Experimental Film Virginia will host a multimedia launch party this Saturday. For more information, go to http://pilotonline.com/entertainment/arts/experimental-film-virginia-to-host-a-launch-party-in-norfolk/article_faf7160b-f859-52d6-b1c0-3ace48a7e69b.html What: Experimental Film Virginia launch party When: 9 p.m. Saturday, June 25 Where: Work | Release, 759 Granby St., Norfolk.workreleasenorfolk.com. 757-962-2992. Admission: Free.www.experimentalfilmvirginia.com.

Screenwriters! Final Draft and the VPA are bringing you “Your Screenplay Sucks!” an awesome event that brings WGA member, produced-scriptwriter, and published author William M. Akers to Virginia to speak about the essentials of screenwriting and how to make sure yours “doesn’t suck”. He presents insights and lessons learned having written for actors, producers, television… Read more »

WIFV presents an insider’s look at the make-or-break moments in the careers of successful media producers. Inspired by the concept of the bestselling books, “Worst Case Scenarios Survival Guides,” each of the classes presents a panel of seasoned and expert producers. Panelists present real-world situations and provide strategies and solutions to what you may actually… Read more »

Do you have questions for some local, talented professionals of the  production industry in Richmond? Here’s your chance to get in to the minds and process of being a Director of Photography and a Studio owner. Joining us for the panel is Directors of Photography Doug Bischoff, Bill Ku, and Studio Owners Jake Pulliam and… Read more »

Richmond International Film Festival – Regular Deadline June 15th The next deadline for the Richmond International Film Festival (RIFF) is June 15th. RIFF is an international 4-day festival held in Richmond, VA. Now one of the largest international competitive festivals in the mid-Atlantic, RIFF brings 120 film screenings and filmmakers to RVA for the premiere… Read more »

Summer Film Series: Renaissance Perspective: Film Selections Inspired by Kehinde Wiley 1st in Series: Paris is Burning VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS | FRI, JUNE 24, 2016 | 6:30–8:30 pm Leslie Cheek Theater $8 (VMFA members $5) 804.340.1405 or www.VMFA.museum Paris is Burning (Dir Jennie Livingston; 1991; 71 min; Rated R for language, nudity, and… Read more »

TRI – Exclusive Premiere Screening Event at Bow Tie Cinemas in Richmond, VA Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2016, 7:00 PM Location: Bow Tie Cinemas Movieland at Boulevard Square 1301 North Blvd, Richmond, Virginia 23230 Tickets available here: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/tri-exclusive-premiere-screening-event-at-bow-tie-cinemas-richmond-virginia-tickets-25960696141?aff=VPA Be a part of this exclusive premiere screening of “TRI” in Director Jai Jamison’s hometown of Richmond,… Read more »

JUNE & JULY EVENTS, 2016 Thursday, June 16 7:00 – 9:00 Ask the Entertainment Lawyer Thundershot Studios Fairfax VA Tuesday, June 28 6:30 – 8:30 Richmond VPA General Meeting Directors of Photography Doug Bischoff, Bill Ku, and studio owners Jake Pulliam and Amanda Ricks. WCVE Saturday, July 9 9:30 – 6:30 Your Screenplay Sucks WHRO… Read more »

Register your team NOW for the 48 Hour Film Project, the largest filmmaking competition in the world.   Calling All Filmmakers, Actors and Crew!   Whether you’re on a team, or looking for a team, come to our Happy Hour and meet the participants and organizers of this year’s 48HFP!   What: A fun networking… Read more »

Over four days, the American Film Institute will present a variety of development and networking events for filmmakers and industry professionals at the 2016 AFI DOCS Filmmaker Forum. Each day, the Forum will explore a unique topic through keynote presentations, conversations, panel discussions and micro-meetings. Open to Priority and Industry passholders as well as festival… Read more »

Get in on the Action Ready to flex those filmmaking muscles and show the world what you can do in a single weekend? Here’s some ways you can get involved with the Richmond 48HFP this year… Register your very own team: http://www.48hourfilm.com/richmond/registernow/ Volunteer to participate on team – we’ll let the team leaders know you’re… Read more »

