The Vancouver International Film Festival is
continuing its campaign to promote and support B.C. filmmaking with #mustseeBC initiative and BC Spotlight series.
A community is give-and-take. In a lot of ways, you’ll get back what you put in. So go see shows. Volunteer for things....And, if you don’t see a space for yourself, make one.
ACTOR WITH DOWN SYNDROME ANCHORS INDIE CANADIAN FILM 'THE RAINBOW KID' AT
TIFF
Dylan Harman had been waiting a long time for a role like the one he snagged in "The Rainbow Kid," a unique coming-of-age tale debuting at the Toronto International Film Festival.
FOLLOWING OUTCRY FROM THE ASIAN COMMUNITY, THE MIKADO (WITH CAUCASIAN ACTORS) CANCELED
The New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players production of The Mikado that was to feature a company of mostly Caucasian actors playing characters of Japanese descent has been canceled following a backlash from the Asian community.
DENIS VILLENEUVE REMAINS IN TUNE WITH 'THE FEMALE CONDITION' IN SICARIO
Inspiration is a strange thing. I wrote my first two features with female leads. It was a way to write about myself with distance. I realized I was touched by the female condition and the position of women in society — there are a lot of things to be explored.
SECRET AGENT MAN CLEARS UP ACTING SCHOOL CONFUSION
Based on recent conversations with actors who are just starting out, there seems to be some confusion out there about acting schools, workshop companies, and teachers. There were a few issues in particular that kept coming up, so I’d like to address those right now.
10 WAYS TO SHOW CDS YOU’RE SERIOUS ABOUT YOUR
CAREER
You must love the process. Be the fearless man or woman that you are. Boldly focus on your work and create a joyful balance that comes from living your life. That person is clear on who he/she is, knows what they bring to the table, and is always taken seriously.
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
INFORM YOURSELF… AUDIT ROGUES WEST ACTING CLASSES FOR FREE! Rogues West Actors Studio instructors are highly trained professionals in the craft of acting. Audit any class for free! Our classes this term are FILM:CREATIVE CONFLICT, ADV FILM:CHARACTER ARC & STORY STRUCTURE, ADV MEISNER:LIVING THE SCENE, MEISNER: MOMENT TO UNANTICIPATED MOMENT and HAGEN:EXERCISING THE SCENE. Continue the legacy and tradition of New York Studio classes, in all
aspects of Film, Scene Study and The Hagen and Meisner Techniques. Contact us at rogueswest@gmail.com or 604 699 1744. http://www.rogueswest.ca
ACTORIUM'S ACTOR'S CAREER PROGRAM
Learn how to navigate your career in the film industry. This course is designed for actors establishing themselves in their field. Learn practical tools and gain valuable knowledge as well as exposure and
feedback from influential agents, casting directors, and industry professionals. We provide the support and tools that will turn a vague dream into a focussed reality.
Guest speakers include casting director/actor April Telek and agent Paul Christie of the Characters talent agency.
Visit www.actorium.ca to register or call 604-445-7751 for more information.
TEENS FILM+TV ACTING CLASSES (September to November)
We’re registering now for the fall semester of the teens Confidence on Camera class (Thursdays 4:30-6:30or Saturdays 12:00-2:00) and Intermediate On-Camera Scene Study class (Saturdays 3:00-6:00pm or Sundays 11:30-2:30pm). Biz
Studio students have about twice the one-on-one time with faculty as students at other schools (max of 6 students per class). We have a legacy of training young actors who go on to work in the industry, *outstanding* instructors, and a beautiful downtown campus inside a working film & tv casting studio.
The Gateway Theatre Pacific Festival is a showcase of world-class contemporary theatre from Hong
Kong and Canada. All theatre lovers, regardless of what language they speak, will get a glimpse of what’s new and exciting from Hong Kong’s stages.
One of North America’s largest film festivals, the Vancouver International Film Festival, September 24 - October 9, 2015 will once again welcome some of the world's finest
films to one of the most beautiful cities on the planet.
Culture Days is a collaborative, Canada-wide volunteer movement to raise the awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement of all Canadians in the arts and cultural life of their communities.
A collaboration between WIFTV, Cineworks and DOC BC, the Film and Media Showcase is a monthly member screening featuring works by members of the three organizations. This initiative will provide working filmmakers an opportunity to share their creations with other practitioners, across genres and in a variety of lengths, in a
forum created for discovery, discussion and inspiration.
The 16th Annual Vancouver International Improv Festival is coming up fast and we cannot wait to show you what we have in store. Some of the world’s best improvisers will be at Performance Works Theatre, Waterfront Theatre and The Improv Centre for a week of mind-expanding and mind-blowing comedy! With over 40 shows to choose from, #VIIF2015 truly offers something for all audiences.
