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THE PROJECTIONIST Set as Opening Night Film for 2026 Slamdance Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2025

The World Premiere of Alexandre Rockwell’s The Projectionist has been selected as the Opening Night selection for the 32nd edition of Slamdance Film Festival.

Television Academy Foundation Opens Applications for Hollywood Summer Internships
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025

The Television Academy Foundation has announced that applications are open for its 2026 Summer Internship Program in Los Angeles for media arts college students nationwide, offering over 40 paid, eight-week internships at top Hollywood production companies and studios.

Tickets For Cynthia Erivo in DRACULA Go on Pre-sale This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025

Tickets for Sydney Theatre Company's production of DRACULA, starring Cynthia Erivo, adapted and directed by visionary theatre-maker Kip Williams, will have a Priority On-Sale on Monday 22 September. 

Terrence Blanchard Coming to Soka Performing Arts Center
by Emmy Rice - Mar 29, 2025

Jazz trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard will come to Soka Performing Arts Center April 12 for the End of Season Celebration, complete with a pre-concert lecture and a sparkling & sweet intermission reception for all ticket holders.

Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, & More Join CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE Film
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2025

Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Amandla Stenberg, Lashana Lynch, and more have joined the cast of Children of Blood and Bone, Paramount's upcoming film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi's bestselling young adult novel.

THE PIANO LESSON, WICKED & More Receive NAACP Image Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2025

NAACP has announced the full list of “56th NAACP Image Awards” nominees, with Wicked and The Piano Lesson nominated for Outstanding Motion Picture and Wicked's Cynthia Erivo nominated for Entertainer of the Year.

Jon M. Chu to Receive Honor from American Cinema Editors
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2024

American Cinema Editors (ACE) has announced that the organization will honor acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu with the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award, recognizing an artist who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film. 

Jamie Lee Curtis Receives Honorary Degree at AFI Conservatory Commencement
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 12, 2024

The American Film Institute (AFI) conferred a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon Jamie Lee Curtis during the AFI Conservatory’s Class of 2024 commencement ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. 

Video: Trailer Released for Four-Part Docuseries HOLLYWOOD BLACK From Filmmaker Justin Simien
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 11, 2024

Inspired by the book from historian Donald Bogle, Hollywood Black, directed by Justin Simien, chronicles the history of cinema, but from a radically Black perspective. By unearthing personal stories from actors, writers, directors, and producers who fought for their place on the page, behind the camera and on the screen, the series provides a critical reexamination of a quintessentially American story—in brilliant color.

BHERC To Cap-Off Their Season With 29th Annual S.E. Manly African American Short Film Showcase Closing Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024

The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) announces the 29th Annual S.E. Manly African American Short Film Showcase closing event, featuring 50 short films.

John Waters To Be Honored by American Cinema Editors
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2024

Past recipients of the Golden Eddie include Spike Lee, Quentin Tarantino, Kathleen Kennedy, Christopher Nolan, Lauren Shuler Donner, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Guillermo del Toro, Vince Gilligan, J.J. Abrams, Nancy Meyers, Martin Scorsese, Norman Jewison, Robert Zemeckis, George Lucas, and the Sundance Institute, among others.

Harry Lennix and Tamara Tunie Join the Cast of Steppenwolf's PURPOSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023

Harry Lennix (The Blacklist, The DC Universe) and Tamara Tunie (Law & Order: SVU, I Wanna Dance with Somebody) will join the cast of its world premiere of Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Purpose.

Applications Open For Television Academy Foundation Internship Program
by Michael Major - Nov 8, 2023

Applications are now open for the Television Academy Foundation Internship Program, offering over 45 paid opportunities in various television fields for college students nationwide. Don't miss out on the chance to intern at top Hollywood studios and production companies. Apply now!

Meryl Streep, Oprah Winfrey & More to Be Honored at Academy Museum Gala
by Michael Major - Aug 15, 2023

The Academy Museum Gala will celebrate the acclaimed museum’s two-year anniversary and will honor three-time Academy Award-winner Meryl Streep, award-winning Michael B. Jordan, Academy Award-nominated Oprah Winfrey, and Academy Award-winning filmmaker and actor Sofia Coppola.

AFI Celebrates The Commencement Of The AFI Conservatory Class Of 2023
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 6, 2023

Today, the American Film Institute (AFI) celebrated the commencement of the AFI Conservatory Class of 2023 at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. The event was a culmination of two years of intense study at AFI's MFA program, ranked one of the top film schools in the nation.

Rachel Hauck to Receive Distinguished Alumni Award by UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2023

Award-winning director, writer, producer and alumna Gina Prince-Bythewood (The Woman King, The Old Guard) will deliver the keynote address at UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television's the school's 76th annual commencement ceremony.

Debbie Allen To Pay Tribute To Class Of 2023 Film Directors At The 30th Annual 'Sista's Are Doin' It For Themselves Short Film Showcase'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2023

Debbie Allen, critically acclaimed director, producer, and choreographer will be a special guest at upcoming, 30th annual 'Sista's Are Doin' It For Themselves' Short Film Showcase Opening Night Celebration, May 19th at 7:30pm.

Portland Opera Presents ABSENCE, A One-Night-Only Concert Featuring Jazz Great and Celebrated Opera Composer Terence Blanchard
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023

On May 26, 2023, Portland Opera will welcome jazz great and celebrated opera and film composer Terence Blanchard to the company with a special one-night-only concert “Absence.'

SISTAS ARE DOIN' IT FOR THEMSELVES Short Film Showcase And Virtual Film Festival Celebrates 30th Anniversary This May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2023

The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) will host the 30th Anniversary of its Sistas Are Doin' It For Themselves Short Film Showcase and Virtual Film Festival. All in-person events will be held May 19-21, 2023 at the Directors Guild of America in Los Angeles, California. The Virtual Festival will be streamed via BHERC.TV from May 22-31.

Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis & More Win NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners!
by Michael Major - Feb 28, 2023

Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis, Angela Bassett, and more took home NAACP Image Awards over the weekend. Host Queen Latifah also opened the show with a performance of “I’m Gonna Live Til I Die.' Watch the performance and check out the complete list of winners below!