TIVA & Virginia Production Alliance Entertainment Law Event.   June 16th, 2016  7 PM to 9 PM Thundershot Studios, 9425-B Mathy Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031   By popular demand TIVA and the Virginia Production Alliance are proud to present a joint Entertainment Law presentation by a popular internationally known legal expert covering production, film, entertainment, and… Read more »

It’s Not Too Late to Register! NEXT WEEKEND One-Day Actor’s Intensive with Sheri Lahris ONLY $85  Learn what it takes to break into the business!!! Sheri’s Workshop is for all ages: This class consist of fun ways to hone your skills, and gain confidence as well as making long lasting connections. Sheri has served as an on-set… Read more »

Women in Film & Video members have been invited to an advanced screening of FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS next Wednesday at the Landmark E St. Cinema. If you are interested in attending the screening, please click here to download your passes. Wednesday, June 15, 2016 7 PM Landmark E Street Cinema 555 11th St NW Washington,… Read more »

Free Screening of Award-Winning HBO Documentary “The Loving Story” in Honor of ‘Loving Day’ ~At the historic Byrd Theatre~   RICHMOND – The Virginia Film Office will host a free screening of the award-winning HBO documentary The Loving Story on Sunday, June 12 at 4:30 pm at the Byrd Theatre. The screening lands on the… Read more »

  High school filmmakers from 42 schools across the Commonwealth submitted 93 films to the 2nd Annual Virginia High School League Film Festival state championship, and 36 films have been designated Official Selections. These films will be honored this weekend with a screening at the festival, which will be held at Virginia Commonwealth University Academic… Read more »

The 18th Annual Gulf Coast Film & Video Festival is now announcing:  Don’t forget to get your project in now!  June 3rd is the last day for Regular Rates for Films.  Starting June 4th Late entry fees will apply until the final deadline of August 1st.  Last year’s Festival was very competitive, but there’s still… Read more »

Norfolk Public Library is joined by Hampton Roads Pride, PFLAG, and the LGBT Center of Hampton Roads in presenting Norfolk Public Library’s first annual LGBT Film Festival. Four films will be shown with special guest-led discussion following each film. All movies will be shown at Slover Library (235 E. Plume Street, Norfolk). Admission is free.|… Read more »

The Five Minutes of Fame Film Festival Is open for submissions for this year’s film festival to screen on August 20 2016 at the Ashland Theater. All selected films will be screened and judged. Winners will receive a trophy for each category. The overall winner will receive a trophy for best of show. Many categories… Read more »

Final Act Drama presents 2016 Movie Making Camp June 27-July 1, 2016 STUDENT ACTING AND PRODUCTION CAMP FOR FILM AND TV Grades 4th -12th http://www.finalactdrama.com/summer-film-camp.html 9am-4:30pm (Before and after care is available.  See website for more info.) Students attending the Movie Making Camp will write, produce, direct, act, and digitally edit his or her own short film. Students will rotate among crew positions to learn different jobs on… Read more »

VIRGINIA FILM OFFICE REDESIGNS WEBSITE May 23, 2016 After months of careful deliberation with local designers, the Virginia Film Office is excited to present a sleek, streamlined new website. You will still find it at www.filmvirginia.org — all are encouraged to explore! The project was a collaboration between the Richmond designers Brian Landis of The… Read more »

Learn from Coach to Disney Stars, Sheri Lahris! Sheri will be hosting a mini-session at a very reasonable rate and giving monologue critique after a warm up session of Improv! Every actor should have a monologue ready to go, but Sheri will let you know what you are doing right and what you can fix… Read more »

Interface Media Group 1233 20th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 6:30 PM   Documentary Narration from the Producer and the Talent Point of View   Join them for a rare opportunity to bring producers, casting directors and VO talent into the same space to discuss narration as an element of… Read more »

48HFP will bring a wild weekend of filmmaking fun to RVA starting Friday, July 15.  Filmmakers throughout the city will be rushing to create a 4-7 min film in only 48 hours.  Armed with a genre, character, prop and line of dialogue, fearless filmmakers will make their way through the cinematic jungle and emerge with… Read more »