The best of B.C.’s beautiful and talented gathered at the Vancouver Playhouse to celebrate the province’s film, television and digital media. Talent roamed the red carpet, tweets flew and drinks were poured by the plenty. All while the room buzzed with conversation, and cameras captured guests and the best dressed.
The Union of BC Performers and ACTRA Awards proved to be a smashing success, and was attended by over 680 industry professionals including UBCP members, industry partners, press and politicians. Evening highlights included a haunting acceptance speech by Carmen Moore in recognition for her “accomplishments that advance the status of women in society.” The room fell silent when she shared moments of her tumultuous childhood, going on to say that “I believe that acting has saved my life.” Gabrielle Rose took home Best Actress. Upon taking the stage, holding her statue in astonishment, she spoke of a scene in which she had to play dead; she recalled being shoved into a hockey bag, and then rolled up in a carpet; thinking to herself how blessed she was. “I get to do this for a living,” she said, tearing up, “isn’t it fabulous?” A full list of the winners is included below, and congratulations to all of the nominees.
UBCP/ACTRA Award for Best Actress: Gabrielle Rose IMDB
UBCP/ACTRA Award for Best Actor: (Twitter) John Pyper-Ferguson IMDB
UBCP/ACTRA Award for Best Newcomer: (Twitter) Tyler Johnston IMDB
UBCP/ACTRA Award for Best Voice: (Twitter) Nicole Oliver IMDB
UBCP/ACTRA Award for Best Stunt: Colby Chartrand IMDB
The John Juliani Award of Excellence was presented to Ben Ratner and the Lorena Gale Woman of Distinction Award was presented to Carmen Moore. As well there was a special presentation inducting Garry Chalk into the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame.
Live Tweets:
@ThatOliviaCheng looked gorgeous at tonight’s awards – such a pleasure to meet you! #ubcp pic.twitter.com/fzRDSY94M4
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
Boss style in the lounge #ubcp #fashion pic.twitter.com/eQElDyyDJ3
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
Red head on the red carpet. Johanna Newmarch looking fierce #ubcp pic.twitter.com/YhWu4vq8yQ
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
Tyler Johnston for Best Newcomer award, he is also on my best dressed. #motive #UBCP @vancitybuzz pic.twitter.com/GAwCim88hf
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
“I believe that acting has saved my life.” – a haunting acceptance speech by Carmen Moore #ubcp pic.twitter.com/lQnJgNRaQQ
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
Let the show begin! #ubcp – from best actor to best stunt from Vancouver’s biggest television talent! pic.twitter.com/GivLh8IbX1
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
Crystal Lowe from Hot Tub Time Machine, Primeval and Smallville, staying classic in an LBS #ubcp #vancouver pic.twitter.com/CEuurPA6pO
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
Gentlemen rule the red carpet! Dakota Daulby from Fallen Skies in polka dot bow tie with baby blue! pic.twitter.com/CWCGtfd44Z
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
LOVE this look! Courtney Stewart (right) does background work&works at a funeral home #ubcp @vancitybuzz pic.twitter.com/UVwWnfRhS5
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
Actor Xiomara Lopez -who also owns her own milkshake bar called “Whats Shaking.” #ubcp @vancitybuzz #fashion pic.twitter.com/50GE7sNsUx
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013
And the lovely @LARA_ROVA looking prrrfect in fur, j’adore! Keep in touch about upcoming projects! #ubcp pic.twitter.com/5p2NcV6eFG
— Nicolle Hodges (@nikhodges) November 25, 2013