QUEER ACTIVIST YOGI OMAR ADVOCATES FOR REPRESENTATION ON- AND OFF-SCREEN
Now the co-owner of the local InspirationALL Talent Agency, Omar manages a group of primarily
commercial and background actors, finding spots for them on film and television sets. It’s a sweet irony that’s not lost on the young entrepreneur—and one he doesn’t take for granted.
BC ENTERTAINMENT HALL OF FAME ADDS NINE INDUCTEES IN 2018
Joining over 275 previous recipients, recognized for their significant contribution to our province’s entertainment industry and cultural landscape, the awards are divided into two categories:
StarWalk and Pioneer.
VICTORIA COUNCIL URGED TO RESTORE FILM-COMMISSION FUNDING
Two Victoria councillors are hoping to see funding restored to the Vancouver Island South Film and Media Commission. Councillors Marianne Alto and Jeremy Loveday put forward a motion calling for another $25,000 to be awarded to the film commission.
FILMS BY AND ABOUT TRANSGENDER PEOPLE TO TAKE CENTRE STAGE
Growing up, as a gender nonconforming kid in a small town, Alli MacKay had a hard time finding the right words to describe themself. Now 23-years-old and a graduate from Emily Carr University of Art + Design, MacKay is using film to share their experience on the big-screen.
INDIGENOUS ARTISTS DISAPPOINTED OVER CANCELLATION OF CONTROVERSIAL PLAY, KANATA
"That's not what we were asking for," said Charles Bender, a Huron-Wendat actor. "What we were hoping for was a collaboration that would validate our experiences toward that. As an artist, I find it very disappointing that it would have to come to cancellation instead of better collaboration or better
dialogue."
See how many times you’re compelled to say “I’m busy” rather than really engaging with your peers. Catch yourself each time you try to unload your “busy-ness” and see what’s really there for you to share.
The simple act of reading not only helps expand your horizons, it can help you become the best version of yourself while also helping your acting career have more of
that ever-elusive x-factor.
When you find creative ways to learn, you retain the information more effectively. And having the freedom of confidence in your lines not only lets you discover the character, but it lets you unleash your creativity.
Taking place on September 1 & 2, day one, actors will work their scene with
acclaimed actor & on set coach Stellina Rusich. Day two actors will present their scenes to Bim Narine. Casting for 12 years, Bim has brought his skills to hundreds of commercials, dozens of feature films, television series, music videos, reality series, and short films.
DIALECT COACHING - TONY ALCANTAR Hollywood producers trust Tony with their stars:
Oscar winners Mel Gibson, Halle Berry, Billy Bob Thornton, Emmy winner Martin Freeman plus A-listers Sam Rockwell, Vince Vaughn, Joel Edgerton, Bob Odenkirk, Nathan Fillion, Stellan Skarsgard and MANY MORE. You can trust him too. * Tony is Vancouver's #1 dialect coach recommended by agents and casting directors. Learn with confidence the most requested accents and dialects for the Vancouver market. Book that role! Contact: 778-773-1402, info@tonyalcantardialect.com, www.tonyalcantar.com
ROGUES WEST FALL 2018 ENSEMBLE PROGRAM REGISTERING NOW The RW Ensemble Program is an innovative & comprehensive training stream created for the committed actor and flexible to fit your unique needs, schedule and budget. No academic theory or filler – it’s
all about authentic performance through Doing the Work. Flexible, no interest payment plan and pricing include all course materials, handouts and textbooks - no extra charges or hidden fees. September sessional classes - HERO’s JOURNEY, SCENE WORK, MEISNER IMMERSION, AUDITION and DIALECT as well as VOICE/TEXT, FILM, and MEISNER REPETITION also registering now. Check it out atwww.rogueswest.caEmail us todayrogueswest@gmail.com https://youtu.be/ATHgqhykrrk
KIDS+TEENS FILM+TV ACTING AT BIZ STUDIO 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. **Kids (ages 8-11) www.bizstudio.ca/kidsactingclasses **Teens (ages 12-17) www.bizstudio.ca/teensactingclasses
UPCOMING EVENTS
CINEFEST LIVE: PIONEERS IN CINEMA FILM SERIES
July
30
Throughout the summer, Leg-In-Boot Square will host a series of classic black-and-white films of the industrial era alongside this installation in collaboration with the Biennale’s film program, CineFest LIVE.
PSF is an annual celebration of Japanese Canadian arts and culture. In addition to PSF, we engage in
co-presentations with arts organizations and produce an annual season of cultural and artistic programming.
Presented by dog on the beach productions. From Shakespeare’s original text we create our world … an interpretation that embraces fetish, alternative
sexuality and unorthodox lifestyles. Reflected in current events, Shakespeare’s themes of justice, false virtue, mendacity, hypocrisy and speaking truth to power still ring true.
Vines Art Festival is an accessible community-oriented free public event that creates platforms for local artists and performers to create with and on the land, steering
their creative impulses toward work that focuses on the environment – whether a deep love of nature, sustainability, or climate justice.
More than 70 films from 15 countries are featured at this 30th anniversary Festival, along with 11 visiting filmmakers, 27
local directors and numerous local performing artists, in addition to parties and talkback sessions.
Stories illustrate our universally
shared experiences. The Cold Reading Series (CRS) is committed to supporting and developing the talents of Vancouver’s story tellers – writers, actors, and musicians alike – by providing a forum where they can present their craft to a live audience and get instant feedback.
The festival features a young
company of 38 emerging theatre artists who will direct, design, stage manage, tech, produce, and perform in three hot contemporary Canadian plays: Selfie by Christine Quintana, Tiny Replicas by Dave Deveau, and Theory by Norman Yeung.
