Vancouver Actor's Guide | Upcoming - Jun 18 2012
Published: Mon, 06/18/12
Hi . Today is Monday, Jun 18 2012. Here is a snippet of news and what's upcoming.
INDUSTRY NEWS
REPORT WARNS THAT CALIFORNIA ISN'T DOING ENOUGH TO RETAIN MOVIE, TV PRODUCTIONS
While the Milken Institute praises the state's efforts to stop runaway production, it argues that passing the pending extension of the $100 million annual tax incentive program still isn't enough to remain competitive.http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/California-runaway-production-tax-incentive-337952
FALLING SKIES ACTORS STRUGGLE WITH ALIEN INVADERS - AND CHILLY VANCOUVER NIGHTS
Falling Skies' alien space invaders have returned. Chilly weather and having to pamper soft L.A. actors through the rain. Sure, Falling Skies is a post-apocalyptic, U.S.-made science fiction saga about a ragtag band of human survivors set six months after a devastating alien invasion -- but how did Vancouver get so fricking cold all of a sudden?http://www.canada.com/entertainment/Falling+Skies+actors+struggle+with+alien+invaders+chilly+Vancouver+nights/6781563/story.html
PARAMOUNT SHUTS DOWN 'NINJA TURTLES' REBOOT; RELEASE DATE PUSHED
The effects-heavy film, which was in preproduction in Vancouver, was set for release in December 2013. That date is being pushed to May 2014, according to sources.http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/paramount-shuts-down-ninja-turtles-338301
RESEARCH FIRM HIGHLIGHTS B.C.'S LOW PROVINCIAL SPENDING ON ARTS
A new report is highlighting Statistics Canada data that shows B.C. spent the least amount per capita on culture in 2009-2010 out of all the provinces. For its analysis, Hill Strategies Research looked at data released in April by Statistics Canada on how much all three levels of government spent on culture in 2009-2010.http://www.straight.com/article-709496/vancouver/research-firm-highlights-government-spending-culture-across-canada
TONY AWARD WINNERS 2012: 'ONCE,' 'PETER AND THE STARCATCHER' AND MORE BIG WINNERS OF THE NIGHT
The Tony Awards show is serious business and the exposure in front of millions is priceless. Overall, the health of Broadway is good, with shows yielding a record $1.14 billion in grosses this season, and total attendance reaching 12.3 million. The only concern is that audience numbers were flat, meaning higher ticket prices are pushing the overall box office take.http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/10/tony-awards-winners-2012_n_1585443.html
WITH 'SCRIPTMENTS,' NO ONE KNOWS WHAT'LL HAPPEN NEXT
The scriptment method is fleet. Instead of one writer alone, banging his head against the wall for months or years to perfect a screenplay, scriptments require only a killer concept, promising characters, a map of the story - and the faith that the details will be worked out in the process. Second, the scriptment method appeals to actors, so you can get a star like Emily Blunt to sign onto your little indie. An actor can go deep into character, and know her voice will be heard.http://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/film/with-scriptments-no-one-knows-whatll-happen-next/article4267765/
SISTERS, ACT: MERYL STREEP CALLS FOR MORE FILMS FOR WOMEN
In speech at LA film awards, actor points to recent success of women-oriented films as evidence of untapped market.http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/2012/jun/15/meryl-streep-films-for-women
BARNEY'S VERSION FILMMAKERS WIN BOX OFFICE PRIZE
The film Barney's Version, a longtime labour of love for Canadian filmmaker Robert Lantos, has won the Golden Box Office Award. Screenwriter Michael Konyves and director Richard J. Lewis accepted the Telefilm Canada honour in Toronto on Thursday. Each received a cheque for $20,000.http://www.cbc.ca/news/arts/story/2012/06/14/barneys-version-golden-box-office-award.html
UPCOMING TRAINING
SOUNDSWRITE INTRO TO VOICEOVER INTENSIVE Plus...
So great to have Vancouver's "Intersections" class in our studio this week. They're a video production group that wanted to learn to voice their own documentaries. (We scouted some great talent too!) Next two-day Intro Intensive: July 28/29th. Voice commercials, narration, animation, audio books, and learn to set up your own studio so you can book jobs from the net, plus get a produced spot to start your demo. Register today at: www.soundswrite.ca or call 604-985-5532. Classes of 5 always fill quickly. Soundswrite students work!
BIZ STUDIO SUMMER INTENSIVES
July & August Intensives for Kids (8-11) and Teens (12-17)Two Casting Directors. Three Instructors. Five Days. A maximum of six students in each group, and a new intensive every week through July and August. The primary instructor for each intensive is Head Coach Michael Bean, with workshops like "Emotional Access" with Laura Bertram, "Actor Action: Intro to Stunts" with Patrick Sabongui, and intimate audition workshops with casting directors like Tiffany Mak, Michelle Allen, Candice Elzinga, and Jackie Lind. All in a working casting studio at 788 Beatty St., B2 Level, in downtown Vancouver. Registration and info at www.bizstudio.ca
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
TARLINGTON TRAINING'S SUMMER INTENSIVE WORKSHOPS!
Renowned Acting Coach, Linda Darlow is coming to Tarlington! Her next two workshops are.* Audition Skills Workshop. June 25th, 27th & 28th. (7-10pm)
* Commercial Audition Workshop. July 7th & 8th (10am-6pm)
Our fantastic week long, Bootcamp Intensive Training Programs, for young actors run all Summer long.
Showcase 2013 - Tarlington's prestigious year long program starts again in September. Auditions for this course, which culminates with our 18th live industry Showcase in May 2013, are on now.
Call or email to book a time. http://www.tarlingtontraining.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
THE 30th ANNUAL JESSIE RICHARDSON THEATRE AWARDS
June 25
Vancouver's dynamic and diverse theatre community have again contributed to an outstanding year of theatre, with more than 120 individuals nominated in more than 25 categories, displaying the creativity, talent and fortitude of the artists who contribute to the cultural vibrancy of the city.
http://www.jessies.ca/Vancouver's dynamic and diverse theatre community have again contributed to an outstanding year of theatre, with more than 120 individuals nominated in more than 25 categories, displaying the creativity, talent and fortitude of the artists who contribute to the cultural vibrancy of the city.
COLD READING SERIES
Thursdays, June 7 - Sept 6Every Thursday night, all summer long, writers, actors, directors, producers, singer/songwriters and audience members crowd into The Billy Bishop Legion in Kitsilano for an exciting evening of brand new work. Every show ends with a party in the bar downstairs where you can meet up with other artists over a cold beer.
http://www.coldreadingseries.com
GATHERING LIGHT FUNDRAISER
June 21Come join us in celebration of National Aboriginal Day on Thursday June 21st as we share our full-length work of Gathering Light choreographed by Michelle Olson for ONE NIGHT ONLY with Vancouver audiences as part of our national tour this summer performing in Edmonton, the Yukon and Ottawa as part of the Canada Dance Festival!
http://www.ravenspiritdance.com/gathering-light-fundraiser/
CANADA DAY AT THE PAL STUDIO THEATRE
July 1
PAL Studio Theatre is delighted to present its 3rd annual FREE Pancake Breakfast and more for our Coal Harbour neighbours, and our friends in the Performing Arts. Events include Show'n'Shine Car Show and an Evening Dance Party.
http://www.palvancouver.org/?q=newsPAL Studio Theatre is delighted to present its 3rd annual FREE Pancake Breakfast and more for our Coal Harbour neighbours, and our friends in the Performing Arts. Events include Show'n'Shine Car Show and an Evening Dance Party.
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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