THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: HOLY CANNOLI ! ON THE SET OF NICKY DEUCE

You might recognize The Directors Showband from their 2010 film debut "Barney's Version". They were the band featured in the pivotal wedding scene.

Last week, members of The Directors were on the set of  "Nicky Deuce" .  A Nickelodeon movie based on the children’s book of the same name penned by Steve Schirripa and Charles Fleming.

(Steve Schirripa, who is most famous for his memorable turn as

Bobby ‘Bacala’ Baccalieri in The Sopranos.)

The book tells the story of a kid who spends the summer with his grandmother in Bensonhurst – Schirripa’s home turf – and rediscovers his Italian roots.

The nerdy kid meets an uncle he never knew and is transformed into Nicky Deuce.

The grandmother is played by the legendary Rita Moreno, the singer, dancer and actress who has won Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards, 

and is most famous for starring in the film West Side Story.

Special credits: Brendan Kelly, Showbiz Chez Nous

Look out for The Directors and Nicky Deuce in 2013. 

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: ARTICLE IN THE LOCAL HERALD WEDDING ISSUE

Check out this article from the Local herald 

featuring The Directors Showband 

written  by Bram Eisenthal.
PAGE 20 and  21 

Open publication - Free publishing - More local herald

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The Directors Showband: Barney's Version coming on Blu ray DVD

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: on GLOBALTV/FOCUS MONTREAL for BARNEY'S VERSION

The Directors Showband were interviewed by Richard Dagenais on Global TV/Focus Montreal for their role in "Barney's Version" the movie which is still in theaters and has been nominated for an OSCAR for  "Best Make up". The film's lead actor, Paul Giamatti, recently won a Golden Globe for his role in the film.
If you haven't already seen the film, you should. Definitely worth it. Ebert gave it 3.5 stars out of 4.
To view their portion of the video, cue the slider to 15:15 after the advertisement.

 

The Directors would like to thank Richard Dagenais and everyone at Global TV/ FOCUS MONTREAL for making them feel right at home.

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THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: PAUL GIAMATTI WINS GOLDEN GLOBE

Paul Giamatti wins the golden award for Best actor in a motion picture_ Comedy or musical for his role in "Barney's Version".

Congratulations to Paul Giamatti for an award winning performance! 

Thanks for the Canada and Montreal shout out!

Here's a shot from the "Barney's Version" set:

Randi Katz, Paul Giamatti and Tony Picciuto

The Directors Showband were the band cast in the pivotal wedding scene.

Go see the film, bring lots of kleenex.

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THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: THE ANDREW CARTER MORNING SHOW on CJAD

The Directors Showband talk bagels and "Barney's Version" on CJAD's The Andrew Carter Morning Show . 

This was their second feature on CJAD in a 2 week span.

7:00  in the morning comes quick as Tony uses his bagel as a guitar pic. 

Frank's guitar never sounded so yummy.

Tony and Frank write their first original piece entitled: " We love bagels: Ode to Montreal"

Andrew Carter welcomes The Directors to the show.

The Directors Showband would like to thank everyone at CJAD for making their stay so enjoyable.

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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

Official Website
www.thedirectors.ca

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND - Unlike any other band in its class
The soundtrack to YOUR next event.

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: CJAD INTERVIEW w/ ABE HEFTER

The Directors Showband were at CJAD last week on the Ric Peterson show to talk about their experience in "Barney's Version" The movie. 

Filling in for Ric Peterson was Abe Hefter.

The Directors Showband would like to thank Abe Hefter and CJAD for having us on the show. 

"Barney's Version" the movie is playing now in selected theaters in Montreal and Toronto and opens worldwide on January 14th, 2011.

In other news, Paul Giamatti has been nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actor for his role in "Barney's Version" the movie .

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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

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www.thedirectors.ca

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND - Unlike any other band in its class
The soundtrack to YOUR next event.

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: Montreal wedding band gets 'Barney' close up_by Nick Patch

See below for the latest news article by Nick Patch on The Directors in Barney's version.

