B.C. FILM AND TV INDUSTRY FOCUSES ON GENDER BALANCE
A December 2019 labour market information report from Creative BC, the non-profit agency charged with promoting the province’s film sector, revealed 34% of below-the-line workers such as lighting technicians, camera operators, prop masters, hair stylists and makeup artists on the West Coast were women, compared with 48% of the province’s total workforce. https://biv.com/article/2020/02/bc-film-and-tv-industry-focuses-gender-balance
GAMING AND TECH ECOSYSTEM SHOWS POTENTIAL AS ALBERTA DROPS TAX CREDITS, ADDS PANEL
Insiders say the Alberta technology industry is poised for all kinds of growth, including an ecosystem that attracts entrepreneurs. But many of those experts say that slashing provincial tax credits is counterproductive, while the province says stay tuned, it's studying the issue. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/tech-for-tomorrow-homestretch-1.5478559
WHEN TO SAY YES—AND NO—TO AN ACTING JOB, ACCORDING TO AN AGENT
Most actors, however, accept offers without considering why (or if) they should. I would argue you need to be savvier than that. So, let’s consider the three main reasons you should light up with acceptance when I call with an offer. If these boxes aren’t checked, maybe you should consider turning it down. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/when-to-say-yes-and-no-to-an-acting-job-according-to-an-agent-70115/
ESSENTIALS FOR THE ACTOR GO BAG
As you gain more experience, you’ll find ways to personalize your actor’s emergency kit. There are no rules, so whatever works for you goes. This is just one more way to set yourself up for success and give you a measure of control in an industry that often feels chaotic. You may not be able to predict the outcome, but you can always be prepared. https://www.castittalent.com/blog/2020/02/essentials-for-the-actor-go-bag/
UPCOMING TRAINING
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: 604-418-1192, info@tonyalcantardialect.com, www.tonyalcantar.com
LINERS TO LEADS WITH SARAH-JANE REDMOND
Prepare, Perform, Book!
It is imperative to be performing at your highest level when the door opens. 300 submissions, 15 people get the audition call, one person books! From those pesky one liners (Great to have on your resume with the networks stamp of approval leads to more auditions) to leads, this class will prepare you for roles of all sizes and for what is required to move your career to the next level.
When: Starting Tuesday March 10; 10am-2pm
Where: ActorVan Studios 2333 Ontario St
Who: 19+
Signup: https://actorvanstudios.com/product/liners-to-leads-audition-ready-2020/
ROGUES WEST ACTORS STUDIO - WORK FROM YOUR TRUTH
“… teacher was very engaging and the lessons were very pertinent ” R.M. (auditor)
New! 4 week sessions of Film & Scene Work classes starting March 16th.
Audit our current session for free to make an informed decision about your training. The Rogues Family of studios has launched many successful careers. 4 week sessions for only $295. www.rogueswest.ca for more details or email: rogueswest@gmail.com
BIZ STUDIO: PROFESSIONAL FILM+TV ACTING CLASES FOR KIDS+TEENS
Is your young actor ready for a focused, small-group professional class with lots of individual attention? Biz Studio has a seventeen-year track record of training young actors who work regularly in film and television.
Classes are like small-group personal training, and take a maximum of six students so that instructors can work individually with each actor to give them what they need. This is the place for young actors ready to take their work to the next level! http://www.bizstudio.ca/classes
RAILTOWN ACTORS STUDIO
Experience Scene Study class in our intimate Black Box Theatre.
* Thursday In-Depth Scene Study with Edward Foy - 6 weeks beginning March 5th.
* Film Acting Immersion with John Cassini - 4 Weeks beginning March 20th.
* Young Adults SPRING BREAK Scene Study Intensive - March 24 to 26.
Classes starting April, May and June 2020 are also available
All Details: www.railtownactors.com/classes
UPCOMING EVENTS
VANCOUVER JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL
February 27 – March 8
This year's film selections include a mix of award-winning dramas, comedies, and documentaries that highlight the diversity of Jewish culture and appeal to the need for global unity, human connection, and environmental sustainability. https://www.vjff.org
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN FILM FESTIVAL
March 3-8
Now in its 15th year, the VIWFF showcases an impressive line-up of short and feature-length films covering a wide range of genres from narrative, documentary, experimental and animation, by established and emerging women identifying filmmakers from around the world. https://www.womeninfilm.ca/Film_Festival.html
COLD READING SERIES
March 9
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. http://www.coldreadingseries.com
REEL GREEN GENERAL MEETING
March 9
Join the Reel Green team to discuss sustainable production and how Reel Green can contribute to a more sustainable motion picture industry. Focus of this meeting: Food Waste Prevention. https://www.creativebc.com/community/news/calendar/events/1071.php
BRAVE NEW PLAY RITES
March 17-22
The festival will feature 10 Full Productions, 8 Staged Readings, and new this year, 2 Grad Readings. All plays are written by UBC Creative Writing students, with talent from across Vancouver performing and presenting these unique, new works. https://www.bravenewplayrites.com/
