HOW OLIVIA CHENG IS RECASTING THE ROLE OF SUBMISSIVE CONCUBINE
In what may be the most buzzed-about scene in Netflix’s big budget historical epic Marco Polo, the imperial consort Mei Lin, played by Canadian Olivia Cheng, takes on three grubby, lustful soldiers, first appearing to submit to them, then slaughtering them with gusto.
Television pilot season has ended — with 11 potential new series shooting around the city this year — but filming will return with a vengeance this summer when many new and returning TV productions start shooting their 2015/2016 seasons.
REESE WITHERSPOON, BRUNA PAPANDREA ON MAKING MOVIES WITH GREAT ROLES FOR WOMEN
The duo, who produced Gone Girl, Wild and Hot Pursuit, were quick to emphasize that, while their focus was on stories about women, they were not making movies only for women.
GOOD TIMES, BAD TIMES: AS ALBERTA'S ECONOMY BUSTS, ITS FILM INDUSTRY BOOMS
While Alberta’s incentives may make the
province competitive for lower-budget project, they prevent the industry from reaching the multibillion-dollar heights of jurisdictions such as Ontario and British Columbia.
VOICE ACTING/SPEECH DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP Maryse Schembri renowned teacher/ performer, has been teaching voice and radio and theatre technique since 1971.Her informative and engaging teaching style will make this workshop a fun and very useful experience. You will learn proper breathing techniques, methods to help
you not strain and project your voice, effective enunciation techniques, methods for speaking in public, and practice radio copy including commercials, narratives and news reports. Anyone welcome. June 2811-5pm $199 (2 for $300) GST included 604-220-9384 http://vancouvercreativeclass.com
SUMMER CAMPS
Vancouver Young Actors School camps are starting soon! July 13-17, July 20-24, August 10-14 and August 17-21. Study on-camera audition, improv, scene study and voice overs for film and
television. Work in a professional studio with some of Vancouver's top instructors. Camps run 9am-2:30pm $499 per week or $459 when you take multiple weeks.
Actorium's full Meisner technique acting program for experienced actors begins with the absolute basics of speaking and listening.
Actors study where to place their attention, how to allow for natural spontaneous reactions, how to immerse themselves in a role and how to break through personal barriers to authenticity. Scene work is taught by implementing technique into text.
Unleash Your Voice: replacing stage fright with authentic confidence
SUMMER FILM+TV ACTING INTENSIVES FOR KIDS+TEENS
Summer Intensives are a chance for students to see the kind of progress they can make when they devote 100% of their energy to acting. As with all Biz Studio programs, summer students have about twice the one-on-one time with faculty as students at other schools (max
of 6 students per class). Each week also features workshops with two local casting directors. July and August intensives available.
INFORM YOURSELF… AUDIT ROGUES WEST ACTING CLASSES FOR FREE!
Beginner and advanced actors are invited to audit our classes for free and watch the impact of training with professional instructors fluent in all aspects of Film,
Scene Study, as well as The Hagen and Meisner Techniques. Instructors include award-winning actress Christiane Hirt, founder of Rogues West and co-founder of the renowned Company of Rogues Actors Studio; and James Wilson, professional actor certified in the Uta Hagen Technique with over 15 years of experience in casting.
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
2015 LEO AWARDS
June 6, 13, 14
The 17th annual Leo Awards celebrates BC-made film and television.
To say it was a busy theatre season is putting it mildly. There were an abundant number of dynamic
productions that displayed the dedication, creativity and excellence of artists. All of these works enhance the vibrancy of our city, enriching its residents and visitors alike.
