$2.6B B.C. FILM INDUSTRY EXEMPT FROM PUSH TO CANCEL AMERICAN CONTRACTS
It appears as though cancelling the lucrative filming contracts wasn’t viable, according to the B.C. Ministry of Tourism.
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/bc-film-industry-american-contracts-trade-war
LOCAL COMMUNITY TV GROUP LOSES FUNDING FROM TELUS
Tri-Cities Community TV (TCCTV) is no longer receiving funding from TELUS Optik TV. The non-profit organization, which films
events and conducts interviews across the Tri-Cities, said that they have had to cut back on their programming and volunteer training due to the shortfall.
https://tricitiesdispatch.com/local-community-tv-group-loses-funding-from-telus/
MOVIE PRODUCTION SCAM PUTS B.C.
FILM CREWS IN REAL-LIFE CRIME DRAMA
A new scam is targeting film industry professionals, warns the Vancouver Island South Film and Media Commission. Scammers are impersonating major production companies and offering fake jobs to collect personal and banking information.
https://www.surreynowleader.com/home2/movie-production-scam-puts-bc-film-crews-in-real-life-crime-drama-7951617
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE 'NORTH OF NORTH' CAST Netflix's new comedy North of North is a lighthearted, feel-good series that gives viewers a sweet peek into Inuit culture in the Arctic Circle. To cast the series, creators Stacey
Aglok-MacDonald and Alethea Arnaquq-Baril recruited a cast of Indigenous actors from around the globe, including several hailing from the same northern town that inspired Ice Cove. https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/tv-shows/north-of-north-cast/ ALBERTA BUDGETING MILLIONS TO GROW THE PROVINCE’S CREATIVE SECTOR
The provincial government is putting $235 million toward the Film and Tax Credit program over the next three years. The Film and Television Tax Credit program offers tax incentives to make filming in Alberta more lucrative for large- and medium-scale productions that spend at least
$500,000.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/article/alberta-budgeting-millions-to-grow-the-provinces-creative-sector/
CANADA TRIED TO SHUT HIM DOWN. NOW CRONENBERG IS ITS GRAND OLD MAN OF CINEMA
Hounded by film censors, decried in the local press, the director stuck to his perverse vision.
https://thewalrus.ca/david-cronenberg-cinema/
HIGHER COSTS ARE HITTING FILM AND TV PRODUCERS EVEN AS STUDIOS KEEP TRIMMING BUDGETS
As the
number of projects going into production gets cut, disruptive trade policy will only drive up prices for costumes and sets for U.S. shoots.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/higher-costs-film-tv-producers-tariffs-trade-1236193766/
LOS ANGELES FILM AND TV PRODUCTION LEVELS PLUNGE
The three-month period from January to March saw losses in every category of production compared to the same period last year.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/los-angeles-film-tv-production-levels-1236190289/
‘SINNERS,’ SHOT ON IMAX FILM, IS A HISTORIC FIRST FOR FEMALE CINEMATOGRAPHERS
Cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw didn’t realize she was going to make history on “Sinners.” The Ryan Coogler film, now playing in theaters nationwide, marks the first time a female
director of photography has shot a movie on large format IMAX film.
https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/the-mix/sinners-shot-on-imax-film-is-a-historic-first-for-female-cinematographers-10542231
WHAT NOT TO DO WHEN SOMEONE
HATES YOUR PERFORMANCE...
Theatre is so personal, so vulnerable. But every time we clap back with vengeance instead of maturity, we reinforce the worst stereotypes about artists—that we’re fragile, dramatic, and unable to take criticism. So, instead of doxxing a random reviewer, here are a few healthier ways to deal.
https://www.onstageblog.com/editorials/2025/4/14/what-not-to-do-when-someone-hates-your-performance
INTIMACY VOCABULARY: A COMMUNICATION GLOW-UP
The great thing about theatrical intimacy education is that it provides a common vocabulary for actors to utilize
during choreography and other times during the production process. Here are some ideas and terms that can be baked into your professional process.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/intimacy-vocabulary-a-communication-glow-up/
CAN YOU SUE YOUR THEATRE PROGRAM FOR NOT
CASTING YOU?
Here’s a tough one: Should Bachelor of Arts theatre students be guaranteed a role in at least one production during their time in college? There’s a big difference between saying, “There are no guarantees in this business,” and saying, “You’ll pay thousands of dollars for four years and might never actually do the thing you came here to study.” We’re not talking about not getting cast in every show. We’re talking about never getting
cast in any show.
https://www.onstageblog.com/editorials/2025/4/14/can-you-sue-your-theatre-program-for-not-casting-you |
DIGITAL SOUND MAGIC - NEW CLASSES!
VOICEOVER TRAINING IN A PROFESSIONAL WORKING STUDIO
Learn from industry experts who work, cast and direct in the VO industry every day! Located in
Burnaby, Digital Sound Magic has produced STAR WARS OUTLAWS, AVATAR and ASSASSIN'S CREED along with hundreds of audiobooks, games and animation projects. Dive into VO training for all skill levels from beginner to intermediate. Small classes = more booth time, but they fill, fast!
Register now for Animation and Games at: https://www.digitalsoundmagic.com/voiceover-training TRICITIES FILM STUDIO REGISTER NOW FOR SPRING CLASSES!
ACTING FUNNY, SCENE STUDY, 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 NEW CLASS! CLASSIC COMEDY WITH SECOND CITY ALUM TONY ALCANTAR!
Put some pep in your acting step and laugh while learning the ins and outs of CLASSIC COMEDY! In these action-packed, creative and dynamic classes you’ll
brighten your life and bring a smile to others… life is too short not to laugh!
WHEN: May 10, 17, 24, 31 (Saturdays)
TIME: 10 am - 1 pm
WHERE: The Working Actors Gym, Unit 203 - 161 Keefer St, Vancouver
COST: $299
REGISTER at info@tonyalcantardialect.com or 604-418-1192 RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
Classes are open for registration!
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* 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 DOXA DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL
May 1 - 11
DOXA returns to present the 24th edition with a roster of timely and thought-provoking documentaries
bringing filmmakers and audiences together for an engaging cinema experience. The 2025 line-up showcases 39 features, 30 short and mid-length films, and Industry events, including a selection of world and North American premiers.
https://www.doxafestival.ca/
CHUTZPAH! PLUS SPRING EDITION
May 7 & 8
The Chutzpah! Festival: The Lisa Nemetz Festival of International Jewish Performing Arts is an annual festival of world-renowned dance, music, theatre, and comedy, through a lens of Jewish experiences, stories, and values in all their richness and diversity, creating unforgettable and unique experiences for audiences throughout the Lower Mainland.
https://chutzpahfestival.com WARRIOR FESTIVAL
On now until May 11
Come and be a part of the Warrior Festival where joy is an act of resistance and every artist is a warrior! Combining razor-sharp
comedy with bold and expansive theatre, the Warrior Festival invites you to be part of something bigger than entertainment.
https://thecultch.com/warrior-festival
IGNITE! FESTIVAL
May 14 - 18
Join us for five days of
dynamic, multidisciplinary celebration of youth-led programming, bold new works, and innovative performances by local emerging artists. Each day is centered on a unique theme, with performances spanning short plays, monologues, poetry, live music, dance, drag, voguing and a short film program. https://ignite-youth-festival.com
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