Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - November 21 2016
Published: Mon, 11/21/16
INDUSTRY NEWS
MAYOR'S MESSAGE: DEEP COVE AREA FILM WORKERS EARNED $10 MILLION IN 2015
The motion picture industry contributes not
only dollars, but in-kind benefits to the communities where productions are filmed. Production companies have donated funds to augment the Deep Cove Merchants Association’s activities and the Concerts in the Cove series.
TV ACADEMY GETS FIRST BLACK CEO IN ITS 70-YEAR
HISTORY
A veteran producer is the newly elected chief executive of the Television Academy and the first African-American to hold the post in the organization’s 70 years. The academy said Thursday its board of governors elected Hayma “Screech” Washington as chairman and CEO. Washington, an award-winning producer, has served as co-governor of the producers’ branch of the
academy.
Long sessions that shred a performer's vocal cords and no promise of residual payments — even for working on games that sell millions of copies. Because of this, voice actors who are part of the SAG-AFTRA union in the U.S. are currently striking against 11 of
the largest gaming publishers in the industry.
'ARRIVAL' DIRECTOR DENIS VILLENEUVE IS BECOMING A CANADIAN TREASURE
Villeneuve has been compared to Christopher Nolan or even fellow Canadian director David Cronenberg. Those are some heavyweight names to throw around, but the director’s ascension to the top has been nothing short of spectacular. He is an example that Canadian artists can make but only if they stay true
to who they are.
The so-called Golden Age of Television is living up to its name for many top talents. With more than 50 outlets now producing scripted original programming (and competing for available stars and producers), the price tag for Hollywood's upper echelon has skyrocketed beyond what longtime TV insiders have ever seen.
OFF-BROADWAY AVOIDS STRIKE WITH A 5-YEAR CONTRACT AGREEMENT
The agreement between Actors' Equity Association, which represents actors and stage managers, and the League of Off-Broadway Theatres and Producers came after six months of negotiations, which resulted in a salary bump that was described as "historic and groundbreaking," but no details were
revealed.
While friends and family may sometimes intentionally, or unwittingly deflate your sense of achievement, every little milestone in this industry is seriously awesome and should be celebrated.
While it’s
true that some people are born with inherent talent, craft and technique can only be developed over an extended period of time under the guidance of several instructors with different approaches. And when you’re just starting out, your résumé is a blank piece of paper, so training with the right teacher sends a message that you’re serious about your career.
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: 778-773-1402 | info@tonyalcantardialect.com
AUDIT FOR FREE AT ROGUES WEST ACTORS STUDIO Beginner and advanced actors are invited to audit our classes for free and see the impact of training with
professional instructors. Follow-up your audit with a no obligation, one-on-one mentorship meeting with Christiane Hirt. Experience the legacy of the New York Studio tradition of acting through our Meisner, Film, Scene Study classes and more! Email us today! Discover the Rogues West difference. Our next session begins Jan 9/2017 – register now – classes are filling quickly! http://www.rogueswest.ca | rogueswest@gmail.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFmIBekc8BmXp6BPevsdhAA
KIDS+TEENS FILM+TV ACTING 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. January-March classes are registering now:
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
SPECIAL: TEEN FUNDAMENTALS AT ACTORVAN The Teen Fundamentals On Camera Film Acting Class is a foundations class for working in Film, TV, and Commercials. We offer an extremely supportive and encouraging environment. The class is geared towards teens that have no acting experience and want to find out if acting is something they want to pursue. Teens will learn how to: read & prepare a scene, improvise, master On Camera acting techniques, prepare for an audition,
and learn about the ins and outs of the Film Business in Vancouver. Fees: Xmas Special- $95.00 for 4 weeks Time: 1pm-4pm Saturdays Contact: Marc Gaudet, marc@actorvan.com | www.actorvan.com | 604 999
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UPCOMING EVENTS
19TH ANNUAL EUROPEAN UNION FILM FESTIVAL
November 18 – 30
Europe without the jetlag! The Cinematheque’s annual celebration of new cinema from the European Union is proudly presented with the Vancouver consulates and the Ottawa embassies of the member states of the European Union and the Delegation of the European Union to Canada. This year’s festival showcases entries from 23 EU members.
The Film and Media Showcase is a public forum for members of Cineworks, WIFTV and DOC BC. It provides filmmakers with an opportunity to share their work with other artists and the public,
across genres and in a variety of lengths, in a space dedicated to discovery, discussion and inspiration. Each screening will be followed by a question and answer session with creators, with informal conversation and networking afterwards.
The 2016 Whistler Film Festival features 90 innovative and original films from around the
world and opportunities to connect with the people who made them, this year’s fest will be filled with a solid lineup of premieres, honoured guests, lively celebrations, and unique industry initiatives.
