On Location: MEMPHIS (OL:M) is now accepting submissions for the OL:M Film Market, which is slated for September 4, 2021. The OL:M Film Market is a film ecosystem built for filmmakers to generate revenue and find distribution. Keeping in line with On Location: MEMPHIS’ vision to teach through real life application, the OL:M Film Market will provide education to filmmakers in … [Read more...] about On Location: MEMPHIS Now Accepting Submissions for OL:M Film Market
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Governor Andrew Cuomo, Barbra Streisand, Robert De Niro, Sting, Julianne Moore, Mariah Carey, Tina Fey and More Unite for “Rise Up New York!” Live Relief Benefit May 11
Robin Hood, New York's largest poverty-fighting organization, and iHeartMedia will join together with New York television and radio stations to air a citywide "virtual telethon" on Monday, May 11 at 7 PM ET to raise awareness and funds to help New Yorkers whose lives have been dramatically impacted by COVID-19. The show will bring together New York City's biggest … [Read more...] about Governor Andrew Cuomo, Barbra Streisand, Robert De Niro, Sting, Julianne Moore, Mariah Carey, Tina Fey and More Unite for “Rise Up New York!” Live Relief Benefit May 11
The Force Is Strong with Families and Children at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis in a Celebration of Star Wars Day on May 4
So what if you can’t travel to a galaxy far, far away to celebrate Star Wars Day because of social distancing. The world’s largest children’s museum wants to help make sure the Force is strong with you on May 4, 2020 and every day. For more than 40 years, adults and children have joyfully celebrated Star Wars—paying tribute to their favorite characters, plot twists and the … [Read more...] about The Force Is Strong with Families and Children at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis in a Celebration of Star Wars Day on May 4
Montel Williams Officially Joins The Balancing Act, Bringing America Back in “Balance”
The Balancing Act proudly welcomes Montel Williams as a new co-host of The Balancing Act, a long-running syndicated morning show airing on Lifetime TV. Williams, also the host of Military Makeover, is internationally known for his iconic, self-titled talk show which aired more than 3,500 shows over 17 seasons. The Balancing Act, now in its 13th year, is a … [Read more...] about Montel Williams Officially Joins The Balancing Act, Bringing America Back in “Balance”
Rock Star Yoshiki Donates 10 Million Yen to Japan’s National Center for Global Health and Medicine
YOSHIKI has donated 10 million yen (approx. $100,000) to the National Center for Global Health and Medicine through his 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Yoshiki Foundation America. The National Center for Global Health and Medicine researches infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases, including the coronavirus. The organization’s Center Hospital is the National … [Read more...] about Rock Star Yoshiki Donates 10 Million Yen to Japan’s National Center for Global Health and Medicine
Sesame Street: Elmo’s Playdate Will Offer Families a Moment of Joy and Connection in Challenging Times Airing April 14, 2020
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street, today announced a simulcast special to help kids and families around the world feel connected in this time of uncertainty—an extension of the Caring for Each Other initiative that the organization launched last month. Featuring everyone's favorite Sesame Street friends with celebrity guests Anne … [Read more...] about Sesame Street: Elmo’s Playdate Will Offer Families a Moment of Joy and Connection in Challenging Times Airing April 14, 2020
Mann Robinson And Blackfilm.com Launch Podcast To Fill Educational Void in Atlanta’s Film Industry
According to Google trends, Georgia ranks number one in the nation for inquiries into the film industry. Not California. Not New York. Georgia. And with Atlanta being dubbed "Black Hollywood" within the last five years and the recent unveiling of Tyler Perry's 300-acre studio compound in the same city, is their really a question why? But what are people … [Read more...] about Mann Robinson And Blackfilm.com Launch Podcast To Fill Educational Void in Atlanta’s Film Industry
A2IM Announces This Year’s Libera Awards Nominees for First-of-Its Kind Global, Virtual Ceremony
On June 18, 2020, the American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) will be bringing the 2020 A2IM Libera Awards into people’s homes via a first-of-its-kind live-streaming global ceremony. Presented by SoundExchange and in partnership with Merlin, the virtual Libera Awards is A2IM’s way of continuing to connect artists and fans for this annual event, as well as maintaining … [Read more...] about A2IM Announces This Year’s Libera Awards Nominees for First-of-Its Kind Global, Virtual Ceremony
The Second City Brings Comedy to Your Couch
For over 60 years, The Second City has been renowned for entertaining and educating millions in its theaters and classrooms. Now, the famed comedy institution has adapted its improvisation-based shows, classes, and corporate services to create real-time, interactive, and socially “together” virtual experiences available to audiences worldwide. “It’s incredible to see how … [Read more...] about The Second City Brings Comedy to Your Couch
FilmRise to Release Special Editions of “The Cat and the Moon” and “Unintended”
THE CAT AND THE MOONFrom Executive Producers Peter Berg (Lone Survivor, Mile 22) and Josh Boone (The Fault in Our Stars, The New Mutants), The Cat and the Moon features an all-star cast including Alex Wolff (Hereditary, Patriots Day), Skyler Gisondo (Booksmart, Vacation), Stefania LaVie Owen (The Lovely Bones, Krampus), Mike Epps (Dolemite Is My Name, The Last Black … [Read more...] about FilmRise to Release Special Editions of “The Cat and the Moon” and “Unintended”