Television

Events

Sit Down, Shut Up with Us

Begins: March 26, 2009

ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT's Mitchell Hurwitz, Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Henry Winkler are reuniting on SIT DOWN, SHUT UP, an animated look at the teaching profession, airing on FOX this spring.

The Paley Center in Los Angeles welcomes Winkler, who will be joined by costars Cheri Oteri and Tom Kenny, along with the show's exec producer, Hurwitz, and other members of the show's cast and creative team, for a premiere screening of the first episode. Can't hurt to bring an apple.

Tickets for the event are $15 for members and $25 for the general public.

In Event Types: Discussion, Screenings, Animation, Television

Wars Events

Star Wars: The Clone Wars Exhibition Opens at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

Begins: March 23, 2009

This spring, a galaxy far, far away comes to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis when STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS Exhibition opens March 23. The visual exhibition features artwork, costumes and other pieces used in the concept and production for STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS, the first-ever animated feature and television series from Lucasfilm Animation.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation, Television, Other

Media Events

Media Summit New York 2009

Begins: March 18, 2009

The Media Summit New York, the definitive international conference for media, entertainment, advertising and technology leaders, will be held March 18-19, 2009, at The McGraw-Hill Companies' headquarters, 1221 Avenue of the Americas in New York City.

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Business / Management, New Media, Television, Web / Internet

Anime Events

Tokyo International Anime Fair 2009

Begins: March 18, 2009

The Tokyo International Anime Fair 2009 (TAF2009) will be held Wednesday, March 18 to Saturday, March 21 at the Tokyo Big Sight in Japan.

The eighth anniversary of this event is one of the world's largest anime exhibitions. Featuring extensive programs, TAF has been drawing international attention as the leading anime festival.

Online pre-registration for buyers will start January 15, 2009 at http://www.tokyoanime.jp/en/. During the event, they offer business matching space for free of charge to assist buyers in finding new business opportunities.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, Television, Web / Internet, Other

Festival Events

Aubagne International Film Festival 2009

Begins: March 16, 2009

Aubagne International Film Festival supports the young cinematographic creation and musical creation related to picture. The festival has a feature and shorts competition. For features, the event screens first and second films of any genre that feature original music. For short films, the event screens first, second and third works running less than 30 minutes of any genre as long as the film presents original music or a particular treatment of the sound. For more information, visit www.cineaubagne.com.

In Event Types: Contests, Competitive Festivals, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Features, Live Action, Short Films, Television

Visual Events

Emmy-Winning VFX Presentation

Begins: March 11, 2009

The Television Academy of Arts & Sciences together with the Los Angeles Chapter of ACM SIGGRAPH will present a one night only event titled "Emmy Winning VFX". The presentations will feature the Primetime Emmy-winning visual effects employed in BATTLESTAR GALACTICA, JOHN ADAMS and the main title design of MAD MEN.

In Event Types: Discussion, Screenings, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects

Events

Day Out With Thomas 2009: The Hero of the Rails Tour

Begins: March 7, 2009

Thomas the Tank Engine welcomes friends aboard as he steams across the nation visiting more than 45 heritage railroads in the U.S. and Canada as part of the "Day Out With Thomas 2009: The Hero of the Rails Tour" presented by HIT Ent. and sponsored by The LEGO Group. This fun-filled event offers preschoolers and their families the opportunity to take a ride on a 15-ton replica of Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the THOMAS & FRIENDS series, on PBS KIDS and PBS KIDS Sprout, and features a variety of THOMAS & FRIENDS-themed entertainment.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Screenings, Animation, Television, Other

Comedy Events

An Evening with Dana Gould

Begins: March 6, 2009

On the eve of the release of LET ME PUT MY THOUGHTS IN YOU, SF Comedy favorite Dana Gould's newest special and DVD release, the Cartoon Art Museum welcomes Gould for a special presentation on Friday, March 6, from 7 to 8 p.m. Gould is a veteran stand-up comedian and comedy writer, and recently spent seven years as a staff writer on THE SIMPSONS, the longest-running television comedy of all time. Cartoon Art Museum Curator Andrew Farago will conduct an interview with Gould, to be followed by a Q&A session with the audience.

