CBC Actors Conservatory

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2018 CBC Actors Conservatory Showcase

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The CBC Actors Conservatory offers actors a transformative artistic experience that strengthens the performer’s instrument, builds their professional and creative skill set, and empowers them to navigate career and marketplace opportunities.

The program is designed to increase your confidence and onscreen portfolio while establishing strong creative and industry partnerships.

Please find additional information below, and contact programs@cfccreates.com if you have any questions.

IMPORTANT DATES

APPLICATIONS:

Applications for the 2019 CBC Actors Conservatory are now closed.

2019 PROGRAM START/END DATES:

July 15 2019 to February TBA, 2020.

PROGRAM DESIGN

The CBC Actors’ Conservatory is the only full-time comprehensive professional on-camera acting program in the country. This six-month program balances artistic expression, creative collaboration, and on-screen work with the demands of the international screen entertainment industry.

CORE COMPONENTS

Developing the actors’ instrument
Expanding onscreen work
Strengthening creative storytelling and collaborative skills across multiple disciplines.
Owning the audition process
Accelerating professional development and career strategies

OUTCOMES

Engages actors in onscreen storytelling and the filmmaking and TV process
Increases range, power and depth through working with some of the world’s leading practitioners
Strengthens business knowledge of onscreen acting and how to best position yourself and your talents in the marketplace
Expands your professional reel
Builds opportunities to showcase your onscreen talent and position you for work in the screen entertainment industry
Brokers countless creative and business opportunities by offering access to international mentors, creative advisors and leading industry professionals

ELIGIBILITY

Designed for actors who are deeply committed to the craft, open to growth, have a strong desire to collaborate and expand their range as an onscreen performer. Ideally, they will also have previous training or experience.

Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

We are committed to equity and inclusion, and welcome and encourage applications from diverse Aboriginal Peoples, cultural and regional communities, and from actors living with disabilities.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Strengthening the actors’ instrument

Actors will participate in workshops, exercises and master classes exploring a variety of approaches and techniques You will be challenged creatively within a productive forum while expanding your acting toolkit

Expanding onscreen work

The CBC Actors' Conservatory offers a variety of on-camera workshops and exercises. These opportunities are designed to make you more comfortable and aware of your onscreen presence and prepare you for more complex work.

Strengthening creative storytelling and collaborative skills

Collaborative storytelling and cross-discipline work is a fundamental part of all of our programs. We consider our actors to be storytellers and creative leaders. As such, you will participate in workshops and exercises which explore the script to screen process, providing you with analytical and practical tools to be more fully integrated into the overall creative process.

The CBC Actors' Conservatory offers you the opportunity to work with all other CFC disciplines including directors, film and TV writers, producers, editors, songwriters and composers. These collaborations will foster your appreciation of all the creative elements, expand your professional community, and encourage multi-disciplinary growth.

Owning the audition process

An integral part of an actor’s development involves exploring the audition process. Audition workshops and exercises throughout the Actors' Conservatory are designed to present you with a variety of material, scenarios and the chance to work with a diverse range of professionals who offer coaching and feedback.

Accelerating professional development and career strategies

This stream includes sessions on how to manage different aspects of the business, including professional relationships, personal presentation, meetings, etc.

Additionally, we will explore your rights as a performer, your role within the film and TV business, and ensure that you are exposed to best practices both on and off the screen. You will leave the program with a renewed perspective on building your brand and career, and empowered to navigate the marketplace more effectively.

For any additional questions concerning the CBC Actors' Conservatory, please email programs@cfccreates.com.

ACCESSIBILITY FOR ONTARIANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

The CFC is committed to providing accessible practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or have any questions regarding appropriate accommodations please access our accessibility policy here or contact Deborah Fallows, CHRO, at: dfallows@cfccreates.com.

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Please find information on the application process below, and if you have any questions, please contact programs@cfccreates.com.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

We are committed to equity and inclusion, and welcome and encourage applications from diverse Aboriginal Peoples, cultural and regional communities, and from actors living with disabilities

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications for the 2019 CBC Actors Conservatory are now closed.

Applications Open: February 5, 2019
Application Deadline: April 8, 2019 @ 5pm EST
Selections: May 2019 (dates TBD)
Program Start Date: July 15, 2019
Program End Date: February 2020 (date TBD)

Application Requirements:

1. Must be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident of Canada

2. Letter of intent: A one-page description outlining what you hope to achieve by attending the Conservatory, both within the program and after, including your thoughts about the particular skills you would like to improve and how you plan to do so during the program.

