Workshops

In response to a pressing need from the industry, which wants to see an increase in the number of black actors capable of doing dubbing in Quebec, the Festwave Institute, created by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, has successfully completed, between March 11 and April 15, 2024, a first training workshop which brought together twelve participants and which was held in the three main dubbing studios in Montreal, namely Difuze, Syllables and Cinélume.

Given the success of this first experiment and the interest generated in the community, a second cohort of twelve people will soon be formed with a view to a workshop planned for the end of the current year. The actor and voice actor Manuel Tadros will still be the main trainer. Here is the list of the twelve members of the UDA who were able to benefit from it:

Some testimonials from participants

An unforgettable experience that will serve anyone lucky enough to participate. Not taking this training with Manuel is like going to the South without sunscreen!

Thanks to this training, I first developed knowledge of the dubbing market in Quebec. I was then able to identify my strengths and weaknesses, not only as a voice actor but as an artist in general. I learned more than I expected. Manuel, through his warmth, his generosity and his rigor, knew how to instill a new artistic perspective.

I feel blessed to have completed this dubbing training with Manuel. I learned to tame the rhythm band and the importance of breathing. Through technical and practical learning, our trainer was able to give us confidence and welcomed us with kindness. Thank you to the entire team for this incredible opportunity! Thanks Manuel! You're the best!

I loved the training! Manuel is a sensitive, open, generous, but above all super competent trainer! I really enjoyed evolving alongside the other actresses in my group. I can't wait to see what the future holds for me after this training. Thank you to the Festwave Institute of the Fabienne Colas Foundation for setting up such an inspiring and important project/initiative.

I am so proud that Manuel Tadros, a master in the world of dubbing and a member of the Board of Directors of the Fabienne Colas Foundation, has agreed to provide this training. This dubbing program holds significant importance for the Festwave Institute and will have an extraordinary impact on the film industry in Quebec.” – Fabienne Colas, President-Founder of the Festwave Institute and the Fabienne Colas Foundation.

Fabienne Colas

“I was blown away by the speed of learning of some members of the group. Went from zero to 10 in a few hours of lessons. As I told you: breathing, calm, acting and the right emotion and that’s it. Technique comes second. I loved you. Everyone!! Well done!”

“That members were able to benefit from such a course for free is a miracle and the generosity of the Festwave Institute. A great gift for artists.”