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 »

Join TIVA for a “Business Cards & Beer” Happy Hour! Network with industry colleagues, make new connections and learn more about TIVA’s upcoming meetings and events! Thursday, June 7, 2018 • 5:45-8:30 pm Ireland’s Four Courts 2051 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22201 (Near Court House Station Metro) Bring your business cards and get the word out on… Read more »

VPA Richmond District presents “Where’s my passport? Tales of producing films on foreign soil” May 29 at WCVE VPA RICHMOND DISTRICT On May 29th at 6:30 p.m., the Richmond District of the Virginia Production Alliance will welcome filmmakers Craig Martin and Mark Lambert for “Where’s my passport? Tales of producing films on foreign soil.” Craig… Read more »

Mark your calendars!  This year’s Maupintown Film Festival will take place July 13-15 at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center in Charlottesville, Virginia. This annual event focuses on showcasing stories of African-American history and culture though film. Be sure to save the date, because we have a great lineup of films, Q&A sessions with filmmakers and others, speakers,… Read more »

Join Northern Virginia’s film, television, advertising, and video professionals at the 2018 State of the Industry. This event is hosted by the Virginia Production Alliance with support from the Virginia Film Office. Network, share tips, and discuss your latest projects with your peers. Enjoy food, beer, wine and soft drinks as you explore the wealth… Read more »

Jabberwocky Audio Theater is looking for multiple voice actors to join our existing company members to record an action-packed, neo-noir mystery this summer for broadcast later this Fall. The Gambler’s Tale: Outstanding Debts will be a 10-part audio mini-series written and directed by award-winning filmmaker William R. Coughlan and produced by Jabberwocky Audio Theater. Set in Las Vegas in the… 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 »

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! The 48HFP will bring a wild weekend of filmmaking fun to Richmond on July 20-22, 2018. On that weekend, our local film scene will explode with filmmakers making films in just 48 hours. Armed with a genre, character, prop and line of dialogue, our fearless filmmakers will make their way through the… Read more »

The 5PT Film Festival kicks off the 2018 Dominion Energy Riverrock This year the film festival will be at The Broadberry (2729 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220) and will feature 12-15 short-documentary films all about adventure followed by a concert by Larry Keel Experience. 5:00 p.m. – Doors Open 6:30 p.m. – Films Start 7:30… 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 »

Submission Deadline Approaching! The 4th annual Global Impact Film Festival will be held August 24-26 2018 at the Renaissance Marriott in downtown Washington, DC. Submissions for narrative and documentary shorts 30 minutes or less are currently being accepted at https://filmfreeway.com/GlobalImpactDC and https://www.withoutabox.com/03film/03t_fin/03t_fin_fest_01over.php?festival_id=15022 For more information, go to http://globalimpactfilmfest.org or email [email protected] NOTE: If you submit through https://filmfreeway.com/, you can apply the promo code for 20% OFF at… Read more »

Asian Pacific American Film Festival   May 11-13 The Asian Pacific American Film, Inc. (APA) announces that our 18th annual film festival will be held on May 11 – 13, 2018 at the US Navy Memorial Burke Theatre, 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. May 11th – 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm May 12th –… Read more »

Virginia screenwriters! You have a little less than 3 weeks to polish up your scripts and send them our way! The Virginia Screenwriting Competition is open to all Virginians and students at Virginia schools. It is one of the only competitions that is FREE and provides every entrant a written critique from the first round… Read more »

Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for talent for a live event and non-union web video shooting in the Washington, DC area Tuesday, May 15, 2018, with rehearsals on Sunday, May 13, and Monday, May 14, 2018. We are currently looking for the following types: Asian Female – 24-60 years old Hispanic Male – 24-60 years old… 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 »

Network with people in the industry; meet your new board; hear plans for the year; share ideas & find about opportunities to get involved over light refreshments at the next VPA Richmond District Meeting!   Tuesday, May 1, 2018 WCVE 23 Sesame Street Richmond, VA 23235   6:30p – Networking | 7:00p – Meeting Starts  … Read more »

Marinella Hume Casting is holding an open casting call on Saturday, April 28th, from 10AM-6PM  Location: Residence Inn by Marriott Hotel, Potomac Ballroom, 2850 S Potomac Ave. Arlington, VA 22202 Seeking PAID extras, pedestrians, real firefighters/EMT, police officers, men with mustaches, any rock ‘n roll, tourist inspired looks, etc. Feature Film shoots June-July in the Alexandria,… Read more »

Norfolk Public Library is joined by Hampton Roads Pride, PFLAG, and the LGBT Center in presenting Slover Library’s third annual LGBT Film Festival! All movies will be shown on the sixth floor, room 650. Free and open to the public.   May 5th, 1PM: 52 Tuesdays, (PG-13) May 5th, 4pm: Holding the Man (Unrated) May… Read more »

VPA (Virginia Production Alliance)  –  invites you to JOIN US FOR A CONTENT CREATORS PIPELINE! Free for member or only $5.00 for non members! More info and register here http://virginiaproductionalliance.org/events-calendar/ Come network, learn from our panelists, enjoy some food and drink and network some more! … PRODUCTION INDUSTRY MIXER / MEET AND GREET – AND NORTHERN… 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 »