In Event Types: Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Television, Other

Events

An Evening With The Creators Of Adult Swim's Super Jail

Begins: February 19, 2009

ASIFA-East presents an evening with the creators of Adult Swim's SUPER JAIL Join us for this special panel discussion moderated by animator Dan Meth -- Q & A with audience to follow

Admission: Free School Of Visual Arts 209 East 23rd Street (Bet. 2nd & 3rd Ave), 3rd Fl, Amphitheater New York, New York.

In Event Types: Discussion, Screenings, Animation, Television

Award Events

FICCI-FRAMES: BAF Awards 2009

Begins: February 18, 2009

The FICCI Best Animated Frames Awards (BAF), hosted by the Federation Of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), is now in its sixth year. FICCI BAF Award is the biggest award in India recognizing talent in animation, gaming and vfx.

In Event Types: Animation, Short Films, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects

Events

February 2009 Los Angeles Comic Book & Sci Fi Convention

Begins: February 15, 2009

The next convention will be at the Shrine Hall (700 W. 32nd Street Los Angeles, CA 90007) in downtown Los Angeles and feature the cast of the new AMERICAN GLADIATORS TV show.

Admission is $8. Information: www.comicbookscifi.com. Convention is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Television

Award Events

American Society of Cinematographers Open House

Begins: February 14, 2009

The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) will host their annual open house here on Saturday, February 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mole Richardson (925 North La Brea Avenue, Hollywood). The open house is held in conjunction with the ASC Outstanding Achievement Awards celebration on February 15, at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel.

In Event Types: Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Features, Live Action, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects

Animation Events

Women In Animation Int'l's Initiative Is To Party

Begins: February 13, 2009

Women In Animation International is buying the first round of wine, courtesy of Toon Boom, at KidScreen Summit in New York. The cork will pop on Friday, February 13 at the Hilton's Bridges Bar at 5 p.m.

Meet WIA hosts, Rita Street, Jan Nagel, Heather Kenyon, Lisa Goldman and Joan Vogelesang, CEO of Toon Boom. No need to be a member, just bring a business card to get in.

Visit and join Women In Animation at www.womeninanimation.org.

In Event Types: Discussion, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Television, Web / Internet, Other

Kids Events

KidScreen Summit 2009

Begins: February 11, 2009

KidScreen Summit is celebrating its 10th anniversary as the leading annual event for the kids entertainment industry, and its extensive conference program is packed with can't-miss sessions and networking opportunities designed to inform, inspire and invigorate new business.

In Event Types: Conferences, Animation, Features, Interactive, Licensing, Television

Evening of Dance-Based Animation at Kinetic Cinema

On February 11, 2009 at 7 p.m., the Kinetic Cinema screening at Chez Bushwick will feature a wide-variety of dance and movement animation videos. Curated by Doug Fox, blogger and founder of Great Dance, the program will show how directors, artists, choreographers and dancers have used different animation styles and techniques to capture, illustrate and transform human movement.

In Event Types: Discussion, Screenings, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Short Films, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet

Events

New York Comic Con 2009

Begins: February 6, 2009

New York Comic Con (February 6-8 at the Jacob K. Javits Center) is the East Coast's biggest and most exciting popular culture event. An enormous show floor plays host to top entertainment industry leaders showcasing the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, television, and more. New York Comic Con gives attendees access to top entertainment industry talent, panels, and autograph sessions as well as sneak peeks at upcoming television shows and motion pictures.

