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Playing it in a Predictable Way, Unpredictably

I was auditioning for a low budget feature film as the part of a lawyer. Of course he was a ball-busting, slimy, stereotypical lawyer. Briefly, the story is this – he bullies the witness into...

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Objective vs Subjective

Your job as an actor is to serve the story, secondly to serve the director and his vision, and lastly to the character. When is the time to be subjective or objective? Well, when you get a direction...

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The Importance of Being Private in Public

The ability to be on stage, whether it is a film set or the grandest of theaters, to act as though one is in the privacy of their own home, office etc. Is one of the most essential components of being...

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The Best Acting Schools in Canada

We know that not everyone can make it all the way out to sunny (sometimes) Vancouver to be part of the VADA Studios Dramatic Arts Program, so we thought we would help you out by telling you about some...

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Total Control

Total Control As an actor you need to be in total control at all times. You need to understand what are the elements of yourself that you need to change and modify so that you can clearly communicate...

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Method Acting Defined

Method Acting Defined Sometimes I get this question. Most people I meet now a days are not that familiar with the definition. So here is mine. Of course it may differ from others but here it goes....

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The Most Amazing Career!

  Acting is amazing career that gives you so many opportunities in life to meet new people, explore the world, and discover qualities about yourself. An actor’s life is full of adventure and you will...

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Sociology and Acting

Sociology and Acting I am on vacation as I am writing this. Today I was at the beach working on my tan, watching people, as I always do. In the distance I see a child playing in the water. I estimated...

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How to Overcome Stage Fright

It has been one of the biggest obstacles in acting for a long time. Stage fright sucks, because it robs you of a lot of qualities. First lets look at what it is. To me it is when an actor intraverts...

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The movie industry in Vancouver is booming once again

The movie industry in Vancouver is booming once again, thanks to Netflix IAN BAILEY VANCOUVER — The Globe and Mail Published Friday, Jun. 17, 2016 1:34PM EDT Last updated Monday, Jun. 20, 2016 5:11PM...

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Dull to Brilliant

Our lives revolve much like the perpetual gears of a clock, always knowing exactly what is coming next, one rotation of the drive gear, rotates the extremities three times to get the same result each...

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Playing it in a Predictable Way, Unpredictably

I was auditioning for a low budget feature film as the part of a lawyer. Of course he was a ball-busting, slimy, stereotypical lawyer. Briefly, the story is this – he bullies the witness into...

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Casting Directors on VADA

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An Ode to VADA

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Finding the right acting school for YOU

You have decided to become an actor.  Now you need to figure out how!  Searching online can be a daunting experience.  All the websites, schools, and  locations etc. Finding just the right acting...

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Audition Tips

How to become a Shark in the audition room. Becoming an actor means having to audition, which can be a nerve-wracking experience. Most post-secondary full time acting programs will include a component...

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Hollywood Field Trip: An Inside Look

Written by: Hilary Neumann (Sept 2016- March 2017 Dramatic Arts Program Student) One Day Before Departure If you’re anything like me, the day before going on a trip is always the most stressful....

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7 Reasons International Acting Students Should Study in: Vancouver

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Crossing Over to Film & TV

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7 Reasons International Acting Students Should Study In Vancouver

As an actor it can be frustrating when you are unable to find an inspiring local Film & TV acting school; one that meets your expectations AND is recognized by the industry. Here are some reasons...

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