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ARTISTIC INTERNSHIP

2013/2014 Season

The Alliance Theatre Artistic Internship is a full-time seasonal position developed to give an early career professional first-hand experience in a major regional theatre.  The season is August through May, and applicants must be available from June/July 2013 to May 2014 (specific dates are negotiable).  People with MFA, BFA, and BA degrees are encouraged to apply.  This is an unpaid position, but direct expenses are covered.

The intern works directly for the Associate Producer and assists in the daily operations of the artistic department in a large array of areas including casting, engagement and company management.  The intern will also have the opportunity to work with other administrative and production departments on various Alliance Theatre special events and programs.  Applicants must be self-motivated, demonstrate strong organizational and verbal skills, and be computer savvy.

Anyone interested should send a resume and cover letter to Kathryn David, Artistic Intern at kathryn.david@woodruffcenter.org.

Application deadline is March 31^st, 2013.

The City of Atlanta has increased the budget for Contracts for Arts Services in 2012-2013. This year, the Office of Cultural Affairs Emerging Artist Award will be conferred upon SIX talented  individuals of notable talent and ability, living within the City of Atlanta.

Individuals must be under 35 years of age or have five years or less of professional experience in their disciplines. Awards will be given in the following categories:  visual arts, media arts, literary arts, theater, dance and music.  Applications are due August 27, 2012.

Download the application here:

http://www.ocaatlanta.com/programs/contracts/2012-2013-application-guidelines

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Selena Harper

Project Supervisor,

Contracts for Arts Services

Phone: 404-546-6895

Email: seharper@atlantaga.gov

2012 Whistler Film Festival 

Announces Call For Submissions

Taking place November 28 to December 2, 2012, the 12^th annual Whistler Film Festival combines an esteemed international film competition with a concentrated industry summit organized to address the ever-changing landscape of filmmaking in the digital age. Renowned for its intimate nature, the Festival will host filmmaking luminaries for a five-day program of screenings, tributes, industry initiatives and special events.

Canadian and International filmmakers are invited to submit films of all lengths and genres by the following deadlines: May 31 for early bird film submissions (discount on application); June 29 for short films; and July 6 for feature films. > Find out more. 

Celebrate the summer solstice with Hollywood North’s business leaders and media luminaries on Thursday, June 21 from 7pm at North Shore Studios.

Enjoy Pacific Northwest cuisine from the Jack Evrensel’s award winning restaurants including Araxi, CinCin, West, Blue Water and Thierry, and a host bar featuring Sterling Vineyards, Whistler Brewery and feature cocktails from Ketel One Vodka. The evening features impressive entertainment including a live performance by velvet-voiced Whistler songstress Ali Milner, complimented by special guest appearances, a luxurious raffle, and silent and live auctions featuring priceless items and experiences.

Funds raised at this spectacular evening directly support the Society’s annual film festival and project development programs for Canadian filmmakers. > Buy tickets

Alumni Updates

More Accolades For Machete Language

Whistler’s 2011 New Voices International Feature winner received awards at the Latino Film Festival of Montreal recently inlcuding Best Actor to Andres Almeida and Best Actress to Jessy Bulbo.

Joanna Make A Friend Goes To Cannes

Whistler’s 2010 MPPIA Short Pitch Award winner Jeremy Lutter’s Joanna Make A Friend will receive it’s European premiere at Cannes as part of Telefilm’s Canada: Not Short On Talent program of 25 Canadian shorts curated by Danny Lennon.  

Leo Award Nominees Announced

BC’S celebration of artistic excellence in film and television returns to Vancouver on May 25 and 26. Whistler films that received nominations include Daydream Nation (2010) – 5 Nominations; Doppleganger Paul (2011) – 5 Nominations; Marilyn (2011) - 8 Nominations; and Joanna Makes a Friend (2011) – 8 Nominations.

The Whistler Film Festival Society (WFFS) is a charitable cultural organization dedicated to furthering the art of film by providing programs that focus on the discovery, development and promotion of new talent culminating with a must attend festival for artists, the industry and audiences in Whistler. WFFS produces one of Canada’s leading film festivals and plays a leadership role in offering project development programs and opportunities for filmmakers.

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You have attended, supported, inquired about, shown at, spoken at, judged for, volunteered for, or currently work with, the Whistler Film Festival. 

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Atlanta, Ga.’s Alliance Theatre is holding OPEN AUDITIONS for its upcoming production of CHARLOTTE’S WEB.  This is a TYA Equity Contract. 

The theatre seeks performers who have circus skills, including but not limited to the following:

• Aerialist
• Gymnast
• Juggling
• Trampoline
• Clowning and/or Magician
• Tight Rope Walker
• Walking on Large Balls
• Unicyclist
• Stilt Walker
• Weight Lifter
• Fire/Sword Eater
• Any other “showy” talent

Production Dates are as follows:

• First Rehearsal:  1/22/13
• Opening:  2/23/13
• Closing 3/13/13
• Possible Extension to:  3/17/13
• Rehearsals and performances are during the day (with the exception of Opening Night). 

