Vancouver Actor's Guide | Upcoming - Nov 28 2011
Published: Mon, 11/28/11
Hi . Today is Monday, Nov 28 2011. Here is a snippet of news and what's upcoming.
INDUSTRY NEWS
TELEFILM GETS IT RIGHT WITH 'SUCCESS INDEX' FOR CANADIAN FILMS
What a relief to see that the quaint old word "culture" has been revived at Telefilm Canada. The word all but disappeared from the federal film agency's public statements in the last decade, when the rallying cry was "gross box office," a.k.a. bums in seats.http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/arts/movies/liam-lacey/telefilm-gets-it-right-with-success-index-for-canadian-films/article2247945/
NEW BRUNSWICK'S AXED TAX CREDIT RETURNS TO LIFE
Frugal New Brunswick is back on Canada's film tax credit gravy train. The Canadian province in March 2011 stunned local film and TV producers by phasing out a 40 percent tax credit to cut the provincial debt.http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/new-brunswicks-axed-tax-credit-265376
STUDY REVEALS HOLLYWOOD STILL SEXUALIZES, UNDERREPRESENTS WOMEN
Director Kathryn Bigelow became the first woman to win a best director Oscar (beating her ex-husband, James Cameron) in 2010. Yet in spite of notable gains made by women in Hollywood over the past few decades, a study has revealed that women still remain underrepresented and sexualized in Hollywood movies.http://www.straight.com/article-545731/vancouver/study-reveals-2009-hollywood-women-still-remained-sexualized-underrepresented-movies
CANADIAN LABS GROWS NEW LAUGHS
Everyone knows Canadians are funny -- especially Canadians, who keep homegrown standup, radio and TV comedy thriving. But bigscreen laughs tend to be a different story.A few years ago, bizzers told government film funder Telefilm that Canadian comedies weren't making the leap to Hollywood and beyond, says the Canadian Film Center's film and TV programs director Kathryn Emslie.
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118046557
BRITISH FILM MUST KEEP THE LIGHTS ON
What do budgetary pressures and public sector cuts represent for UK filmmakers, industry pundits and creative minds? Film London, the strategic support agency for cinema and media in the capital, saw its funding from the London Development Agency cut earlier this year by 22% from a meagre £1.66m to a scrawny £1.3m.http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture-professionals-network/culture-professionals-blog/2011/nov/22/british-film-budgetary-pressures
VANCOUVER'S STRONG F/X ON BIZ
Vancouver's film industry has taken a hit of late, with the dollar and loonie nearly at parity, and strong competition from Ontario, where tax credits are greater than those in British Columbia. Still, thanks to the strength of a burgeoning visual effects and digital animation presence, the biz in BC has managed to stay afloat.http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118046567
UPCOMING TRAINING
IN 'THE ROOM' WITH... TORONTO CASTING | ACTOR'S FOUNDRY
Actor's Foundry brings TORONTO to Vancouver. These back to back weekends are your chance to get IN THE ROOM with two of Toronto's best known and busiest Casting Directors. You tape for them often, now's your chance to work with them in person!Sharon Forrest (BOREALIS, HIGHLAND GARDENS, ROOKIE BLUE) Dec 2-4
John Buchan (Head of casting for CBC) Dec 9-11
http://ActorsFoundry.com/InTheRoom
DIALECT COACHING | TONY ALCANTAR
Hollywood producers trust Tony Alcantar with their stars: Oscar-winner Halle Berry, Stellan Skarsgard, Zhang Ziyi. You can trust him too! Tony is Vancouver's #1 dialect coach, recommended by agents, casting directors and other industry professionals. Learn with confidence the most requested dialects and accents required for the Vancouver market. Book that role!Contact: 604-418-1192, tonyalcantar1960@gmail.com
SOUNDSWRITE WORKSHOPS
*Intro to Voiceover: December 3/4. Class almost full! You'll spend hours in the booth working on all types of voiceover. Most on-mic training of any class.*Home Studio Setup: December 7. Set up your own home studio. Bring your laptop and mic, and we'll help you download free editing software and teach you what you need to know. In three hours.
*Ask about having us produce your VO demo. We'll produce your demo so your full range is showcased in the best possible way.
Registration and info at www.soundswrite.ca or call 604-985-5532
UPCOMING EVENTS
WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL
November 30 - December 4Whistler Film Festival presents a selection of films from Canada and around the globe, including premieres from some of North America's top directors. The five-day extravaganza also features lively festival celebrations, tributes to distinguished filmmakers, a free outdoor screening and the annual Celebrity Challenge ski race.
http://whistlerfilmfestival.com
ALLIANCE FOR ARTS & CULTURE ANNUAL ARTS FETE
December 2Come join your Alliance for Arts & Culture friends and colleagues for a drink and a canape to celebrate the work of our community this year, and raise a glass to the Alliance's 25th birthday!
http://www.allianceforarts.com/blog/your-invitation-arts-fete-2011
CRAZY8s 2012 IS CALLING FOR APPLICATIONS
Aspiring filmmakers are invited to present their short film idea in a 5-minute video. 40 semi-finalists will be chosen to pitch in person to a jury of industry professionals. 12 finalists will workshop their script with a professional story editor. 6 winners will receive $800 and a production package with everything they need to make their short film in just 8 days.http://www.crazy8s.cc
Do you have an event or news item you think would be of interest to the Vancouver acting community? Would you like to include a notice about an upcoming class or workshop? For more information email Kenji Maeda at kenji@productionheads.com.
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