JESSIE RICHARDSON THEATRE AWARDS UNVEILS NOMINEES FOR 40TH EDITION
After a short hiatus, the Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards are returning for a 40th edition—and nominations have just been announced in all
categories.
https://www.createastir.ca/articles/jessie-richardson-theatre-award-nominations-2025
FROM CLOSURES TO LAYOFFS, B.C. ARTS ORGANIZATIONS STRUGGLE TO STAY AFLOAT
"It's expanding, and I think it is that
expansion that we are seeing of both visual and performing arts that people get spread a little thinner among the different venues and so the venues have to compensate or coordinate to ensure they get bums in seats.”
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-arts-layoffs-closure-dream-cafe-1.7640198
BUILDING A CAREER IN VANCOUVER'S BUSY COMEDY SCENE IS NO JOKE
What’s difficult for comedy club owners in Vancouver is the same for everyone else; the state of the real estate market,” said Eric Lapointe, CEO of Icarus Capital, owner of the Yuk Yuk’s comedy clubs in Surrey and
Calgary.
https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/building-career-vancouver-comedy-scene-no-joke
‘CULTURE IS NOT ON THE TABLE’ IN TRADE TALKS AMID FILM TARIFF THREATS AND DOMESTIC DIGITAL POLICY UNCERTAINTY, SAYS GUILBEAULT
The Canadian Media Producers Association is urging Prime Minister Mark Carney to ‘rethink’ any potential of using the Online Streaming Act as a ‘bargaining chip’ in his negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump.
https://www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/10/15/minister-guilbeault-says-culture-is-not-on-the-table-in-trade-talks-amid-trumps-renewed-foreign-film-tariff-threats-and-domestic-digital-policy-uncertainty/477050/
NANAIMO’S THEATREONE SHUTS DOWN AMID FUNDING CRUNCH
A late fundraising bid attempted to secure enough funding to make it through the rest of TheatreOne’s season after a pair of grants amounting to over $20,000 didn’t materialize.
https://nanaimonewsnow.com/2025/10/15/nanaimos-theatreone-shuts-down-amid-funding-crunch/
BROADWAY ENTERS AN ANXIOUS TIME AS LABOR ACTION THREATENS TO ROIL THEATERS
Broadway is a tense place these days after two major labor unions authorized strike action amid ongoing contract negotiations with producers.
https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/the-mix/broadway-enters-an-anxious-time-as-labor-action-threatens-to-roil-theaters-11349365
THE CREATOR A-LIST: THE 50 HOTTEST INFLUENCERS ON THE PLANET (2025)
They’ve conquered your feed, and now
they’re coming for Hollywood. Meet the digital disrupters and intriguing influencers who are reshaping culture, comedy and celebrity — and turning viral fame into serious real-world clout.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/most-powerful-influencers-2025/
SAG-AFTRA GETS IN
THE VERTICALS GAME
This “Verticals Agreement” will cover projects that have budgets of under $300,000, in keeping with the typically small budgets and tight turnarounds of these made-for-mobile titles.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/sag-aftra-produce-verticals-contract-1236399887/
IRELAND IS IMPLEMENTING BASIC INCOME FOR ARTISTS. COULD CANADA DO SOMETHING SIMILAR?
As Ireland makes pilot program permanent, Canadian artists hope to build momentum for universal basic income.
https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/canada-ireland-basic-income-9.6938453
CSA PRESIDENT DESTINY LILLY TALKS PROTECTING YOURSELF FROM THE FAKE CASTING DIRECTOR SCAM
Over the years, many scams have remained the same; it’s just that the technology has changed. This has never been more
true than now, with a series of ongoing scam attempts by people targeting actors by pretending to be some of the biggest casting directors in Hollywood.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/csa-president-destiny-lilly-talks-protecting-yourself-from-the-fake-casting-director-scam/
TYPECASTING AS A TOOL: HOW TO LEAN INTO AND BREAK OUT OF YOUR ‘TYPE’
Leaning into your “type” early in your career can help you get booked, build credits, and develop industry relationships. And once you’ve established yourself in that space?
You can pivot and redefine what casting directors see when they think of you.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/typecasting-as-a-tool-how-to-lean-into-and-then-break-out-of-your-type/
DON’T WAIT FOR PERMISSION: MAKING THE BUCKET LIST DREAMS
A REALITY
These are the goals that keep us hustling through the bread-and-butter projects. However, waiting around for those dreams to come true can be disheartening and ultimately unproductive. But how to make your bucket list a reality? Here are some things to keep in mind.
https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/dont-wait-for-permission-making-the-bucket-list-a-reality/ |
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!
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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!
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We look forward to hearing from you! VANCOUVER WRITER’S FEST
October 20 - 26
This year’s Festival will explore the issues and themes dominating the cultural and political sphere, and open the door to wider understanding.
Programming will feature 130 local and international authors in 85+ events for youth and adults that will spark empathy, action, and transformation.
https://writersfest.bc.ca
CHILLIWACK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
October 22 - 26
Featuring independent films from across the world, there's screenings of feature films, docs, short films, Q & A's, workshops, industry talks, plus our closing award ceremony and mixers.
https://www.ciff.ca
NEW WEST INTERNATIONAL FILM FEST
October 24 -
26
New West International Film Fest showcases powerful films with local relevance, bold narratives, and global perspectives. From narrative features and experimental shorts to meaningful documentaries, our programming brings together stories that often go unseen on local screens and at larger festivals.
https://www.newwestfilmfest.com
HEART OF THE CITY FESTIVAL
October 31 - November 8
This year’s Festival invites artists, neighbours, and audiences to reflect on what it means to live with dignity – on unceded land and with each other. Featuring over 100 events at over 40 local venues, including music, stories, poetry, theatre,
ceremony, films, dance, readings, forums, workshops, discussions, gallery exhibits, art talks, history walks, and more!
https://www.heartofthecityfestival.com
VANCOUVER ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL
November 6 - 16
VAFF celebrates its
29th edition this year with a full spectrum of in-person events and online programs. “Beyond Asian”, this year’s theme, spotlights unique Asian filmmakers and story protagonists who bravely express bold visions beyond every expectation.
https://2025festival.vaff.org
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN FILM
FESTIVAL
November 12 - 19
Join us in-person for eleven unforgettable shows, 35+ films, and stories that will move you from the edge of your seat to the heart of the mountains.
https://vimff.org
CHUTZPAH! FESTIVAL
November 12 - 23
This year, Chutzpah! explores and celebrates the stories and lives of artists. Come and experience the joy of being surrounded by the work of creatives, from hilarious comedy that will have you in stitches, to concerts and music theatre that will make you want to sing along, and to real life stories that will keep you captivated. https://chutzpahfestival.com
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