Vancouver Actor's Guide | Upcoming - Dec 12 2011
Published: Mon, 12/12/11
Hi . Today is Monday, Dec 12 2011. Here is a snippet of news and what's upcoming.
INDUSTRY NEWS
AT WHISTLER FILM FEST, A BIT ACTOR SPARES TIME FOR THE NEWBIES
Michael Shannon is a busy guy, what with his role in the Superman flick Man of Steel currently shooting in Vancouver and a host of other commitments as befits an Oscar-nominated actor (Revolutionary Road), HBO series regular (Boardwalk Empire) and star of the Oscar-buzzy Cannes-winning recent release Take Shelter.http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/arts/movies/at-whistler-film-fest-a-big-actor-spares-time-for-the-newbies/article2260807/
CANADIAN DISTRIBUTORS SOUND ALARM ON FILM INVESTMENT BY LOCAL PAY TV OPERATORS
Critics call out broadcasters for shifting dollars from acquiring indigenous movies to foreign fare to retain audiences. Canadian film distributors have sounded the alarm over domestic broadcasters slashing their investment in homegrown movies to make way for Hollywood or other foreign titles.http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/canadian-distributors-sound-alarm-film-271976
VANCOUVER TWINS LIVING THE FAN-GIRL DREAM MAKING HORROR FLICK
A pair of Vancouver horror fan-girls turned filmmakers are living the geek dream this month as they direct the indie feature 'American Mary' with a bloody talent pool that includes some of their top geek crushes.http://www.theprovince.com/entertainment/movie-guide/Vancouver+twins+living+girl+dream+making+horror+flick/5838985/story.html
ASTRAL FEELS HEAT FROM CANADIAN FILM DISTRIBUTORS
Astral Media has built its pay-TV business on movie channels such as Mpix and The Movie Network. But the company is about to find itself under fire from some of Canada's major film distributors, who say recent moves by Astral threaten the health of the industry.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/astral-feels-heat-from-canadian-film-distributors/article2263885/UPCOMING TRAINING
SOUNDSWRITE WORKSHOPS
*Introduction to Voiceover: January 21/22. You'll spend hours in the booth working on all types of voiceover copy. Only 5 students per class; most on-mic training of any class.*Home Studio Setup: January 25. 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 to showcase your full range in the best possible way.
Registration and info at www.soundswrite.ca or call 604-985-5532
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
NEWSLETTER NOTICE
The regular distribution of the Vancouver Actor's Guide newsletter will be on a three week break. Our next full newsletter will be distributed on Monday January 9, 2012.
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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