Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - March 28, 2016
Published: Mon, 03/28/16
INDUSTRY NEWS
B.C. TO PROBE ACCIDENT THAT INJURED MAZE RUNNER STAR DYLAN O’BRIEN
It’s a rare high-profile incident involving a key player in one of the films and TV series that have sustained an ongoing boom in production in British Columbia. The WorkSafeBC review is done to ensure the
producers were providing a safe workplace, though it’s too early to say what kind of enforcement might be necessary.
PULL FESTIVAL PROPELS NEW PLAYWRIGHTS INTO THE LIMELIGHT
Playfully dubbed “the YouTube of theatre”, the Pull Festival gives select 10-minute plays – created entirely by playwrights, actors and artists from Vancouver’s independent theatre community – a place to launch, and audiences the chance to enjoy a wildly diverse evening of original content.
Coquitlam residents can expect to see some familiar sights — and sites — when watching their favourite movies and television programs. The falling Canadian dollar has led to a sharp increase in the number of film productions setting up shop in the city, a trend that does not appear to be slowing in
2016.
NAC ANNOUNCES NEW DEPARTMENT OF INDIGENOUS THEATRE
As its 50th anniversary looms in 2019, the National Arts Centre is taking a bold step
with the creation of a new Department of Indigenous Theatre, a move that dovetails with the Liberal government’s stated goal of building a new relationship with Canada’s First Nations.
As an actor, it’s important that you expect the unexpected! Here are some essential items to have with you, for both your audition days and your
on-set days.
Believe it or not, confidence is the No. 1 characteristic you must display at a live casting call. Nonverbal communication makes up
approximately 90 percent of total human communication. The words you utter aren’t nearly as important as what your body language displays at an audition.
THE PREPARED ACTOR BUSINESS WORKSHOP April 2 & 3, 2016 Vancouver and Toronto markets are hot. Pilot, Series, MOW, Feature, and animation production are all at their highest levels.
Productions are looking for new faces. Work is waiting. It’s not enough to be exceptional at the craft. An actor needs to be intelligent in the business of acting. 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. Make this year your most efficient year yet!!
Biz Studio students have about twice the one-on-one time with faculty as students at other schools, with a 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.
Spring semester starts the first week of April, info and registration online or call (604) 801-7050.
ACTORIUM’S 16 WEEK SCENE STUDY SERIES One role, one scene and 16 weeks of in-depth, thorough training. Actorium is a Meisner based school. Student must have completed Actorium's four week
Intro, or equivalent to enroll. 2910 Commercial Drive, Vancouver. More info: 604-445-7751 | info@actorium.ca | actorium.ca
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
INTENSIVE WEEKEND WITH MATTHEW HARRISON April 23 & 24, 2016 An INTENSIVE renowned for it's intense and exhilarating
experience. Hundreds of actors have proclaimed that their artistic and life perspective have been changed by this profound and exhaustive workshop. A step-by-step immersion into story, emotion, self-expression, connection, and unleashing personal charisma. This workshop is designed for the actor who needs a full introduction to the Art of Life...or the professional actor looking for re-inspiration. https://www.actorsfoundry.com/intensive
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WEST and find out why Rogues West's approach to training actors is different ... discover how dedicated instructors with over 25 years of training actors sets RW apart! You get new material each week in our film classes, selected for your unique strengths and needs – ongoing one-on-one mentorship – techniques presented with practical applications to the professional world – plus fair & competitive rates with payment plan options! We’d like to invite you down to see the studio
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The Film and Media Showcase is a forum for presenting works by members of Cineworks, WIFTV and DOC BC, providing filmmakers with 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.
Come celebrate and share your passion for independent film. The Canada International Film Festival has firmly established itself among the top film festivals in Canada which brings the very best of world cinema to Canada from over 90 countries around the world. The Canada International Film Festival is held each year at the beautiful Edgewater Casino in downtown Vancouver.
The Vancouver South African Film Festival is proud to present features and documentaries that explore the culture, history and politics of South Africa – films that entertain and inform. South Africa, with its diverse population, rich tradition of struggle for democracy and equity, and complex political and economic reality, has produced numerous outstanding films.
Reel 2 Real is dedicated to showing the best in culturally diverse, authentic programming for youth. The 2016 Festival includes a selection of features and shorts programs, and a Sunday Fun Day with a pancake breakfast.