Auditions will be held May 3, beginning at 1:00pm most likely at the  Woodruff Arts Center (although space could change).  If you are interested in being seen, please submit via email to Margo Moskowitz at margo.moskowitz@woodruffcenter.org. Please attach a headshot and resume if you have one, but if not, please be sure to include in your email what your specific skill is.  We will be in touch about an audition time.

AND PLEASE FORWARD TO ANYONE YOU KNOW THAT MIGHT BE INTERESTED. 

Royal Caribbean Productions is sailing shore-bound to hold talent auditions in Atlanta! Singers, dancers and gymnasts who have a passion for entertainment and travel are invited to strut their stuff on March 4, 2012 at Atlanta Ballet. Royal Caribbean Productions creates, produces and manages the largest premium entertainment operation at sea – from full Broadway musicals to Las Vegas style production shows, and even ice and aqua spectaculars. 

• WHAT: Royal Caribbean Productions – Auditions in Atlanta, GA
• WHO: Atlanta-area dancers, singers and gymnasts are invited to audition.Auditions are for various roles between the ages of 18-40.
• WHEN: March 4, 2012. Dancers: Sign-in at 9:15 a.m., Audition at 9:45 a.m. Singers: Sign-in at 1:15 p.m., Audition at 1:45 p.m.
• WHERE: Atlanta Ballet, 1695 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, (404) 873-5811

REQUIREMENTS: All participants should bring a current picture and resume.

Singers: Come prepared with sheet music in the proper key and 16-32 bars of a ballad and an up-tempo song. Must be able to sing various styles of music.

Dancers: Must be technically trained with a strong background in Jazz. Flying and tumbling skills are a plus.

For more information, please visit Royal Caribbean Productions online at www.RoyalCaribbeanProductions.com.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2012 Roger Sturtevant Musical Theatre Award for Equity Membership Candidates (EMC). You could be the lucky recipient of the Award and $1,000 if you are selected by the panel of judges, but just having your work seen by them is a great opportunity. The application deadline is March 15, 2012.

The award is named in honor of noted casting director Roger Sturtevant, who died in 2003. It is available to current EMCs who have demonstrated outstanding abilities in the musical theatre field and consists of a $1,000 check and a certificate presented to one male and one female applicant.

Selection is based on a videotaped audition, written recommendations and a completed application form. The judging panel, including actor/members of the Actors’ Equity Foundation and members of the Casting Society of America, select the winners. The panel adheres strictly to the principles of non-traditional casting and actively encourages actors of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

For a downloadable application form, visit AEA’s Document Library at this link: http://actorsequity.org/library/library.asp?cat=32

For more information about the application or award, contact Anne Fortuno at afortuno@actorsequity.org or 212-869-8530 x 409. 

They will take place April 2 & 3 next year and they’re the best way to go if you like doing theater. Applications are due in a couple of weeks (mid-Jan.). If you’re accepted you better be serious about keeping in the 2.5-minute time limit because they will stop you. Details are here.

Are you a filmmaker ready to screen your work in front of new audiences? If so, apply today to be a part of the 2012 - 2013 Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers.

Southern Circuit is the nation’s first regional tour of independent filmmakers, providing communities in a nine-state region in the South with an interactive way to experience independent film and engage with indie filmmakers. The tour utilizes an intimate context to connect audiences with filmmakers and films they might not otherwise have the opportunity to see. Films, including animation, documentaries, experimental and narrative work, can be submitted for consideration for the Circuit through an annual nationwide open call for submissions. 

Southern Circuit is open to any filmmaker living in the United States with a valid driver’s license. Filmmakers may submit a feature-length work or a group of short films whose combined time reaches feature length - at least 45 minutes with a maximum of 120 minutes.

Apply here! The application deadline is Wednesday February 15, 2012. Early Bird Registration ends Tuesday January 31, 2012.

For more information about Southern Circuit, visit the Southern Circuit website or contact Teresa Hollingsworth at thollingsworth@southarts.org.

South Arts is now accepting applications for partner venues for the 2012-2013 Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers! 

The Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers provides Southern communities with an interactive way of experiencing film. Audiences view the best of new independent film and meet the filmmakers behind the camera lens.

Launched in 1975, the Tour has visited over 50 communities across the Southern United States. Southern Circuit audiences have viewed over 200 films and have engaged filmmakers in post-screening discussions about the art of filmmaking and themes portrayed in the works. 


 If you are interested in being a 2012-2013 Southern Circuit Partner Venue APPLY TODAY!  Please review the Guidelines for Partner Venues on the South Arts website. The application deadline is 5:00 p.m. ET on January 16, 2012.

Selected 2012-2013 Southern Circuit Partner Venues will be announced January 31, 2012.

Non-profit applicant organizations must be located in one of the following states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Tennessee.  

For information about Southern Circuit and additional information on how to apply to be a Southern Circuit partner venue, visit the Southern Circuit website  or contact Teresa Hollingsworth at thollingsworth@southarts.org.