The Directors Showband :News Article on Barney's version


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THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: CBC RADIO ONE _HOMERUN SHOW INTERVIEW on "BARNEY'S VERSION"

The Directors Showband were recently interviewed on The CBC RADIO ONE " HOMERUN SHOW" 88.5 FM.

Below you can hear part 1 and 2 of the interview with David Gutnick.

 

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The Directors Showband_ Mordecai:The Life and Times

The Directors Showband were honored to speak about their experience in "Barney's Version" the movie at the launch of Charles Foran's new biography, Mordecai :The Life and Times.

The event was held at the Westmount Library in Victoria Hall where 350 gathered to pay tribute to the late and great Mordecai Richler.

Florence Richler, Mordecai's beloved wife and close family members attended. 

Others who spoke were: Bill Brownstein (The Gazette) and Charles Foran (Mordecai:The Life and Times) to name a few. 

Below are some photos of The Directors Performance :

The Directors Showband would like to thank The Westmount Library.

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"Barney's Version" The movie opens on December 24th in selected cities and worldwide 

on January 14, 2011.

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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

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www.thedirectors.ca

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND - Unlike any other band in its class
The soundtrack to YOUR next event.

The Directors Showband

Photo credits: www.lavphoto.com

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If you would like to book The Directors

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THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND - Unlike any other band in its class
The soundtrack to YOUR next event.

The Directors Showband:"Barney's Version" North American Premiere at TIFF

Sunday September 12th, was the North American premiere for "Barney's Version" . The film adaptation of Mordechai Richler's final novel.

Tony and Randi of The Directors Showband attended this exclusive event. 

 (Richard J Lewis (Director), Randi , Tony)

The film is really well filmed and the screenplay, so well written by Montrealer Michael Konyves,  embodies every emotion that one can feel during a two hour period. 

Paul Giamatti is definitely deserving of an Oscar for his performance as "Barney Panofsky". 

In fact, the entire cast is supremely chosen, they all enhance the novel's characters. And yes, The Directors Showband do appear in several scenes midway through the film. 

The V.I.P. After Party was hosted by Entertainment Tonight Canada

"Barney's Version" is set to open the Vancouver film festival and the Hampton film festival and will then make it's way onto the big screen courtesy of  Sony Pictures Classics (U.S.) and Serendipity Point Films (Canada) . No exact release date has been confirmed. We will keep you informed!

Here is an article written by Mike Cohen of the Montreal Suburban featuring their red carpet experience.

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If you would like to book The Directors
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THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND - Unlike any other band in its class
The soundtrack to YOUR next event.

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: BARNEY'S VERSION - wrap party

Last month, The Directors Showband performed for cast and crew of "Barney's Version (2010)".

The wrap party took place at the Theatre Plaza on St.Hubert. For those of you who don't know, Theatre Plaza hosts the francophone television variety show "Belle et Bum" every Saturday.

Below is shot of the band at sound check.

For those who haven't heard the buzz on the street , The Directors Showband were cast in "Barney's Version (2010)", the upcoming feature production / adapated screenplay (written by Montrealer Michael Konvyes) of the novel written by Mordechai Richler.

An all-star cast! (For more on the Movie ...see "Barney's Version" The movie BLOG below......)

The wrap party is a time when cast and crew would celebrate their hard work by kicking back and finally enjoying the fruits of their labor .
Work hard, party harder !

Halfway through the late evening, Director, Richard J Lewis, stepped into the spotlight to give his heartfelt thanks to cast and crew for a job well done.

As if the party wasn't already exciting enough, The Directors Showband along with cast and crew took it to the next level.

One big stage party !

"It was a great evening and everybody loved you guys. You are REALLY good . Nobody can resist your music. It felt so good to dance! Thanks again"
Lyse, Equinoxe Productions

On that note, The Directors Showband would like to thank everyone associated to "Barney's Version (2010)". This experience for us has been extremely humbling and a true honor to have been part of something so amazing. From the recording, to the shoot to the wrap party ,we're still pinching ourselves. It's been more than a pleasure working with each and every person from production to crew to cast. There really is... no business, like show business.
We look forward to the release.

most sincerely,

The Directors Showband
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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

Official Website
www.thedirectors.ca

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND - Unlike any other band in its class
The soundtrack to YOUR next event.