ScriptDC - WALA members enjoy a discounted admission!

ScriptDC is the premiere conference for Mid-Atlantic filmmakers to achieve their creative dreams by connecting them with accomplished teachers, consultants and industry professionals.

Confirmed presenters include:
Lisa Cortes (Precious), Megan Holley (Sunshine Cleaning), Claudia Myers (Kettle of Fish), Dawn Porter (Serious Moonlight), Stephen Harris (A&E), Maureen Ryan (Man on Wire), Ed Burns (The Wire), Kelley Baker (Angry Filmmaker), Aviva Kempner (Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg), Walter Gottlieb (Final Cut Productions), Jenny Halper (Mandalay Entertainment), Erin Keating (IFC TV), Cid Collins Walker (Black Opal Prods), Heather Waters (Creative World Awards), Judy Levenson (National Geographic), Libby Richman (Half Yard Productions).

The weekend-long event, includes:
* Opening Night Screening and Q&A;
* Pitching your idea to industry professionals;
* Screenplay readings & critiques;
* Workshops for all skill levels;
* DC Shorts Screenplay Competition.
October 16 schedule here.
October 17 schedule here.

ScriptDC is the largest event of its kind in the region. But registration is limited. 

Prefer paper?  Download registration form and fax to the WIFV Office, 202-429-9440 

Sign up here.

What happened at the hearing on the Bill to Protect Artists?

Subject: What happened at the hearing on the Bill to Protect Artists?

Rob Bettmann   DC Advocates for the Arts 

 

On Wednesday September 22nd, Ward 4 Council-member Muriel Bowser convened a hearing of the Public Services and Community Affairs committee to consider Bill B18-451, the Bill to Protect Artists. Many of you signed our petition (back in march, april, may and june) which resulted in the scheduling of this hearing.

The hearing went very well. Positive support for the bill was provided by Council-member Bowser in her statement at the hearing, and in testimony from:

The DC Bar Arts, Entertainment, Media and Sports Law Section; The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia; The Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts;
Marvin Bowser;
Janet Fries;
Lavinia Wohlfarth;
George Koch;
and myself on behalf of our membership.
Following the hearing Council-member Michael Brown put out a statement on the bill, which we will post on the website. As available, we will also post the testimony and statements of hearing participants.

The bill addresses a loophole in existing DC law pertaining to consignment, which is a constant and necessary part of the visual arts economy. This bill will ensure that after artists and collectors have invested in work, that work is protected from inappropriate seizure.

Council-member Bowser's committee must now report out from the hearing, including any recommendations for amendment, following which the bill may be scheduled for consideration by the council of the whole.

This isn't a particularly sexy issue. It's a lot like having fire insurance. Nobody other than our organization is worried if visual artists don't have this protection. We need your continued support and attention as we work to get this out of committee, and into law. We'll be in touch about ways you can support passage of this legislation, and you can see more on our website -- http://www.facebook.com/l/c9373EUbOkSsX3lH2oeThPg_QyA;www.dcadvocatesforthearts.org. Thanks!

(e)merge 2 ~ Panel Discussion & Party, Saturday, October 2, 4-8pm

(e)merge

(e)merge 2 panel discussion + party Saturday, October 2nd, 4 - 8 pm at Hamiltonian Gallery, 1353 U Street, NW, WDC

Conner Contemporary Art and Hamiltonian Artists will host an event specifically for area emerging artists beginning with a panel discussion focusing on gallery representation and the dynamics of artist-gallery relationships. Panelists: Seth Adelsberger - visual artist, represented by Civilian Art Projects, and co-founder of Nudashank Gallery Craig Appelbaum - founder of Industry Gallery Leigh Conner - co-founder Conner Contemporary Art Kathryn Cornelius - performance artist, represented by Curator's Office Maggie Michael - visual artist, represented by G Fine Art Moderated by Jacqueline Ionita, Director of Hamiltonian Gallery The (e)merge 2 panel discussion begins promptly at 4pm; directly followed by (e)merge 2 party - hang out with your community, enjoy DJ, food and drink. (e)merge 2 is generously sponsored by Marvin Restaurant and the Pink Line Project.

Hamiltonian Artists is a 501c (3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing professional development opportunities for creative artists in their early careers. We offer a competitive two-year fellowship program for new innovative visual artists in all media, which are awarded through an annual competition.

Hamiltonian Artists is funded in part by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, an agency supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Wandering Souls presents Twelfth Night

Wandering Souls presents (www.wanderingsouls.org)
William Shakespeare's
Twelfth Night
Directed by Andrew Wassenich
Featuring: Luke Cieslewicz, Grant Cloyd, Lex Davis, Melissa Marie Hmelnicky, Megan Reichelt, Julie Roundtree,  Teresa Spencer and Jacob Yeh Running Time: 1 hour

Wit, music, romance and revelry are the food of love in this comedic feast of lovers and fools. One of Shakespeare's most famous comedies - Twelfth Night is a play about love in all it's excess, the madness it can drive us to, the pain it gives us and finally the ability to heal that pain.  Viola and her twin brother are shipwrecked in the magical land of Illyria, each believing the other drowned. Disguised as a young man, and entering the service of the lovesick Duke Orsino,Viola woos the wistful lady Olivia for her new master and finds herself in a most unusual and hilarious love triangle. Merry deceptions, mistaken identities and yellow stockings abound in this lilting comedy.