In Event Types: Conferences, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Features, Television, Web / Internet

Events

24: Redemption Photography Exhibit Moves to Paley Center in New York

Begins: February 6, 2009

On the heels of a run at The Paley Center for Media in Los Angeles, the "24: REDEMPTION -- Captured in Africa" exhibit is traveling to the Paley Center in New York for a two-month stay. The exhibit is composed of a stunning collection of photographs shot by five members of the Emmy Award-winning FOX drama's creative team during the filming of 24: REDEMPTION last year.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Other

Animation Events

WIA Annual Meeting: This Gun For Hire: Careers In Freelance Animation

Begins: February 5, 2009

Animators are migrant workers. Lifetime employment at a single studio is a mere nostalgic dream. Most of us are freelancers, either by preference or necessity. We must network constantly, keep our skills fresh, and be ready at the drop of a hat to move to the next job. Reinvention is the name of the game. So how do you continually repackage yourself without becoming completely bored or totally insane?

In Event Types: Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Features, Short Films, Television

Chicago Events

Women in Film Build-A-Skill Workshop: The Business of The Production Office

Begins: February 4, 2009

Women in Film Chicago's Build-a-Skill workshops are intended to add to the skill sets of our members, giving them the unique opportunity to interact with and learn from the best in the business. Focused on practical application, these workshops provide attendees with real-world knowledge from working industry experts. This session is entitled 'The Business of The Production Office' and hosted by Friend of WIFC, Fletcher Chicago. Speakers will include Rich Lederer, Christina Varotsis, Vail Romeyn and Stephanie Kurtz. Where: Fletcher Chicago 1000 N. North Branch St. Chicago, IL 60642

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Business / Management, New Media, Television

World Events

WIA Meeting -- Venture Brothers Studio Tour

Begins: January 27, 2009

Who wants a studio tour of the producers of VENTURE BROTHERS? Come meet the gang at World Leaders Entertainment, and hear what Charlie Miller (president and CEO) and Rachel Simon (producer) have to say.

Check out their website at www.wleaders.com.

This is a members only meeting and there is limited space for only 15 people . The first 15 respondents will be chosen. Please read the RSVP info carefully and respond to Sue Nilsson

Here's the vitals: Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2009 Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Location: World Leaders, 159 West 25th Street, 9th Floor (between 6th & 7th Avenues)

In Event Types: Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Television

Television Events

NATPE 2009 Market & Conference

Begins: January 26, 2009

The annual NATPE Conference & Exhibition is the only American program market serving the worldwide television community. This three-day convention and marketplace is recognized throughout the world as a key media event. If you buy, sell, develop, finance, advertise, market or license content; implement technology; exploit rights; or leverage media assets, the annual conference and exhibition is the best place to be for success today and growth tomorrow.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects

Show Events

WordGirl Family Event

Begins: January 24, 2009

Soup2Nuts and Scholastic Media invite you and your family to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Emmy Award-winning show, WORDGIRL. Audience members will have an opportunity to meet the creator and Executive Producer Dorothea Gillim, watch clips in various stages of production, and see a full episode. After the screening, children of all ages will be invited on stage to dance like Captain Huggy Face. Worrrrrd Up!

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Television

WordGirl Live Reading

Begins: January 22, 2009

Jeffrey Tambor, Dannah Feinglass and Chris Parnell headline a one-time-only, live onstage reading of the Emmy-winning hit animated series, WORDGIRL. Soup2Nuts animation studio (a division of Scholastic Media) and UCBTLA will spotlight WORDGIRL's cast of top comic actors and stand-up comedians. Series creators, writers and cast members will take audience questions about the show following the reading.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Television

Sunday with Moral Orel: Panel with Dino Stamatopoulos and Scott Adsit

Begins: January 18, 2009

What better place to spend a Sunday afternoon than with Dino Stamatopoulos and Scott Adsit, creators of the Adult Swim stop-motion animated comedy MORAL OREL? They'll reminisce, show clips, provide live commentary and share some of the models used on the show.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Television

Festival Events

Honolulu International Film Festival

Begins: January 17, 2009

The Honolulu International Film Festival is a crossroads of the world, bridging the gap between East and West on the pristine island of Oahu, Hawaii. Surrounded by the sparkling Pacific and spectacular scenery, the Honolulu International Film Festival recognizes outstanding achievement in filmmaking from around the world. It is our mission to showcase the finest independent cinema the world has to offer while helping to advance the careers of promising filmmakers by providing a platform through which their talents can be recognized.