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... CASTING CALL :: auditions thursday march 20
Province-wide - The latest casting call takes place Thursday, March 20; location unspecified. The actual shoot, a TV commercial encouraging people to vote, is on March 26, and takes place in the southeastern part of the province.
Actors must be originally from
... RVFF CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS ::
... PLANET LUXURY :: tidby and hemmings debut latest network tv series
Toronto, Feb 19 – What’s it like to live in the lap of the most decadent luxuries? And, how much does it cost? Tune in to Travel + Escape's new 10-part series Planet Luxury, premiering Monday, February 19 at 8:30 PM, Atlantic Standard Time, for the first half-hour episode.
... CASTING CALL :: short film needs male lead
Of greatest interest at this time is the male lead. Director McQueen describes the character as pivotal, and needs to be a strong; one who is not necessarily good looking in a conventional way, but, someone who is attractive in their own way. He appears to be in his mid-20's to mid 30's.
Oct 31, Saint John – STUCK, a macabre film starring distinguished Irish screen actor Stephen Rea (V FOR VENDETTA / BREAKFAST ON PLUTO / THE CRYING GAME) and American actress Mena Suvari (RUMOR HAS IT / AMERICAN BEAUTY) is now filming, it was announced at a City Hall press conference today.
... LIVE TV TAPING :: free tickets!
FUN-ZAI!!
Saint John, July 27 - Saint John’s improv comedy team, THE IMPROVISATION CORPORATION, is offering you the chance to be a part of a live studio audience for the newest, coolest comedy program in New Brunswick – FUN-ZAI!
... CASTING CALL :: they dream of lies
Saint John July 27 2006 - Calling all actors in Greater Saint John - casting is taking place for THEY DREAM OF LIES, one of NB Film's Short Film Venture Program recipient projects.
... QUALITY CONVENIENCE STORE :: new advance sales site
March 13, 2006
... LOOKING TO TOMORROW :: in the land of the sun
Saint John, Jan 25 2006 - Doing business in a foreign country requires some forethought, not just about you
... AWARDS IN ALL CATEGORIES :: saint john filmmakers
... THE CANADIAN FILM CHANNEL :: join the evolution
On October 24, 2005 - the CRTC will conduct a public hearing into whether a new, English language pay television service, dedicated to the exhibition of Canadian films, should be brought into service in this country.
AUDITIONS
award-winning director casts dramatic short
Saint John, June 07 2005 - It's an excellent opportunity for non-union actors to gain valuable experience working with a knowledgeable, experienced crew.
... A MOTHER'S DAY TO REMEMBER :: a walk-on with the trailer park boys
Saint John, May 03 2005 - Mother's Day is the kind of day that brings a mild form of panic to many families.
There are the families that procrastinate and make last minute decisions, or, the families whose creative neurons are doing a slo-mo back flip. In both cases, inspiration and ideas are needed.
Well... how about a chance to see Mom on national TV?
... WORK-TO-RULE AFFECTS FESTIVAL :: RIVEES SLOW DOWN
Grand Bay Westfield, April 14 2005 - The 3rd Annual River Valley Student Film and Photography Festival is still accepting submissions. This year the festival is open to all schools in
EXTRAS WANTED
no experience necessary
A TV mini-series about the legendary Canada / Russia '72 hockey series that elevated the sport to a whole new level.
... CASTING FOR TV MOVIE :: 100 SPEAKING ROLES REQUIRED
Saint John, Feb 10 2005 - Afternoon - It's described as a two-part mini-series which examines the politics, diplomacy, officiating and raw emotion surrounding the eight famous games of the
Auditions for the latest big budget made-for-television production to hit
... MOVIE AUDITIONS FOR HOCKEY PLAYERS :: pack your gear, boys!
Auditions for this network television mini series are being held at
CBC BUYS LOCAL SHORT FILM
Will Air on Zed TV
Vancouver, Feb 2005 - Still photographer and experimental filmmaker Mark Hemmings has sealed a deal with CBC Television for the non-exclusive rights to Geist.
THREE YEARS OF PLANNING
Canadian Antiques Roadshow Debuts
"I MADE A VOW" WOWS AUDIENCE at Atlantic Film Festival
Halifax, Sep 23 2004 - After premiering on national television, "I Made A Vow" hit the silver screen for a more personal viewing as part of the Atlantic Film Festival. Congratulations to former Saint Johner, filmmaker Juanita Peters...
Calm, Careful and Very Canadian
a snapshot of the first-ever canadian antiques roadshow
The Director of Photography moves with purpose, eyes fixed on a target well ahead of his current position. With a camera the size of an overnight bag pressing down on his shoulder, he manages to move fluidly and precisely between people, centuries old antiques and numerous circular tables, as he seeks the best shot for each appraisal; a curious mix of questions, answers and heart palpitations.
VETERAN BROADCASTER NAMED HOST
of canadian antiques roadshow
Spring 2004 - Valerie Pringle, one of Canada's best known broadcasters, has been announced as host of the Canadian Antiques Roadshow. She will be in Saint John...
... MARGARET & DIERDRE - IN PRODUCTION ::
Spring 2004 - Their animated whispers and comments bounce out into the hallway from within the cavernous depths of a former church. The film crew, on full mental alert, keeps their eyes on first-time feature director and award-winning screenwriter, Gretchen Kelbaugh.
... INSIDE A CASTING CALL ::
May 01 2004 - It was going to be a good and busy day; that much was clear.
One small group of men and women arrived well ahead of the scheduled start time. The looks exchanged between casting call staff were a mix of pleasant surprise and percolating anxiety. Was this an indication of the level of interest? Time would tell. And, it did.
