argues that the deal between Reed Hastings and Mark Zuckerberg “decreased consumer choices” while “at the same time increasing consumer costs.” https://www.thewrap.com/netflix-meta-sued-over-anticompetitive-streaming-agreement/
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GREG HOFFMAN’S LEAP INTO ACTING LANDED IN A NIKE COMMERCIAL It's Hoffman’s passion that moves his career forward. He took time to share how he got started, the details of these projects and advice to new and aspiring actors. https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/success-story-how-greg-hoffmans-leap-into-acting-landed-in-a-nike-commercial/ ‘DON Q’ STAR ARMAND ASSANTE REFLECTS ON HIS ‘INCREDIBLE JOURNEY AS AN ACTOR’ How do you define the career of someone like Armand Assante? He’s been acting on screen for more than 50 years, with over 150 credits on his IMDb.
He’s also spent four decades in the indie film world, working with new filmmakers and playing just about every kind of role there is to play. https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/don-q-star-armand-assante-reflects-on-his-incredible-journey-as-an-actor/
TYPES OF STORYTELLING
“We tell ourselves stories in order to live,” wrote the iconic journalist-essayist Joan Didion, and her statement is no exaggeration. Sharing stories is an integral component of the human experience. Here’s what you need to know about the four main types of storytelling. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/4-types-of-storytelling-77968/
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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! 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 TRICITIES FILM STUDIO REGISTER NOW FOR WINTER CLASSES! ACTING FUNNY, SCENE STUDY, IMPROV, ON-CAMERA & More! ALL IN PERSON! The top film training & taping studio in
the suburbs, for all ages! Come see why casting directors and agents are sending actors to train & self-tape with us. We offer classes year round and a professional taping studio 7 days a week! * Kids: (7-9) https://www.tricitiesfilmstudio.com/kids * Tweens (10-13) https://www.tricitiesfilmstudio.com/tweens * Teens: (14-17)
https://www.tricitiesfilmstudio.com/teens * Adults: (18+) https://www.tricitiesfilmstudio.com/adults * Taping Studio https://www.tricitiesfilmstudio.com/booking DGC BC SPOTLIGHT: BC DIRECTORS CONFERENCE November 29 - 30 Championed by the Directors Guild of Canada, BC District Council, and extending over an exciting two days, the DGC BC Spotlight includes a selection of screenings, panels and masterclasses with top Industry professionals and Directors, discussing all things TV & Film, networking receptions plus the ever-popular DGC BC Greenlight with live pitches and special guest judges. https://dgcbcspotlight.eventive.org 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
EUROPEAN UNION FILM FESTIVAL On now until November 28 Sample the latest in Europe’s cinematic achievements. Proudly presented in partnership with the Canadian Film Institute, the
European Union Film Festival, member states of the European Union, and the Delegation of the European Union to Canada, this year’s festival features in-theatre offerings from all 27 EU members. https://thecinematheque.ca/series/euff2024
WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL December 4 - 8 This year's festival features more than 100 fresh, thought-provoking films selected to inspire, enlighten, and entertain, including 47 feature films and nine short film programs. https://www.whistlerfilmfestival.com
VANCOUVER
INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL On now until December 8 Gather with the VIMFF community to enjoy a curated selection of the best mountain films with eleven thought-provoking and adventure-inspiring shows. Plus, select shows will feature guest speakers, filmmaker intros, and door prizes! https://vimff.org
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL BLACK FILM FESTIVAL December 13 - 17 This fourth edition, features 35 films, engaging panels, workshops, and events, designed to connect with audiences from all communities. It celebrates the talent of creators from diverse backgrounds and provides a space for them to share their stories
while reflecting on the challenges they face. https://vancouverblackfilmfest.com
HORROR IN SECONDS FILM FESTIVAL December 13 Canada’s first BIPOC horror festival returns with 60-second films, drag, horror-lesque, and a variety
show that will captivate your soul! https://linktr.ee/horrorinseconds
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