Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - January 11 2016
Published: Mon, 01/11/16
INDUSTRY NEWS
LOW CANADIAN DOLLAR HELPING FILM INDUSTRY, MANUFACTURING IN B.C.
The Canadian dollar's fall to its lowest level in 12 years is bad news for cross-border shoppers and anyone travelling to the U.S., but B.C's film industry and some manufacturers are seeing a boost with bargain-seeking
Americans.
WRITER AND ACTOR CARMEN AGUIRRE RAISES CONCERNS OVER CASTING OF LATINO CHARACTERS IN VANCOUVER PLAY
Disquiet over racial representation in Vancouver’s theatre scene has bubbled to the surface again. This time it involves The Motherfucker With the Hat. The five-person play has three Latino characters, of which only one—neither of the two romantic leads—is portrayed by a Latino actor.
HOW VANCOUVER BECAME A HUB FOR TECHNOLOGICAL TALENT
Vancouver is utilising its expertise within the digital and technology sectors to boost its green credentials, with the hopes of becoming the world’s greenest city by 2020
VICTORIA FILM INDUSTRY MAY BE AFFECTED BY FUNDING DECISION
The region’s film industry may be affected by a funding decision. Victoria councilors voted to cut funding for a number of local community groups, including the film commission.
POWER TO THE PEOPLE: CITY REINSTATES ARTS FUNDING IN WAKE OF PROTESTS
Days after The City of St. John’s announced it would cut funding to The Arts by 50%, a large demonstration amassed outside of City Hall, to protest the poor call our elected officials had made. The outcry was so loud and hard and widespread and well-reasoned that at
the first council meeting of the new year, city council reversed its decision.
FEMI OGUNS: AGENT WHOSE BLACK BRITISH ACTORS ARE CAUSING WAVES ACROSS HOLLYWOOD ON RACISM IN THE INDUSTRY
Frustrated at the lack of opportunities for black and ethnic minority (BAME) talent, Oguns shelved his own acting career to found the Identity School of Acting in 2003, handing out fliers on the streets of Hackney and Brixton to teenagers looking for a creative outlet.
8 THINGS THEY DON’T TEACH YOU IN SCHOOL ABOUT BECOMING A TRIPLE THREAT
The characterization that you are a master of not only one seemingly difficult art form, but three is coveted by all that desire a place on the great white way. But how do we ensure we are on the right path toward becoming a triple
threat?
We all know that
actors need a marketing plan. But even further, the actor must have a different marketing plan if they want to work in more than one genre/medium.
Indie filmmaking has become the wild, Wild West. People who have no experience decide they’re going to make a movie, wave a wand over their heads, and call themselves a writer, producer, or director. Make sure you know who you’re jumping in bed with before you start the project.
INTRO TO MEISNER WORKSHOP A five hour intensive workshop introducing the Meisner technique, widely regarded as one of the most effective training methods for actors. Participants move through a series of exercises focussed on the very basics of truthful acting. Students of the Meisner technique come away with a stronger understanding of themselves, gain
more confidence in self-expression, and strengthen the ability to form connections with others. Visit http://actorium.ca/intro-to-meisner-workshop/ to register or call 604-445-7751 for more
information.
THE ART OF THE AUDITION
January 16 & 17
2016
Sides are allocated in advance from a selection of current auditions. Actors prepare the scene and present their audition in front of the camera. In an open class format, Matthew will provide feedback and notes for the first audition. The actor will have time to take those notes and work on them before filming a final take. Video of the audition will be
provided.
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
NEW TO ROGUES WEST ACTORS STUDIO? Register for any of our core classes in Jan 2016 – ESSENTIAL SCENE STUDY, FOUNDATIONS OF FILM or ESSENTIAL MEISNER and save
$50! Visit our website for your $50 Gift Certificate and arrange a no obligation, one-on-one mentorship meeting to discuss the best options for your training. Experience the New York studio tradition of acting and work with experienced, qualified instructors. RW offers comprehensive training in the Meisner, Hagen and Alexander Techniques as well as all aspects of Film and Scene Study. Contact us at rogueswest@gmail.com, call 604 699 1744 or visit rogueswest.ca to see a complete class schedule!
KIDS+TEENS FILM+TV ACTING CLASSES AT BIZ STUDIO 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. Registering now for the Winter (January-March) semester. Kids classes Tuesdays 4:30-6:30 and Sundays 9:00-11:00am www.bizstudio.ca/kidsactingclasses Teens classes Thursdays 4:30-6:30, Saturdays 12:00-2:00 & 3:00-6:00, Sundays 11:30-2:30 www.bizstudio.ca/teensactingclasses
THE PREPARED ACTOR 2016
January 30 & 31, 2016 9am to 6pm
An actor needs to WORK EFFICIENTLY…an actor needs to have a plan, a purpose…and a prepared step-by-step approach to getting into the market and managing a prosperous and consistent career. Matthew Harrison will provide you
with the tools to make 2016 your most efficient year yet!!
The Italian Film Festival’s mandate is to raise awareness and promote all aspects of
Italian cinema. The festival blends contemporary and classic films from Italy’s significant cinematic repertoire to create a unique festival experience.
The year’s best Canadian films are in the spotlight in The Cinematheque’s annual presentation of the Canada’s Top Ten Film Festival. Established in 2001 by the Toronto International Film Festival, this celebration of excellence in our national cinema showcases Canadian achievements in feature-length films, short films, and student short films.
BECAUSE IT'S 2016: AN OPEN INVITATION FROM THE LATINO THEATRE COMMUNITY TO DISCUSS REPRESENTATION
January 11
A conversation with members of the Latino theatre community about fair and equal representation on our stages, moderated by Jay Dodge, Artistic Producer of Boca del Lupo.
Established in 1993, the CRS is Vancouver’s
original live script reading event. For over two decades, the CRS is the place for Vancouver’s artists to meet one another, share their work, and create more.
The 2016 Festival features over 150 performances and events over 20 days, including 18 Main Stage shows, three weeks of performances at Club PuSh in its new home at The Fox Cabaret, industry networking events at the PuSh Assembly, free movies in the PuSh Film Series, professional workshops, and many artist talks and
other ancillary events.
