Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - October 26 2015
Published: Mon, 10/26/15
INDUSTRY NEWS
GRANT GUSTIN GETS BOOST OF CONFIDENCE WHEN HE SUITS UP AS BARRY ALLEN IN CW'S 'THE FLASH'
"I lose myself in it," Gustin said in a recent interview. "I kind of have like this disconnect between myself and The Flash. ... It's like my performer persona." He enjoys shooting on the streets of Vancouver, Canada.
WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES ADDS IZOMBIE'S ALEKS PAUNOVIC, PLUS JUDY GREER RETURNS
War for the Planet of the Apes is currently filming in Vancouver, and is set to hit theaters in July, 2017. Andy Serkis is returning to handle motion-capture for the series' leading ape Caesar, while Woody Harrelson has signed on to play the film's big
bad.
STEPHEN AMELL TALKS ARROW ROMANCE, AND HIS BIG HOLLYWOOD BREAK
Amell gave insight into his onscreen persona in a recent episode of Reelside, a docuseries about Canadians in
Hollywood that’s airing on Movie Central and The Movie Network.
TODAY'S YOUNG ACTORS ARE 'GHASTLY, BORING AND
KNOW NOTHING', STEVEN BERKOFF SAYS
When asked whether the root of the problem lay in the amount of stage experience actors are getting in training, Berkoff argued it was a shame to see young people propelled to fame on television or film too quickly.
At some point in any career, advancement becomes a challenge. In my career, the fastest way I’ve found to take a budding career to the next level is to get the heck out of Dodge.
This workshop is designed for actors who wish to explore their vocal and physical presence, widen their range in both and create a solid foundation for developing character. The training will allow actors to expand their vocal and
physical expressiveness and come into their full power and presence in both body and voice.
This is where it all began. This workshop is renowned as an awesome
experience. 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. Scenes are assigned before class. A great weekend workout.
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 focused reality.
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
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.
FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR THE ARTIST | GVPTACOFFEEHOUSE SERIES
October 28
Theatre makers have unique needs when tax
time rolls around. To help with the tax time blues, we have gathered a few professionals to assist you in deciding which financial choices are best for you! During this session, we aim to address your specific concerns, so feel free to bring your questions and come prepared.
http://www.gvpta.ca/coffeehouse-series
VANCOUVER ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL
November 5-8
VAFF 2015 asks, “What’s Your Role [in your community]?” with a lineup that invites us to examine the complications within the search for personal and cultural identity. The festival’s nine film programs include 37 feature-length and short
films of all genres.
Every year VJFF strives to bring you a most entertaining
and intriguing experience! The 2015 Film Festival will be presenting: guest filmmakers, directors, writers, producers, panel discussions, and a special screening in honour of the late Peter Oberlander.
Building on the success of the summer series, the CRS will continue straight through the rest of the year. CRS is Vancouver’s longest running live script reading event. Its purpose is to support local creativity, give writers a place to test their new works live, and give actors a chance to hone their craft while supporting local writers.
PUSH INTERNATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL 2016 PROGRAM LAUNCH PARTY
November 9
Gear up for the 2016 PuSh International
Performing Arts Festival by joining us at the Program Launch Party, where the 2016 programming and events will be announced! The Launch Party marks the start of celebrations leading up to the 12th annual PuSh Festival, which takes place January 19 to February 7, 2016 in venues across Vancouver.
