Book That Job: Audition Training Course with Final Act Drama actor training programs! This 5-week course starts October 16, 2018–Tuesday’s 6:30-8:30pm You got an audition tomorrow, can you book the job? Learn auditioning & cold reading skills so you stand out of the crowd! We will teach you to: analyze a scene quickly –  read sentences, not words from your script –  research your role… Read more »

Animation Panel hosted by the Richmond District Virginia Production Alliance   Date and Time: October 23, 6:30 PM Networking, 7:00 PM Meeting Location: WCVE, 23 Sesame St., Richmond, VA VPA Members Free, Guests $5 Panel includes: Anh Do, Elias Dancey, and Bobby Craig   www.facebook.com/pg/VPARichmond

Eric Carlson, Director of the Virginia Screenwriters Forum, will be headlining a Screenwriters Panel on October 2nd at Regent University Communications Bldg, Screening Room A. He will be joined by Russ Fulmore, writer and producer of “Precinct 757”. VPA Members are free, non-members $5   Date and Time: Tuesday, Oct 2 Check-in/Meet-N-Greet starts at 6:30pm.… Read more »

Cinema & TV Post-Production Assistant/Associate Professor The Department of Communication & Theatre Arts at ODU is seeking a full-time professor (Tenure track, Assistant or Associate level) with substantial Cinema/TV post-production experience to help lead an expanding program in Cinema and Television production in a top-50 media market. ODU’s Film Program places an emphasis on students… Read more »

The Richmond District of the Virginia Production Alliance’s Cinematography panel features of wealth of expertise from James Drake, Stephen Lyons, Mark Mervis and James Contner! Tuesday, Sept 25th. 6:30 PM – Networking 7:00 PM – Meeting Start WCVE, 23 Sesame Street, Richmond, VA 23235 VPA members – FREE Non-member guests – $5 (Cash/check at the… Read more »

‘Mastering the Minute Monologue for Film’ Current VPA Members Receive 20% Discount! **Be sure to click on the VPA button on registration page to get discount** With Special Guest Scott Wichmann: Award-winning actor Scott Wichmann (Loving, Lincoln, Legends & Lies, Turn) will be joining Eva DeVirgilis’ on-camera class to explore making the transition from the… Read more »

John Moon will be conducting an intermediate on-camera workshop for actors interested in learning more about how to work in film and television. This 3 evening 9-hour workshop will take place on Tuesdays, September 11, 18 and 25 from 7-10pm. Class size is limited to 6 performers to provide ample time for everyone to work.  Participants’ work is also recorded so that actors… Read more »

Hey STUDENTS! The deadline to apply for the Film Office internship is next Tuesday, August 21st! We are looking for Film Lovers with an interest in production and the process of attracting projects. We love creatives with strong writing and administrative skills and a flexible, open schedule. Any photography or video editing experience is a… Read more »

THE VIRGINIA FILM OFFICE, as part of its workforce training initiative, will present a two-day workshop in costume production and design, wardrobe styling, and on-set costuming. The class was created and will be taught by Amelia Zontini (read more about her fabulous career in the film industry down below), a working professional in Virginia film’s film industry since 2003.… Read more »

VOCAL PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP YOUR VOICE, YOUR INSTRUMENT with PEGGY WESTON SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 1 PM – 5 PM   Designed for aspiring adult vocalists … musicians, actors, dancers.   INTENSIVE VOCAL WORKSHOP in a supportive, inspiring atmosphere.   Exploring Your Voice, Your Instrument Building Confidence Exercises to: Develop Breath Control, Technique, Increase Your Range, Free and… Read more »

On Tuesday, July 31, the Virginia Production Alliance Richmond District presents “The Invisible Art,” a panel on editing, at WCVE, 23 Sesame Street, Richmond, VA 23235. The panel will unpack what goes into making their work so imperceptible and yet so essential to the filmmaking process, as well as provide tips for filmmakers on how… Read more »

JOIN US ! Professional Wireless Audio Panel TUESDAY July 24, 2018 at 7 PM   LOCATION:  THUNDERSHOT STUDIOS VIRGINIA PRODUCTION ALLIANCE PRODUCTION INDUSTRY MIXER / MEET AND GREET – AND PRO PANEL DISCUSSION   RF, UHF, Diversity, Hybrid Digital, Retired Radio Spectrum????   Join us and your fellow production professionals for an informative presentation about doing battle… Read more »

