Vancouver Actor's Guide | Upcoming - Sep 3 2012

Published: Mon, 09/03/12


 
Hi . Today is Monday, Sep 3 2012.  Here is a snippet of news and what's upcoming.
 

SPECIAL EVENT


SECRETS OF THE CASTING PROCESS - FREE SEMINAR AND PANEL DISCUSSION
Thursday, September 13 at Rio Theatre
Presented by Breakdown Services, in association with Vancouver Actor's Guide

Join us for this two-hour event as Gary Marsh (Founder of Breakdown Services & Actors Access) presents a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the casting process and sheds light on what it takes to get noticed. The evening also features Talent Agent, Emilio Salituro, Casting Director, Jackie Lind, and Gary in a panel discussion moderated by Kenji Maeda (CEO of Production Heads Network Inc. / Vancouver Actor's Guide) on current topics affecting Vancouver actors with an opportunity to respond to questions from the audience.
 
Event Details and Registration: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2710048829
*All general admission tickets are taken but add yourself to the wait list in case we open up more seats or people cancel. 
 
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! What kind of questions would you like answered? What are the burning topics you would like us to discuss? Have you read something in the news and want our perspective on the article?  Send your suggestions and we'll try to make sure we address them during the event. Email events@productionheads.com.

INDUSTRY NEWS


JEN AND SYLVIA SOSKA'S AMERICAN MARY HAS UNIVERSAL HORROR APPEAL
If Rob Zombie is ever looking to cast the roles of Siamese twins Daisy and Violet Hilton in a remake of Freaks, he couldn't do better than Vancouver's own identical-twin directing duo, Jen and Sylvia Soska.
http://straight.com/article-765941/vancouver/twisted-sisters-have-universal-appeal

NATASHA CALIS DISCOVERS NEW LIMITS PLAYING A TEEN POSSESSED BY A DEMON
Horror movies can be a scary business, even for the one doing the scaring. Vancouver teen actor Natasha Calis is front and centre in the new paranormal chiller The Possession, opening next Friday. She plays Emily, a little girl taken over by a demon after she opens an ancient wooden box.
http://www.theprovince.com/entertainment/movie-guide/Vancouver+Actor+Natasha+Calis+stars+horror+film/7136078/story.html

CANADIAN ACTOR RYAN ROBBINS TACKLES COWBOYS AND ALIENS IN FALLING SKIES AND HELL ON WHEELS
Actor Ryan Robbins doesn't spend a lot of time sitting still -- on screen or off. Robbins segued into an acting career and, while he's played quiet lovers and talkers, getting physical is a big part of his work. "I enjoy fighting. I've been training recreationally my whole life and I get a kick out of it," he says.
http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/Canadian+actor+Ryan+Robbins+tackles+cowboys+aliens+Falling+Skies+Hell+Wheels/7124097/story.html

BRENDA CHAPMAN, FIRED 'BRAVE' DIRECTOR, BOUNCES BACK AND SPEAKS OUT
Most people take some time to pity themselves after getting fired. But Brenda Chapman -- the animator who thought up the idea for Pixar's "Brave" and was the movie's director until she was let go due to "creative differences" more than a year before its release -- is not most people.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/27/brenda-chapman-fired-brave-director_n_1833943.html

VENICE OPENER SEEKS TO EXPOSE DIVISIVE STEREOTYPES
Director Mira Nair views her new film, "The Reluctant Fundamentalist," as a chance to fulfill what she sees as her life's purpose: telling the stories of people whose lives straddle two worlds, like her own.
http://metronews.ca/scene/352199/venice-opener-seeks-to-expose-divisive-stereotypes/

IS COMPARING BLOCKBUSTERS AND CANCON FAIR?
Carolle Brabant must be either foolish or fearless, because every year Telefilm Canada, the Crown corporation where she serves as executive director, invests tens of millions of dollars in the production and marketing of about 60 domestic movies, which have to compete against Hollywood blockbusters. Still, as film festival season begins, she tells Simon Houpt there's more than one way to measure success.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/rob-magazine/is-comparing-blockbusters-and-cancon-fair/article4510411/

STRATFORD LAYS OFF SIX AMID WEAKER THAN EXPECTED TICKET SALES
In the face of weaker than expected ticket sales for its 60th anniversary season, the Stratford Shakespeare Festival has laid off six members of its maintenance staff - and there may be more cuts to come.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/theatre-and-performance/stratford-lays-off-six-staff-amid-weaker-than-expected-ticket-sales/article4508401/

BC CINEMATOGRAPHER REVELS IN ROLE WITH GAME OF THRONES
Game of Thrones is filmed under a veil of constant secrecy, so as not to spoil any surprises and to keep the fanboys at bay. McLachlan was floored by the sheer size and scale of its production values, from the massive, eye-filling standing sets to the exquisite detail and elegance of the costumes, props and set design.
http://www.vancouversun.com/crowning+achievement/7178870/story.html

UPCOMING TRAINING


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

TWO WEEK INTENSIVE (TWI) | VADA
The Two Week Intensive (TWI) is great for beginners and those with a theatre background looking to start in film it's an intro to the professional level of on-camera acting. So, even those with previous training in high school drama, university theatre, or intro film classes/workshops, this course is for you! This is where you learn VADA's techniques and basics, covering all areas of film acting. Missing out on this foundation can stunt your growth in our more advanced classes or leave holes in your training.
Next Start Date: September 24th-October 5th 2012
Program Details: Monday-Friday, 10:00am-3:00pm (40 Hours)
info@vadastudios.com 604.633.1525 www.vadastudios.com

SOUNDSWRITE
INTRO TO VOICEOVER WEEKEND INTENSIVE
September 22 & 23 One of our Soundswrite Intro students just got cast to voice for Global TV this week! Practice voicing for commercials, narration, animation, audiobooks and WALLA for films. Learn how to set up your home studio, plus get a fully produced spot to start your demo. Five students per class = maximum booth time. Only two spots left.
HOME STUDIO SETUP:
Sept. 26th
Bring your computer and microphone and we'll teach you to record and edit so you can book those online jobs!
Register at: www.soundswrite.ca or call 604-985-5532. Our students work

UPCOMING EVENTS


COLD READING SERIES
Thursdays, June 7 - Sept 6
Every 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

VANCOUVER LATIN AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL
Aug 31 - Sep 9
VLAFF celebrates Latin American cinema over ten-days.
http://www.vlaff.org

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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