Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - October 20 2014
Published: Mon, 10/20/14
INDUSTRY NEWS
GO YOUR OWN WAY: AN ACTOR’S JOURNEY IN VANCOUVER Becoming a successful actor anywhere is a tough endeavour. That’s why Matt McLellan is different: he’s an actor who’s taken his fate into his own hands by writing, directing and starring in his
own, locally-produced movie, Tied. http://www.vancitybuzz.com/2014/10/matt-mclellan-actors-journey-in-vancouver/
HOLLYWOOD NORTH REBOUNDING IN TRI-CITIES Advantages such as a talented workforce,
world-class infrastructure, competitive tax credits and diverse, spectacular locations will continue to attract producers confident they can get what they want on time and on budget in B.C. http://www.tricitynews.com/community/279198431.html
NICOLAS CAGE JOINS PAUL SCHRADER’S PROTEST AGAINST THE FILM THEY MADE TOGETHER The trailer proudly advertises itself as a Paul Schrader film, but he claims that the producers took the film away from him
during the editing process. http://insidemovies.ew.com/2014/10/17/nicolas-cage-paul-schraders-protest/
LAST INTENSIVE / CLASS OF 2014 AT THE FOUNDRY November 24 & 25 9am to 6pm This workshop is renowned as an awesome experience. Hundreds and hundreds of actors have proclaimed that their
career, artistic, and even life perspective has shifted at this workshop. It’s where Matthew began to discover and define The Three Pillars of Acting. It’s where acting, the art form of life is reconnected to life itself. Actors receive scenes and scene partners in advance, rehearse and fully prepare scenes, and apply the work to focal exercises, preparatory exploration, and scene presentation. http://actorsfoundry.com/foundry-intensive-winter2014/
THE ACTING
SERIES - ACTING WORKSHOPS FOR THE EMERGING PROFESSIONAL September 29 - December 17 Take your film and stage acting career to a new level. Well known as Dr. Lee on the Stargate franchise, Dr. William "Bill" Dow - Actor, Director, and Mentor - presents a series of inspiring workshops taught by some of Vancouver's leading teachers
including: Peter DeLuise, John Cooper, Andrew McIlroy, Lynne Carrow, Gina Bastone, Alison Matthews and Maddalena Acconci. The Acting Series at The Art Institute of Vancouver. Contact Bill Dow at wdow@aii.edu (604) 683-9200 for more information and to register https://www.facebook.com/events/1627884767437981/
DIALECT COACHING | TONY ALCANTAR
Hollywood producers trust Tony Alcantar with their stars: Oscar-winners Halle Berry, Billy-Bob Thornton plus
A-list stars Stellan Skarsgard, Sam Rockwell, Joel Edgerton, Bob Odenkirk, Martin Freeman, Elizabeth Banks, etc. You can trust him too!
Tony is Vancouver's #1 dialect coach, recommended by agents and casting directors. Learn with confidence the most requested dialects and accents required for the Vancouver
market. Book that role! Contact: 604-418-1192, tonyalcantar@icloud.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
THE VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL WRITERS FESTIVAL October 20 - 26 The Festival is a celebration of story, told by authors, poets, spoken word performers, and graphic novelists. https://www.writersfest.bc.ca/
THE MOTION PICTURE AND NEW MEDIA CAREER EXPO October 22 The 2014 Career Expo offers a rare point of access to the people, organizations and companies that make the Motion Picture
and New Media Industry tick! At Career Expo 2014 established professionals. Speak to the many Industry representatives who will be on hand to answer your questions, and learn more about what opportunities this dynamic Industry has to offer. http://www.career-expo.ca
MOMENTUM YOUTH ARTS FESTIVAL November 10 -21 Momentum Youth Arts Movement aims to celebrate and promote youth artists by giving them a place to display and perform their art for their peers and community. Momentum Youth Arts Festival is to be the new moniker for the festival formerly known as Yam Jam. http://www.momentumyouthartsmovement.com
CINEWORKS NOVEMBER FILM AND MEDIA SHOWCASE November 19 During the evening, three artists showcase their films and engage in meaningful dialogue with the audience. Drop by & mingle with artists in our community. Be ready to get inspired. http://www.cineworks.ca/attend/event/57
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