Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - November 28 2016
Published: Mon, 11/28/16
INDUSTRY NEWS
B.C. FILM PRODUCERS COUNTING ON LUCK OF THE IRISH FILM BOARD
Lenny Abrahamson’s Room and John
Crowley’s Brooklyn may not share much in common beyond their Best Picture nominations for the 88th Academy Awards. Despite their American settings, a closer look at the film’s credits reveals both 2015 Oscar nominees were curiously Canadian-Irish co-productions.
CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY FOR REGION’S FILM AND TV INDUSTRY
While it might be getting colder outside, the capital region’s film and TV production scene is heating up. A November upswing has been particularly noticeable downtown, in Sidney and in Esquimalt, where a recent casting call attracted hundreds of
hopefuls.
HAYDEN SZETO ON EDGE OF SEVENTEEN, AND WHY HE DOESN’T WANT TO MAKE ASIAN-AMERICAN REPRESENTATION HIS ‘THING’
It’s clear that the Canadian-born actor is already growing weary of the
conversation about Asian-American representation in Hollywood — even though he thinks it’s important. What’s interesting is that Szeto is still figuring it all out himself, but is trying his best. Just like the rest of us.
HOW STAR WARS IS HELPING TO DIVERSIFY HOLLYWOOD, ACCORDING TO ONE ACTOR
Visibility in Hollywood has become a hot button issue. It's important that communities feel represented in the media, and the Star Wars franchise seems to have taken major steps toward this goal.
4 PIECES OF ADVICE FOR SURVIVING YOUR SURVIVAL JOB
Whether you’re an actor currently on the zig portion of a zagging road to stardom, or you’re just seeking extra nourishment for your
piggybank, your survival job does not have to drag you down. We gathered advice from Backstage Experts on not only surviving your survival job but making it work to your advantage, because no part of your journey should be slogged through.
GET UNSTUCK: 3 TIPS FOR A NEXT-LEVEL ACTING CAREER
A lot of actors are stuck in the same old, same old routine—they’re angry, frustrated and intensely unhappy that their careers
aren’t advancing to the next level. So how do you get out of the muck and move on?
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:
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 5698
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: 778-773-1402 | info@tonyalcantardialect.com
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 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.
