Vancouver Actor's Guide Newsletter - December 5 2016
Published: Mon, 12/05/16
INDUSTRY NEWS
CANADIAN STUNTMAN JASON BELL OPENS UP ABOUT WORKING ON TIMELESS, ARROW
Living in Vancouver, Jason Bell is a driven
and talented stunt performer who currently can be seen in NBC’s new smash series Timeless and CW favorites Arrow, The Legends of Tomorrow and Supergirl. A former active duty Army veteran, Jason has been involved in the film industry as a professional stunt performer since 2008.
ALLIANCE FOR ARTS AND CULTURE SEEKS INCREASED FUNDING AHEAD OF 2017 PROVINCIAL
ELECTION
British Columbia's leading data collector and resource for the arts is calling on the public to help get a message to the provincial government, ahead of the upcoming 2017 election.
HOW TO MAKE A TV SHOW IN THE AGE OF NETFLIX — AND KEEP WRITERS IN VANCOUVER
Vancouver’s film sector is booming, and the region is playing host to dozens of American productions that have been conceived of and written in Los Angeles. But this project is an example of the kind of ainternationally-focused production that could bring more
sustainability to Vancouver’s local industry.
HOW A STRUGGLING ACTOR BECAME ONE OF THE HOTTEST OSCAR CONTENDERS OF 2016
After spending over 20 years as a struggling actor, Taylor Sheridan finally landed a steady role playing Deputy Chief David
Hale for three seasons on "Sons of Anarchy." But when it came time to renegotiate his contract in 2010, Sheridan found himself at a crossroads.
5TH AVENUE THEATRE’S ‘LITTLE MERMAID’ IS ASIAN: ‘WHY WOULD WE NOT?’
The theater has been building a reputation for diverse casting. Artistic director Bill Berry says there’s been a little blowback, but
that it’s of no concern.
FEMALE DIRECTORS DON'T NEED 'EXPERIENCE' -- THEY JUST NEED TO GET HIRED
Female directors don't need mentoring or grooming. They just need to get hired with the expectation that
they will deliver at least as much as their male peers. Anything else is just a band-aid on a gaping head wound.
WHY YOU NEED TO CREATE A COMPLEX CHARACTER FOR AUDITIONS
It’s your job to do the work that it takes to just be—yet still be interesting. Then and only then will you earn the right
to walk onto a set and be told to “just talk!”
The thought of turning down a job seems like a crazy idea for actors and models. But, sometimes it is an important, necessary and a very
smart decision to make.
So what does constitute a “look”? I believe that a look is a change in character. It’s a sequence of photos that embodies a different side of
you; a different role that you can play. We need to communicate a full human being for the photograph.
SOUNDWRITE 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
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM TONY ALCANTAR - FREE WORKSHOP DEC 17 "Actors, it's Christmas: a time to give. Each year I'm happy to share in the areas in which I've been gifted...no strings attached. This year Michael Bean has graciously donated Beatty Street Studios for this workshop. I look forward to sharing some Christmas cheer with you!" When: Saturday, December 17 Time: 10-4pm (lunch 12:30-1:30) Location: Beatty Street Studios, 788 Beatty St.,
B2 To reserve: info@tonyalcantardialect.com Merry Christmas, Tony Alcantar
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
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
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.
