Vancouver Actor's Guide | Upcoming - Mar 19 2012
Published: Mon, 03/19/12
Hi . Today is Monday, Mar 19 2012. Here is a snippet of news and what's upcoming.
INDUSTRY NEWS
ENTIRE PERFORMING ARTS INDUSTRY IS TO BLAME FOR THE DEMISE OF THE VANCOUVER PLAYHOUSE
As with many such organizations, the Vancouver Playhouse remained a "company," a rootless entity forced to rent its city-owned performance space and justify its existence through commercial success. The term "company," though used widely in the theatre business, unwittingly and perversely infers a likeness to the private sector.
http://www.thestar.com/opinion/editorialopinion/article/1147880--entire-performing-arts-industry-is-to-blame-for-the-demise-of-the-vancouver-playhouse
GOVERNMENT DISCUSSES CHANGES TO TAX STATUS FOR FILM, TV PRODUCTION
B.C.'s film and television production industry wants the provincial government to classify it as a manufacturer to help mitigate the impact of the controversial HST's demise next year. According to an industry executive, the move would put it on a more even footing with Ontario and provide tax relief when the HST is replaced with the PST.
http://www.vancouversun.com/entertainment/movie-guide/Government+discusses+changes+status+film+production/6315799/story.html
THE CW BACK TO CANADA WITH A SLEW OF DRAMA PILOTS
Pilot season has rebounded strongly for Vancouver, thanks to The CW. Six U.S. network pilots are currently shooting in the west coast city, with five coming from CW, which usually shoots its drama pilots in Canada. Despite the high Canadian dollar, the latest CW pilots shooting in Vancouver are Arrow, based on DC Comics' long-running Green Arrow, Joey Dakota, Cult, First Cut and The Selection.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/cw-back-canada-a-slew-299086
CURTAIN FALLING ON VANCOUVER'S CULTURAL SCENE
In Vancouver, culture has always taken a back seat to nature's beauty. But when, within the space of a few days, a venerable theatre company announces it is closing, a historic indie movie house says it will shut down and a public appeal is launched to keep a beloved work of public art from being carted off, there is an uncomfortable question in the coastal air: Is Vancouver becoming a cultural backwater?
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/british-columbia/curtain-falling-on-vancouvers-cultural-scene/article2369741/
AIDAN QUINN WORKS HARD TO SOUND CANADIAN
When Canadian actors head to Hollywood, the first thing they usually have to hide is their accent. All those "oot" and "aboots" are jarring to American ears. Yet when an American comes to Canada to play a role, they rarely are asked to sound Canadian.
http://www.thespec.com/whatson/artsentertainment/article/684621--aidan-quinn-works-hard-to-sound-canadian
COUNCILLOR HEATHER DEAL STANDS BY 2011's VANCOUVER PLAYHOUSE THEATRE COMPANY BAILOUT
Vancouver councillor Heather Deal is insisting the city's $1-million handout to the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company last year was not wasted, despite the theatre's announcement last week that it was ceasing operations in the face of insurmountable debt.
http://straight.com/article-634601/vancouver/councillor-stands-playhouse-bailout
TARLINGTON TRAINING
Professional Acting Fundamentals & Very Young Performers Courses. COMING SOON!
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.
http://www.tarlingtontraining.com for more information. Call (604) 664 0315 to register.
ALAN MARRIOTT'S DROP-IN IMPROV WORKSHOP
Held most Sundays from 1:30 to 4:30pm at Presentation House, 333 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver (a short walk from the SeaBus Terminal). Alan has performed and taught improv for three decades in both Europe and North America. Each week focuses on specific skills to make you a better and more truthful actor in both dramatic and comic scenes. All ages and experience levels welcome. Only $20. For more information and to receive weekly email confirmations the workshop is on, please provide your email to marriottclan@googlemail.com
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 V/O March 24/25: Spend hours in our professional studio voicing commercials, narrations, cartoons, ADR, and Walla. Learn about our industry, where to find, work and how to set up a home studio. Includes fully produced spot for your demo. Max 5 students = Max mic time.
*NEW! Fully Coached Demos. Copy, coaching and production to make a lasting impression.