NYC Acting Coach John Pallotta Returns to DC/NOVA August 2018 Weekly On Camera and On Set Location Classes Classes that take place on set weekly with filmed and edited Reels (TEEN & ADULT) Classes Offered ONLY 15 SPOTS OPEN PER CLASS Call to register today at 646.619.7777 Visit us online at: www.johnpallottastudio.com email us at [email protected]

SCOTT’S ADDITION CREATIVE SPACE Open House Monday, July 16,  4:00 pm – 7:00 pm   Do you consider yourself part of Richmond’s creative community?  Does the idea of an affordable, production incubator space intrigue you?  Are you an aesthetically clever individual on a budget who dreams of a space of your own in the hottest… Read more »

THE VIRGINIA FILM OFFICE, as part of its workforce training initiative, will present a two-day workshop in costume production and design, wardrobe styling and on-set costuming. The class was created and will be taught by Amelia Zontini, a working professional in Virginia film’s film industry since 2003. The course is an introductory examination of the world of wardrobe from the… Read more »

On-Camera Acting Intensive  with Eva DeVirgilis Saturday July 14th, 1pm-5pm  $100 For the adult actor who is ready to break into the Film Industry With Film and TV acting opportunities exploding into the Mid-Atlantic Region, are you ready to book a Principal or Guest- Star role? To be competitive in this market an actor must… Read more »

There’s a saying “audiences will tolerate occasional out-of-focus shots, but they will not tolerate bad sound.” The Richmond District of the Virginia Production Alliance will welcome guests for “Sound Speed! How audio is the forgotten half of film.” Date: June 26th, networking begins 6:30 PM, district meeting and panel starting at 7 PM Location: Metro… Read more »

Sheri Lahris, Professional Acting Coach (Top Clients on Disney, Nickelodeon, Broadway) will be in Yorktown, Virginia to hold a SCENE STUDY WORKSHOP for all ages. Includes instruction from 1pm – 5pm, critiques, education, audition tips and more! Location: ARTINSPIRED Ballroom, 105 Professional Pkwy, Yorktown, VA 23693 Easily accessible from I-64 and is equal distance from Richmond… Read more »

Hello Actors,   There is a Tools for the Trade Actors Workshop with actress T’Keyah Crystal Keymah, best known for her roles in “In Living Color” and “That’s So Raven”  May 14th at Wells Theatre in Norfolk. The workshop is from 7:30 until 9:30 and it costs $60. Participants may register and pay at the… Read more »

Moonlit Wings award-winning SUMMER CAMPS for Performing Arts celebrate 10 years in Fairfax County!  Ages 7-14 put on a play plus improv, music, swim-time and a new mini-performance at the end of each week. Four locations available: Springfield(South Run RECenter) Falls Church (Providence RECenter) McLean (Spring Hill RECenter) Herndon (Frying Pan Park)   Some sessions are already SOLD-OUT, view… Read more »

Always wanted to take part in the 48 Hour Film Project, but never have? Or you have, but want to hear how others do it? Join the Virginia Production Alliance for a discussion and to get answers to questions you’ve always had but were afraid to ask. This panel discussion will cover what the 48… Read more »

The PGA East National Capital Chapter invites you and a guest to… Department of Homeland Security: HOW DHS CAN WORK WITH YOU   Tuesday, May 15th 6:00 pm Networking & Reception with food & drinks 6:30pm Program Begins Interface Media Group 1233 20th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 rsvp to:  [email protected] Most of us have… Read more »

In this 4 hour intensive, they will cover the essentials of acting for the camera in a creative & supportive atmosphere; allowing actors to be vulnerable and take risks.  May 26th, 1pm-5pm $100   For Registration & More information about the Class:   CLICK HERE   All About Eva : Hailing from NYC, Eva now brings her experience… Read more »

On-Camera Acting Intensive  with Eva DeVirgilis Saturday May 26th, 1pm-5pm  $100  For the adult actor who is ready to break into the Film Industry With Film and TV acting opportunities exploding into the Mid-Atlantic Region, are you ready to book a Principal or Guest- Star role? To be competitive in this market an actor must… Read more »