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SUMMARY:ACTRA Toronto New Members Meeting (February 19\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:ATTENTION NEW ACTRA TORONTO MEMBERS\n\n\n \nJoin your ACTRA Toronto Councillors\, staff and new sibling members for a special event designed just for you! \n\n\n \nYou’ll have the opportunity to ask questions\, engage\, and discover where you fit within your union in a relaxed\, welcoming environment.  \n\n\n \nTake this chance to learn more about ACTRA Toronto and get a front-row seat on what being an ACTRA member can offer you. All are welcome to attend. \n\n\n \nWhen: February 19\, 2026Time: 2 to 5 p.m. ETWhere: ACTRA Toronto Boardroom (625 Church Street\, 2nd floor\, Toronto) \n\n\n \nAs this in-person event has reached capacity\, registration is now closed.
URL:http://actratoronto.com/event/actra-toronto-new-members-meeting-february-19-2026/
LOCATION:ACTRA Toronto Main Office\, 625 Church Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4Y2G1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:YEAA Shorts: Exhibition Series & Screening Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the YEAA Committee of ACTRA Toronto for an evening celebrating short films created by ACTRA members. \nYEAA Shorts: Exhibition Series is a year-long initiative designed to showcase outstanding ACTRA-made short films and inspire the next generation of filmmakers within our union. Selected films will screen at Rolling Pictures’ screening room in downtown Toronto\, followed by a moderated Q&A with participating artists. \nEvent Details\n🗓️February 27\, 2026\n📍 Rolling Pictures – 150 John Street\, Toronto\n🕡 Doors Open: 6:30 PM\n🎬 Screenings Begin: 7:00 PM\n🎤 Q&A: 8:30 PM – 8:45 PM \nSeating is limited to 20 ACTRA members. Advance registration is required to secure your spot (see below). Registration closes at 11:30 p.m. on February 26\, 2026\, or when maximum capacity is reached. \nAs YEAA is a committee focused on ACTRA members who can play ages 17–30\, members within this demographic will be prioritized in registration. \nAfterparty\nThe celebration continues at The Fox on John (106 John St #3\, Toronto\, ON M5V 2E1) immediately following the screening. \nCome support fellow ACTRA members\, connect with emerging filmmakers\, and celebrate the creative work happening within our community. \nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:http://actratoronto.com/event/yeaa-shorts-exhibition-series-screening-event/
LOCATION:The Fox on John\, 150 John Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 2E1\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="YEAA":MAILTO:yeaa@actratoronto.com
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SUMMARY:Creators' Corner Panel
DESCRIPTION:Creator’s Corner: Make Your Sh*t with ACTRA Toronto on Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, will include a producer panel featuring: Karen Knox (Slo Pitch\, We Forgot to Break Up)\, Madelaine Rose (Doomsday Daughters\, Parent Teacher)\, Kris Siddiqi (Bit Playas) and Andrew Butcher (Going Again Podcast\, Rouge & Goo) with moderator Asante Tracey (The Bulldog Effect\, The Girl with the Rose Coloured Glasses). \nRegister now! Swing by the ACTRA Toronto office for the panel at 1 p.m. ET and stick around for the mixer where you can hob-knob with fellow creators\, discover common interests\, trade skills and contact info\, and (hopefully) walk away (preferably to the pub) with a project ready to go and the means to do it! \nWho should come? All members who find making their own stuff inspiring\, rewarding\, but also challenging and daunting! With Creators’ Corner\, you need NEVER be out of work. \nLight refreshments will be served and name tags will be provided. Creative atmosphere nurtured! \nWe recognize the popularity of the Creators’ Corner panel and mixer and will be working to organize an online event in April. To accommodate more member access\, we will look to expand into larger venues down the road. If you missed the opportunity to sign up\, please add yourself to the wait list below should a spot open up.
URL:http://actratoronto.com/event/creators-corner-panel-march-27/
LOCATION:ACTRA Toronto Main Office\, 625 Church Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4Y2G1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:YEAA Scripts Table Read (Ghouls)
DESCRIPTION:The first YEAA Scripts table read will take place on Friday\, June 12\, 2026\, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the ACTRA Toronto office (625 Church Street\, Suite 200\, Toronto). \nA pre-cast group of YEAA performers will read Ghouls\, a thriller feature screenplay by YEAA Scripts founder Kenton Blythe. The story follows Robert\, a talented musician who begins hearing voices. After seeking help from a therapist\, malevolent creatures begin pursuing him\, only stopping when he plays his guitar. Can Robert uncover the cause of the Ghouls before he succumbs to them? \nFollowing the reading\, participants will have the opportunity to discuss the script and provide feedback in a collaborative development environment. \nLight snacks will be provided. \nCapacity is limited. Please RSVP below to watch the table read by 4 p.m. ET on Thursday\, June 11\, 2026\, to confirm your attendance.
