Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - December 19 2016
Published: Mon, 12/19/16
Please note that the weekly Vancouver Actor's Guide newsletter will be taking a break for the holiday. This is the last issue for 2016, and we will return on Monday,
January 9 2017.
Have a safe and happy holiday!
INDUSTRY NEWS
RYAN GOSLING ON CANADIAN ROOTS: 'I ALWAYS FELT LIKE I HAD SOMETHING TO GO BACK TO'
Ryan Gosling doesn't often get
personal but says growing up in Canada gives him a unique perspective on life in Hollywood. The 36-year-old actor, who recently received a Golden Globe nomination for his role as a struggling jazz musician in the film La La Land, said unlike his character, his roots offered a safety net for what can be a tumultuous career.
VANCOUVER FILM-MAKER AND WRITER JEFF CASSIDY'S MOVIE DREAMS ARE ROLLING
Vancouver filmmaker Jeff Cassidy’s life is unfolding like a feel good movie. You know the kind of film where the protagonist works hard, his friends are supportive and in the end he gets the big
break.
The nominations for the 23rd annual Screen Actors Guild Awards were
unveiled Wednesday morning. Manchester by the Sea leads with a total of four noms, followed by Fences and Moonlight with three apiece.
CHINESE PARTNERSHIP PUTS
VANCOUVER ON PATH TO BIG FILM PRODUCTIONS
Over the next three years a Vancouver-based production company will develop its own original content aimed at audiences in both China and North America.
MAN OF THE HOUR: PATRICK GILMORE ON LIFE, CAREER, NETFLIX’S ‘TRAVELERS’ AND MORE!
As one of the hardest working actors in the business, Patrick Gilmore has spent the better part of 15 years in the entertainment industry. Along the way, not only has he amassed over 70 credits to date, but he has been able to jump from genre to genre and make it look easy! From comedy to drama, science fiction thrillers and romantic comedies, he has proven time and time again that he can do it all.
PRODUCTION HALTS ON SHAMELESS AS EMMY ROSSUM DEMANDS EQUAL PAY TO CO-STAR WILLIAM H. MACY
Emmy Rossum, who has starred on the Showtime dramedy Shameless for
seven years, is currently locked in a salary battle with the network in hopes of being paid on par with her co-star William H. Macy.
18 WAYS TO BE THE ACTOR EVERYONE WANTS TO WORK
WITH
If these ethics and habits are not demonstrated, not only do one’s chances of being cast dramatically decrease, but also people simply do not wish to associate with them or support them in any of their theatrical endeavors.
One of the first things you’ll realize as you become more and more of a professional working actor with television and film credits is that there is a distinct difference between being considered a comedy or drama actor and that there are times being firmly set in one genre can close the door on you for the other rather quickly.
Rather than believe in their own feelings, actors often look outside themselves, asking for suggestions and recommendations on how to play a character. And while feedback can be useful, there’s a strong likelihood that the advice these actors get will have no connection to their own feelings about the material...which means that taking the advice makes their work impersonal and therefore,
ineffective.
So 2016 wasn’t your year. But it’s almost over, which means a new one is right around the corner and is yours for the taking. To help make sure 2017 is the year of
you, we asked our Backstage Experts to share some advice on how to start the year off on the right foot. Let these tips and tricks guide you to success in the next 12 months.
JANUARY 2017 AT THE FOUNDRY Fully Inclusive Package to jumpstart start your 2017 Acting Year January's package includes a Scene Study Class, An On Camera
Workshop, An Audition Workshop and The FABULOUS Business Class for the Prepared Actor. https://www.actorsfoundry.com/members/monthly-packages
FULFILLING YOUNG ARTISTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM Deadline to apply is January 16, 2017
Fulfilling Young Artists is accepting applications for the 2017 session of our mentorship program. Our goal is to help focus young actors' careers on fulfillment rather than employment. Male and female actors (ages 18 to 25) of all backgrounds and orientations are encouraged to apply. The
six-month program is free to participants (a 25$ application fee is required). Mentees will be paired with experienced professional actors and will receive one-on-one mentorship, will attend monthly discussion forums and will create an original performance piece or film. Visit www.FulfillingYoungArtists.com for more info and to
apply.
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
ROGUES WEST ACTORS STUDIO - Evolving the Artist With your ongoing commitment, passion and dedication to the Art of Acting, we look forward to a creative and energetic 2017 by continuing our commitment to the Vancouver acting community. Discover the RW difference - FREE AUDITS for all our classes - classes that challenge your specific needs and goals - the premiere production of COLLECTED
STORIES by Rogues WestEnd Theatre in April and much, much more.
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
SOUNDSWRITE We’d like to help you kick off your voiceover career in the New Year. Right now we’re offering $50 off your commercial or animation demo until January 30th. Price includes private coaching, all copy, production, music, sfx, slating, recording and delivery. Email us at info@soundswrite.ca or call us at 604-985- 5532. Happy holidays! http://www.soundswrite.ca
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
UPCOMING EVENTS
PUSH INTERNATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
January 16 – February 5
Acclaimed artists representing 11 countries will descend on the city for the signature, three-week mid-winter event. From staggering spectacles to intimately immersive encounters, the 2017 PuSh Festival lineup showcases innovative, transformative art across a vast expanse of performance disciplines.