Remaining Public Pay-What-You-Can Shows
Wednesday, September 22 at 7:00 pm (Edmund Burke School, 4101 Connecticut Avenue, NW)
Friday, September 24 at 7:30 pm (Bloombars, 3222 11th Street NW)
Wednesday, September 29 at 7:00 pm (Church of the Pilgrims, 2201 P Street NW)

About Wandering Souls
Wandering Souls is dedicated to making the luxury of the arts more accessible to everyone!At the core of our mission is a belief that the arts can fuel our imagination, encourage our personal growth and help unite individuals and communities. Yet, the richness of the arts is often considered a luxury. By bringing stripped-down, high quality, energetic performances to those who have little or no access we hope to break down that misconception.
We hope to open the channels to engaging conversations , new experiences and-- in the process-- provide opportunities for a broader cultural exchange.

American Poetry Museum

The American Poetry Museum is dedicated to celebrating poetry, promoting literacy, fostering meaningful dialogue, encouraging an appreciation for the diversity of the American experience, and educating local, national, and international audiences through the presentation, preservation and interpretation of American poetry. 

Founded in 2004, APM is one of the first museums in the world dedicated to collecting, interpreting and presenting American poetry. We are committed to the continuation of poetry as a literary and performance art and the use of poetry as an active tool for education. 

Read more ~

September 30th, WALA Cocktail Hour & Fashion Preview w/ARTAYA

Cocktail Hour & ARTAYA ~ Fashion Preview! 

6pm

Dana Ayanna Greaves named one of "the District's most promising design talents" by Holly Thomas in the Washington Post Magazine.

Our generous host:  Industry Gallery

Copyright Registration Panel, Q & A, & Form Review

Bring your brown bag lunch and join a panel of copyright registration specialists for information and guidance about registering your creative works.  Bring your questions and/or completed copyright registration forms.  
This is a must-attend session for visual artists, musicians and songwriters, screenwriters, film makers, and fiction and nonfiction writers.

October 14th, 2010 from 11:30am until 1:30pm.
Location:  International Arts & Artists, Hillyer Gallery
Free for WALA & IA&A members, $30 for non-members.
RSVP today to insure a spot!

Free Small Business Advice Clinic on 9/22 ~ DC Bar Pro Bono Program

Click here for details.

 

All about Trademarks

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Learn all about trademarks at the upcoming WALA Trademark Basics Workshop:

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

 Register online:  http://www.eventbrite.com/event/813711834

Screenplay Competition ~ Saturday, October 16th @ 7pm

Watch a script read live. 

Choose a winner. 

See the final film next year!

Saturday, October 16 @ 7:00pm

 

Saturday, October 16 @ 7:00pm
The Theatre @ Mount Vernon United Methodist Church
900 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Tickets will go on sale September 9.
We are very proud to present our fourth DC Shorts Screenplay Competition. Watch six scripts read live by actors and the screenwriter! At the end of the show, vote for your favorite script. The winner will receive $1000 on the spot, plus another $1,000 when the film is completed.  Plus, you can see the final movie at DC Shorts 2011! This is a unique competition — no one presents scripts in this way.

Catching Up

Mary Ratliff, Writer
Reston, VA
A prison guard must make a decision that will affect the future of a criminal, and put his own daughter at risk.

Interview Date

Grant Lyon, Writer
Oakland, CA
In a case of mistake identity, a couple on their first date accidentally cross signals with a job interview.

The Dressing Room

Jackie Boor, Writer
Sacramento, CA
A department store dressing room is an unexpected crossroad for a tired housewife and a young woman.

Mancrush

Matt Wheeler, Writer
Santa Monica, CA
Two guys argue about which of them is “best mates” with their mutual friend, Dave.

Surreal Estate

Lori Romero, Writer
Santa Fe, NM
Mr. Smith’s trials and tribulations while renting a home are not normal procedure.

Break Up, Break In, Break Out

Kelli Herod, Writer
Arlington, VA
With a little help from her friends, a woman works through the end of a relationship.

WISH TO BE CAST IN THE LIVE READINGS?  Click here!

Script DC ~ October 15th - 17th

ScriptDC is the premiere conference for Mid-Atlantic writers and filmmakers to achieve their creative dreams by connecting them with accomplished teachers, consultants and industry professionals. 

The weekend-long event includes:

1. •Opening Night Screening and Q&A
2. •Pitch your idea to industry professionals
3. •Hear your screenplay read aloud by actors
4. •Workshops for all skill levels — from beginner to seasoned pro
5. •Vote for the DC Shorts Screenplay Competition winner

 Schedule of Events

Find Answers to Your Questions ~ Here!

• What can a literary agent do for you as a writer?

• What do you need to know about trademarks?

• What factors should you consider when lending or donating our work?

• Do you need to a one-on-one consultation with an attorney?

•  Would you like to have your copyright application accepted without a hitch?

•  Are you a creative entrepreneur ~
    - Forming a organizational entity?  

    - Registering a copyright or trademark?   

    - Entering into a contract or seeking licensing arrangements?  

    - Developing tax strategies?  

    - Looking to improve your negotiating skills? 

    - Signing a commercial lease agreement?

You've come to the right place!  Click on the links of your choice to register.  

Questions?  education@thewala.org