URL:http://actratoronto.com/event/yeaa-scripts-table-read-ghouls/
LOCATION:ACTRA Toronto Main Office\, 625 Church Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4Y2G1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event
ORGANIZER;CN="YEAA":MAILTO:yeaa@actratoronto.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T183000
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SUMMARY:YEAA Shorts: Exhibition Series & Screening Event (July 31)
DESCRIPTION:Join the YEAA Committee of ACTRA Toronto for an evening celebrating short films created by ACTRA members. \nYEAA Shorts: Exhibition Series is a year-long initiative designed to showcase outstanding ACTRA-made short films and inspire the next generation of filmmakers within our union. Selected films will screen at Rolling Pictures’ screening room in downtown Toronto\, followed by a moderated Q&A with participating artists. \nEvent Details\n🗓️July 31\, 2026\n📍 Rolling Pictures – 150 John Street\, Toronto\n🕡 Doors Open: 6:30 PM\n🎬 Screenings Begin: 7:00 PM\n🎤 Q&A: 8:30 PM – 8:45 PM \nSeating is limited to 20 ACTRA members. Advance registration is required to secure your spot (see below). Registration closes at 11:30 p.m. on July 30\, 2026\, or when maximum capacity is reached. \nAs YEAA is a committee focused on ACTRA members who can play ages 17–30\, members within this demographic will be prioritized in registration. \nAfterparty\nThe celebration continues at Blessing in Disguise (150 John St\, Toronto\, ON M5V 3E3) immediately following the screening. \nCome support fellow ACTRA members\, connect with emerging filmmakers\, and celebrate the creative work happening within our community. \nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:http://actratoronto.com/event/yeaa-shorts-exhibition-series-screening-event-july-31/
LOCATION:Blessing in Disguise\, 150 John Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 3E3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:YEAA Scripts Table Read (Peer)
DESCRIPTION:The second YEAA Scripts table read will take place on Thursday\, August 6th\, 2026\, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the ACTRA Toronto office (625 Church Street\, Suite 200\, Toronto)! We’re looking for YEAA ACTRA members who are interested in observing the table read and providing their feedback after the reading. \nA pre-cast group of YEAA performers will read Peer\, a pilot script written by WGC member\, Josh Granovsky. Josh grew up in Toronto with the dreams of abandoning free healthcare to follow his passions. He is an Executive Story Editor on CTV/The CW’s “Sullivan’s Crossing” and co-wrote its Season 3 finale. He previously wrote material for the live touring show of Crave/Hulu’s “Letterkenny” and his short film “WYD?” screened at the National Screen Institute\, TO Webfest\, Canada Shorts Film Festival\, and more. He graduated from USC’s Writing for Screen and Television MFA program\, where he won the Jack Oakie Comedy Award. He was also selected for Out in Hollywood’s 2023 Out Loud List and received the Telefilm Canada New Voices Award. \nFollowing the reading\, participants and the audience will have the opportunity to discuss the script and provide feedback in a collaborative development environment. \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nCapacity is limited. Please RSVP below to watch the table read by 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday\, August 5th\, 2026\, to confirm your attendance.
URL:http://actratoronto.com/event/yeaa-scripts-table-read-peer/
LOCATION:ACTRA Toronto Main Office\, 625 Church Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4Y2G1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event
ORGANIZER;CN="YEAA":MAILTO:yeaa@actratoronto.com
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SUMMARY:Vocal Combat Technique™ 3-Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:ACTRA Toronto and the Video Game working group are thrilled to host a three-day Vocal Combat Technique™ workshop\, taught by Julia Lenardon\, a certified VCT Voice Combat Teacher (First International Cohort\, Dec 2023). \nWHAT IS VOCAL COMBAT TECHNIQUE? VCT Vocal Combat Technique™ helps train professional performers to repeat believable violent vocal extremes in the healthiest manner possible. It is a proven training method\, by creator D’Arcy Smith. \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: This three-day workshop introduces a solid technique foundation for correct and safe impacts/effort sounds\, barks\, screaming; yelling\, groans\, choking\, battle cries for film/tv and video games. These techniques take time to learn and need diligent practice in the and beyond the workshop for easier integration in studio/mocap. \nWHO CAN APPLY: Any ACTRA Toronto member in good standing\, including Apprentice and AABP\, are welcome to apply. 10-12 ACTRA Toronto members\, age 18 and over\, will be selected to participate. This workshop is ideal for voice actors and performers with some experience or training who are ready to add vocal combat techniques to their toolkit. Application does not guarantee acceptance into the workshop. \nWORKSHOP DATES & FORMAT (11 hours) Please note\, this is a 3-day workshop. You must be able to attend all three sessions as each session builds on what you learned in the prior one. If you cannot commit to all three dates\, please do not apply. \n\nZoom Session: Wednesday\, October 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. ET (3 hours)\n1st Live session: Saturday\, October 17 from 12 to 4 p.m. ET (4 hours)\n2nd Live Session: Sunday\, October 18 from 12 to 4 p.m. ET (4 hours)\n\nLive sessions will take place in the boardroom at the ACTRA Toronto office (625 Church Street\, Suite 200\, Toronto) \nCOST & PAYMENT \n\nFee: $200 plus $26 HST = $226 total – special ACTRA Toronto member rate\nPayment: Direct payment to the workshop facilitator via etransfer (due September 23)\nReceipts: A receipt from the workshop facilitator will be emailed to participants for tax purposes\n\nApply here! Submissions close at 11:59 P.M. ET on September 3\, 2026. Selected applicants will be contacted on approximately September 9 to confirm participation. \nBEFORE THE WORKSHOP: A Vocal Combat Technique™ waiver and release of liability must be signed and submitted to instructor Julia Lenardon the day before the workshop begins\, at the latest. No exceptions. \nWHAT TO BRING \n\nNote-taking supplies (pen\, pencil\, paper\, iPad\, etc.)\nOne regular-sized straw (not grande)\nLoose\, comfortable clothing that allows ease of breath and movement\nYour own water bottle\n\nCancellation/refund policy for workshops hosted by ACTRA Toronto: \n\nWhere applicable\, a participant cancelling two weeks or more before the workshop date will receive a full refund.\nA participant cancelling less than two weeks from the workshop date\, but more than three business days before the workshop date\, will receive a refund ONLY if a suitable replacement is found for the workshop.\nA participant cancelling less than three business days before the workshop will not receive a refund.
URL:http://actratoronto.com/event/vocal-combat-technique-3-day-workshop/
LOCATION:ACTRA Toronto Main Office\, 625 Church Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4Y2G1\, Canada
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