Delta School District

MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release: January 13, 2010

DELTA SCHOOL DISTRICT LAUNCHES FILM ACTING ACADEMY

DELTA, BC – The Delta School District is pleased to announce the launch of a new Film Acting Academy, arriving at South Delta Secondary School this Fall. The Academy, which is geared towards students in grades 8-12 is in association with Tarlington Training and is open to Delta students as well as out of district students.

The Academy will focus on four areas of study; Film Acting, Acting Theory, Voice and Movement and feature workshops and field trips oriented towards finding an agent, getting a visa and various studio visits. With a reputation for sold out theatre performances such as Grease and Taming of the Shrew, the launch of the Film Acting Academy will compliment the exemplary Fine Arts department South Delta Secondary already offers.

“Vancouver is the third largest producer of film in North America,” says South Delta Secondary’s drama teacher Paige Hansen. “I think it’s important to offer a program that the kids are really interested in. It’s exciting to teach students something they are passionate about while recognizing they have every opportunity to succeed in this industry.”

Guest speakers will be brought in to talk about working in the industry and local talent such as Richard Cox, Desiree Kleemann and Tracey Neff will also lend their expertise to Academy students.

"I am very excited that district academies are branching into the Fine Arts realm, says Teresa Phillips, District Vice Principal of Academy Programs. “This Academy will provide a unique opportunity for students with a passion for acting within the film and television industry while catering to the needs of students with different learning styles."

Film Acting marks the 6th Academy program offered in the Delta School District with additional academies in the works for the 2011/12 school year.


About the Delta School District
The Delta School District is committed to high levels of academic achievement and personal growth for every student.  With an emphasis on quality education, the District’s 25 elementary schools and seven secondary schools provide inspired learning opportunities for nearly 16,000 students within open, safe and culturally diverse environments. Recognized for innovative approaches in learning and overall student success, the Delta School District also provides choice in learning. Through multiple Sport Academy programs and in partnership with leading organizations such as the Vancouver Giants and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC, rigorous school programs are integrated with specialized sport development, further enabling students to excel academically, athletically and personally. For more information, please visit www.deltasd.bc.ca/programs/academies.

 

For more information or to arrange an interview, please contact:

Kay Thody
Communications Manager
Delta School District
T: 604.946.4101
C: 604.813.3776
E: kthody@deltasd.bc.ca