3. Link to view your Self Tape online: Demonstrating your range and talent, your self tape should be a three to four page scene from film or television in the style of an audition.

4. Acting Resume: Including education, training, and related experience.

5. Photo or Headshot

6. Letters of Reference: 2 maximum, from anyone who is familiar with your acting ability. Letters should emphasize your proven commitment to your craft. Letters should be addressed to “Actors Conservatory Selection Committee”. If your referee prefers, letters can be emailed to actors@cfccreates.com.

Please note: there is a processing fee of $25 for applying to the Actors Conservatory.

SELECTION PROCESS

A selection committee comprised of industry professionals from across Canada and key program staff are involved in the review process.

Shortlisted applicants will be notified by phone of audition and interview dates and times.

An audition and interview mark the final stage of the selection process and is intended to clarify each applicant’s expectations and assist the committee in determining which candidates will best contribute to and benefit from the program’s design.

If you are shortlisted, auditions usually take place towards the end of May, and you will be notified of acceptance soon thereafter.

TUITION

Please note that commencing in 2018, we are introducing a tuition fee of $7,000 for the CBC Actors Conservatory but will also be increasing the bursaries awarded to actors from $6,500 to $13,500 each. This financial support is made possible in part through the generosity of the CFC’s Endowed Scholarship and Bursary Funds.

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The CFC would like to acknowledge the co-operation of the Toronto Performers Branch of the ACTRA Performers Guild.

2018 CBC Actors Conservatory Showcase

The CFC Actors Conservatory CLOSE-UPS are 3- to 5-minute cinematic works based on original characters created by the actors. These productions are intended for the big screen, and are designed to promote the actors and their talents in an entertaining and meaningful way.

SPECIAL THANKS TO THE 2018 PROFESSIONALS IN RESIDENCE

Lindy Davies | Actor Mentor

Kelly McEvenue | Actor Mentor

Kate Ashby | Actor Mentor

Susan Coyne | Actor Mentor

Rae Ellen Bodie | Actor Mentor

Stephanie Jones | Actor Mentor

Sheila McCarthy | Actor Mentor

Charles Officer | Actor Mentor

Jason Knight | Casting Director Mentor

Marissa Richmond | Casting Director Mentor

Tom Third | Music Mentor

David Ostry | Filmmaker Mentor

THANK YOU TO OUR 2018 GUESTS

Helen Asimakis

Mark Binks

Deirdre Bowen

Samantha Breault

Fred Brennan

Effie Brown

Diana Cafazzo

Amy Cameron

Sally Catto

Michelle Day

Taisa Dekker

Maureen Dorey

Damon D’Oliveira

Kevin Frank

Larissa Giroux

Jennifer Goldhar

Stephanie Gorin

Gail Haupert

Kathleen Hepburn

David Hinojosa

Joel Thomas Hynes

Kishwar Iqbal

Clare Johnston

Sara Kay

Chandler Levack

Michael Levine

Jenny Lewis

Molly McGlynn

Lisa Merchant

Franca Miraglia

Chris Mutton

Amy Nostbakken

Randall Okita

John Paizs

Mark Prasuhn

Paul Reynard

Alyson Richards

Sandra Richmond

Nora Sadava

Jennifer Shin

Ingrid Veninger

RBC Competitive Advantage Series

The RBC Competitive Advantage series is a new component of the CBC Actors Conservatory, made possible thanks to support from the RBC Foundation.

This component was created to help grow the actor’s international opportunities, well being and career longevity. It will offer CFC actor alumni access to continued high level training, select workshops to expand their skills set and strengthen their abilities to remain healthy, relevant and self sufficient.

2019 OFFERINGS:

1. LINDY DAVIES' TORONTO INTENSIVES

Lindy Davies & CFC are delighted to announce Lindy's 2019 Toronto Intensives/Master Classes will be presented in collaboration with the CFC’s RBC Competitive Advantage series.

2. ADVANCED MEISNER INTENSIVE

Lead by Stephanie Jones, the CFC is delighted to host an advanced 3 day Meisner preparation workshop this fall. Participation for actor alum was made possible through the CFC’s RBC Competitive Advantage Series.

3. ARTISTS & WELL-BEING CLINIC

Presented by the CFC’s RBC Competitive Advantage Series, this 2 day clinic explores stress management and mental wellness, offering best practices and strategies for living a healthy artist life. Topics include: Master the Art of Managing Stress: Finding Balance with the Four Elements, The Power of Words: Intention & Attention, Mental Health Self-Care and Living Well with Stress.