Vancouver Actor's Guide | Upcoming - Feb 13 2012
Published: Mon, 02/13/12
Hi . Today is Monday, Feb 13 2012. Here is a snippet of news and what's upcoming.
INDUSTRY NEWS
CHANGES TO UBCP BACKGROUND EXTRA MEMBERSHIP
At a recent ACTRA National Council meeting changes to the ACTRA By-Laws were approved that will affect UBCP Background Extra Members. These changes have been made to strengthen the unity of all UBCP Members by updating criteria for both joining as a BEM and also earning a first credit to become an Apprentice.http://www.ubcp.com/press-releases/2012/02/changes-to-ubcp-background-extra-membership/
HOW CBS CROSSING 'THE BRIDGE' HELPED CANADA CONQUER US PRIMETIME
Toronto indie producer Adam Shully is in Los Angeles this week for the winter spec season to take another stab at U.S. primetime after his 2010 Canadian cop drama The Bridge landed on CBS. "If you have good stories, why not take a shot," Shully said, underlining a new Canadian TV model that has U.S. and other foreign deals elevating a homegrown show internationally.http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/how-cbs-crossing-bridge-helped-287233
FILM AND TV INDUSTRY IN ONTARIO CONTRIBUTED $1.26-BILLION TO PROVINCIAL ECONOMY IN 2011
David Cronenberg, a 19th century police detective and flesh-eating zombies have helped Ontario's film and television industry reap a record $1.26-billion for the provincial economy last year. The figures mark a 31% increase or $300 million from the previous year and are the best results recorded since the Ontario Media Development Corporation started gathering data in 1986.http://arts.nationalpost.com/2012/02/07/film-and-television-industry-in-ontario-contributed-1-26-billion-to-provincial-economy-in-2011/
LEGENDARY ARTS JOURNALIST, LLOYD DYKK, DIES AT 67
This week, Dykk is being remembered for his depth of knowledge about the arts and music, his unwavering critical eye, and his sharp humour. His death is a loss to arts journalism in the country and to the arts in general.http://www.straight.com/article-601411/vancouver/legendary-arts-journalist-lloyd-dykk-dies-67
ACTORS' EQUITY PROTESTS NON-UNION PRODUCTION OF IN THE HEIGHTS
The association of Canadian theatre actors is asking critics not to review the Toronto presentation of In the Heights, in its ongoing effort to make non-union productions less welcome in Canada. The current American touring production of the Tony Award-winning In the Heights is non-Equity - theatre shorthand for a show with actors not represented by the Canadian Actors' Equity Association or its U.S. counterpart. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/arts/theatre/actors-equity-protests-non-union-production-of-in-the-heights/article2331480/
SEATTLE-BASED FILMS SHOT IN VANCOUVER AND ELSEWHERE
Aubrey Cohen highlights films that are based in Seattle but shot in other cities, like Vancouver. Often not even hiding the fact very well. Six of the ten films she points out were filmed in Vancouver.http://www.seattlepi.com/ae/article/That-s-not-Seattle-2963545.php
UPCOMING TRAINING
TARLINGTON TRAINING, SPRING BREAK BOOTCAMP!
March 19th to 23rdA Week long workout, designed for young actors of all skill levels who want to spend the day doing what they love - Acting. An intensive week of work to sharpen your skills! Places limited. www.tarlingtontraining.com for more information. Call (604) 664 0315 to register.
About Tarlington Training - Vancouver's most respected Youth Actor Training, we offer a variety of Programs, from very young actors to young adults, beginner to working professional. Our instructors can challenge and support you to improve your acting skills and give you honest, reliable advice on your career.
THE WILLIAM DAVIS CENTRE FOR ACTORS STUDY AT VANARTS
Intro To ActingDesigned for folks with little or no previous acting experience, this 10 week course introduces the key elements of the acting process in a friendly and supportive environment. Character, imagination, script interpretation, improvisation, voice, movement and acting exercises are all used. Monologues and scenes from modern plays and scripts are assigned.
Audits of current running courses always welcome!
Duration: 10 weeks Tuition: $500
Wednesday evenings 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm Feb 22nd - 604-682-2787 X 101
http://www.vanarts.com/courses/introduction-acting
THE WILLIAM DAVIS CENTRE FOR ACTORS STUDY AT VANARTS
Acting Foundations Certificate ProgramA full-time 3-month intensive program running 5 days per week. You will explore the foundations of acting including: voice & voice-over, movement, improv, scene study, and film & television.
Start-End Dates: March 12th to June 1st, 2012
http://www.vanarts.com/programs/acting or call 604-682-2787 X 101
CHICAGO-STYLE DROP-IN IMPROV JAM WITH SECOND CITY ALUM TONY ALCANTAR
Ongoing Saturdays, 12pm-3pm, $12Vancouver Academy of Dramatic Arts, 900 Helmcken at Hornby
Chicago is the capital of improv; do it like they do there! No silly teams, refs or whistles...just high end improvisational exercises, games and scene work to keep you learning while laughing! Bonus: after every class, you'll be treated to a live improv performance by The Windy City Women!
"Alcantar made me laugh out loud!" - Chicago Sun-Times "A standout comic!" - Edmonton Journal.
Guarantee your spot: tonyalcantar1960@gmail.com, 604-418-1192 or first come, first serve. All levels welcome.
SOUNDSWRITE WORKSHOPS
*Intro to V/O Feb 25/26: Spend hours in our professional studio learning about our industry and working on commercials, narration, cartoons, ADR, Walla, finding work, tips on setting up a home studio plus a produced spot for your demo. maximum 5 students=maximum mic time.*NEW! Cartoon Double Feature Mar 16/17; Find the character in you! Improv for cartoons w/Tony Alcantar (Second City Chicago) plus Killer Cartoon Characters w/Alan Marriott ("Planet 51", "Bob the Builder")
*NEW! Coached demo session. A properly produced demo is vital to your voiceover career! Highlight your strengths with our custom demos and experienced coaching.
Info at: www.soundswrite.ca or 604-985-5532.
UPCOMING EVENTS
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL
February 10-18VIMFF brings unique outdoor and mountaineering films from local and international filmmakers.
http://www.vimff.org
CHUTZPAH! FESTIVAL
February 11 - March 4The Chutzpah! Festival is a dynamic multi-disciplinary performing arts festival featuring both established and emerging professional artists from across Canada and around the world.
http://chutzpahfestival.com
VANCOUVER WOMEN IN FILM FESTIVAL FILMMAKER MEET & GREET
February 16Women in Film and Television Vancouver invites you to join us to celebrate the launch of another great Women in Film Festival. Meet and mingle with members, filmmakers and fans at the Charles Bar. Free admission. Cash bar. No pre-registration necessary.
http://www.womeninfilm.ca/cgi/page.cgi?evtid=346&_id=57
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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