Info at: http://www.soundswrite.ca 604-985-5532
WOMEN IN FILM NETWORKING BREAKFAST
March 20
Alyssa Burtt is Creative Director and Co-Founder of ZenHouse Media, a web design and inbound marketing agency servicing the small business and Non-Profit sectors in Metro Vancouver, BC.
http://www.womeninfilm.ca/cgi/page.cgi?evtid=308&_id=57
CELLULOID SOCIAL CLUB
March 21
The Celluloid Social Club, monthly screenings featuring the best in independent provocative short and feature films & videos followed by a Q&A. No Minors. Prizes galore.
http://www.celluloidsocialclub.com/
CRAZY8s 2012 GALA SCREENING
March 30
118 video pitches, down to 40 semi-finalists, 13 finalists, and then 6 winners. Armed with cash, production package, and only eight days, each team will screen their films on March 30.
http://crazy8s.cc
As with many such organizations, the Vancouver Playhouse remained a "company," a rootless entity forced to rent its city-owned performance space and justify its existence through commercial success. The term "company," though used widely in the theatre business, unwittingly and perversely infers a likeness to the private sector.
http://www.thestar.com/opinion/editorialopinion/article/1147880--entire-performing-arts-industry-is-to-blame-for-the-demise-of-the-vancouver-playhouse
GOVERNMENT DISCUSSES CHANGES TO TAX STATUS FOR FILM, TV PRODUCTION
B.C.'s film and television production industry wants the provincial government to classify it as a manufacturer to help mitigate the impact of the controversial HST's demise next year. According to an industry executive, the move would put it on a more even footing with Ontario and provide tax relief when the HST is replaced with the PST.
http://www.vancouversun.com/entertainment/movie-guide/Government+discusses+changes+status+film+production/6315799/story.html
THE CW BACK TO CANADA WITH A SLEW OF DRAMA PILOTS
Pilot season has rebounded strongly for Vancouver, thanks to The CW. Six U.S. network pilots are currently shooting in the west coast city, with five coming from CW, which usually shoots its drama pilots in Canada. Despite the high Canadian dollar, the latest CW pilots shooting in Vancouver are Arrow, based on DC Comics' long-running Green Arrow, Joey Dakota, Cult, First Cut and The Selection.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/cw-back-canada-a-slew-299086
CURTAIN FALLING ON VANCOUVER'S CULTURAL SCENE
In Vancouver, culture has always taken a back seat to nature's beauty. But when, within the space of a few days, a venerable theatre company announces it is closing, a historic indie movie house says it will shut down and a public appeal is launched to keep a beloved work of public art from being carted off, there is an uncomfortable question in the coastal air: Is Vancouver becoming a cultural backwater?
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/british-columbia/curtain-falling-on-vancouvers-cultural-scene/article2369741/
AIDAN QUINN WORKS HARD TO SOUND CANADIAN
When Canadian actors head to Hollywood, the first thing they usually have to hide is their accent. All those "oot" and "aboots" are jarring to American ears. Yet when an American comes to Canada to play a role, they rarely are asked to sound Canadian.
http://www.thespec.com/whatson/artsentertainment/article/684621--aidan-quinn-works-hard-to-sound-canadian
COUNCILLOR HEATHER DEAL STANDS BY 2011's VANCOUVER PLAYHOUSE THEATRE COMPANY BAILOUT
Vancouver councillor Heather Deal is insisting the city's $1-million handout to the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company last year was not wasted, despite the theatre's announcement last week that it was ceasing operations in the face of insurmountable debt.
http://straight.com/article-634601/vancouver/councillor-stands-playhouse-bailout
UPCOMING TRAINING
TARLINGTON TRAINING
Professional Acting Fundamentals & Very Young Performers Courses. COMING SOON!
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.
http://www.tarlingtontraining.com for more information. Call (604) 664 0315 to register.
ALAN MARRIOTT'S DROP-IN IMPROV WORKSHOP
Held most Sundays from 1:30 to 4:30pm at Presentation House, 333 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver (a short walk from the SeaBus Terminal). Alan has performed and taught improv for three decades in both Europe and North America. Each week focuses on specific skills to make you a better and more truthful actor in both dramatic and comic scenes. All ages and experience levels welcome. Only $20. For more information and to receive weekly email confirmations the workshop is on, please provide your email to marriottclan@googlemail.com
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 V/O March 24/25: Spend hours in our professional studio voicing commercials, narrations, cartoons, ADR, and Walla. Learn about our industry, where to find, work and how to set up a home studio. Includes fully produced spot for your demo. Max 5 students = Max mic time.
*NEW! Fully Coached Demos. Copy, coaching and production to make a lasting impression.
Info at: http://www.soundswrite.ca 604-985-5532
UPCOMING EVENTS
WOMEN IN FILM NETWORKING BREAKFAST
March 20
Alyssa Burtt is Creative Director and Co-Founder of ZenHouse Media, a web design and inbound marketing agency servicing the small business and Non-Profit sectors in Metro Vancouver, BC.
http://www.womeninfilm.ca/cgi/page.cgi?evtid=308&_id=57
CELLULOID SOCIAL CLUB
March 21
The Celluloid Social Club, monthly screenings featuring the best in independent provocative short and feature films & videos followed by a Q&A. No Minors. Prizes galore.
http://www.celluloidsocialclub.com/
CRAZY8s 2012 GALA SCREENING
March 30
118 video pitches, down to 40 semi-finalists, 13 finalists, and then 6 winners. Armed with cash, production package, and only eight days, each team will screen their films on March 30.
http://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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