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UPCOMING SHOWS
We are sad to say, Late Nite has come to an end, but excited to announce… WE STILL HAVE ONE MORE HOUR WORTH OF COMEDY IN US! Come out for an unforgettable night to share in the joy and celebration we’ve created and experienced over the past 14 months on Friday, December 29th at 10:30pm at Dad’s Garage. Stand up comedy by Holly Ballantine, special guest appearance by Phong Le, and some special surprises!
It is a fun-filled 90-minute variety show highlighting some of the best creatives from Atlanta and around the world. It’s gonna be a great time to celebrate community, collaboration, and of course comedy!
Thanks for sharing all the laughs!
TRAILERS & VIDEO SHORTSHow to Ruin the Holidays (Dad’s Garage)
Standup Comedy Dedrick Flynn
Farmer Ed on Omeleto
SPOTLIGHT - YOUTUBETis the Season 2 - ATL Live! Holiday Show!
This holiday spectacular is chock full of stand up, improv & sketch comedy, PLUS live music and more to kick off our 2024 lineup. You're not gonna want to miss this one! It's time for your dose of holiday hilarity!
5 Tips to Improve Your Camera and Staging for Storyboards
The Anatomy of a Screenplay
SPOTLIGHT - PODCASTS | ALL THE LAUGHS LIVE! is the podcast for our monthly live comedy performances held in Atlanta, GA. Our show will highlight al the All the Laughs Festival nominees throughout the years as well as be the home for our live simulcast shows. Thanks for sharing All the Laughs! |
 | Sober boyz is a podcast hosted by Taylor Neely and Drew Quillian, two sober boyz exploring recovery and the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. XOXO |
LOOKING FOR GUESTS
 | The Brand Messaging Podcast Wait What Really Ok is Part Radio Show Part Podcast, Part Strategy and Part Comic Relief.LOOKING FOR—> Brand Messaging and Sponsor Info podcast guests. |
 | Comedian Myq Kaplan is The Faucet. Except instead of water like from a literal faucet, what comes out are words, thoughts, ideas, jokes, rhymes, philosophies, fun, and more.LOOKING FOR—> Folks who enjoy fun, thoughts, words, ideas, jokes, comedy, music. Give it a shot! |
* NEW SHOW * LOOKING FOR GUESTS
 | Creator/Shift is a soon-to-be-released show focuses on collaborations between different types of creatives, with Erika Christie. Learn how to best work with filmmakers, writers, artists, musicians, dancers, etc., all while learning new skills, tech, and vocabulary to help you level up on your next project.LOOKING FOR—> Creatives working on collaborations… and those who want to but don’t know where to start. |
PERFORMERS WANTED | ATL LIVE is a 90-minute variety show featuring the best independent comedic creatives from ATL and around the world. Line-up includes live sketch, stand-up, short and long form improv, a musical guest, digital sketches, and lots more. We film the 3rd Sunday of every month. Contact us today and become part of the show. Returning acts are welcome!! |
RESOURCESSUBMISSIONS, CONTESTS, & GRANTS
UNTOLD STORIES: An Inclusive Film Program in Collaboration with Tribeca
Untold Stories is a multi-year, multi-tier alliance between AT&T and Tribeca Festival that awards $1 million dollars, mentorship, and comprehensive support to systemically underrepresented filmmakers to produce their films. The winning film will be guaranteed a premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Festival, subject to timely delivery of the film, and dedicated distribution support. The additional 4 teams will receive a $15,000 grant for development support. CLICK HERE
The To Be Commissioned Initiative
The Black List and Tubi have partnered to discover five feature scripts for Tubi to purchase and develop, with the intent of greenlighting each script for production and distribution. CLICK HERE
CONNECTING Military Communities Through the Arts
The Creative Forces Community Engagement Grant program aims to improve the health, well-being, and quality of life for military service members and veterans exposed to trauma as well as their families and caregivers through experiences of art or art making. The Creative Forces Community Engagement Grants are available to nonprofit organizations and state/local/tribal government entities that have at least three-years experience in presenting/producing arts-based projects and/or programming for military communities. CLICK HERE
SCREENCRAFT Film Fund Grant Program
Receive up to $30k in grant funds! Dan Gilroy (ANDOR) returns as our Grand Juror. Open to a wide range of projects and formats. Winner's have screened at Cannes, Sundance, & SXSW. Accepting Features, TV Pilots, Shorts, Web Series, Treatments, Feature Documentaries, Short Documentaries, Series Bibles, Pitches, In Production Films, Articles, and Podcasts.
DEADLINE DEC 31- CLICK HERE
Daniel Schorr Journalism Prize
WBUR is pleased to announce this Call for Entries for the 22nd annual Daniel Schorr Journalism Prize, awarded to a rising public media journalist 35 years of age or younger. The winner is awarded $5,000 for a news story or segment — whether broadcast, podcast or published online, using any combination of audio and other media — of significance and quality. CLICK HERE
NPR’s Third Annual College Podcast Challenge
This year's College Podcast Challenge is open for entries. As with last year, NPR will award the winner a $5,000 scholarship, with $500 prizes for our 10 finalists. With our $5,000 grand-prize scholarship, more training materials and support, and the opportunity to have your voice, your story, reach our NPR audience and beyond. So whether it's your first-ever podcast assignment, a longtime passion project, or just something you want to get off your chest – you've got plenty of time to figure it out! CLICK HERE
CLASSES
SCREENWRITING: Crafting Your Short Film. Sundance Collab
Short films are a great way to showcase your voice, talent and storytelling skill. In this eight-week live online course, you will learn the fundamentals of screenwriting and develop your original story idea into a short screenplay with accomplished filmmakers as your guides. CLICK HERE
HOW TO MAKE the Best Interview Show Ever
In this two-part workshop, award-winning showrunner, producer, and consultant John Asante will teach you how to develop and pitch your podcast idea, create a structure and format, form sustainable production methods, and produce a show that will keep your listeners coming back for more. CLICK HERE
CREATIVE COURSES: Writing for Sound
Immerse yourself in the world of audio storytelling in this four-week 1-on-1 "Writing for Audio" course. Learn to craft compelling narratives that captivate listeners through voice modulation, dialogue, and soundscaping. Develop characters, explore emotions, and gain basic audio production skills, all while discovering the unique techniques that make writing for audio a powerful storytelling medium. CLICK HERE
COLLABORATIVE NARRATIVES: A Podcasting Workshop with Sarah Geis
In this workshop she’ll lead participants through an exploration of how oral history ideas can help podcast hosts sound more like themselves, as well as the methods and production processes she’s developed over the past 18 years of deep collaborative work with narrators and teams. The day will be packed with listening, discussion, and breakout activities. CLICK HERE
** Coming Soon **
JOB OPPORTUNITIESCASTING CALLSMICRO FLASH FICTIONCREATIVE SPOTLIGHTChenrui Zhang: Bridging Worlds Between Advertising and Comedy Filmmaking
Chenrui Zhang, a prominent name in the realm of creative storytelling, wears multiple hats in the dynamic advertising industry. With a portfolio that spans crafting captivating content strategies for esteemed clients like the Georgia Aquarium and Kia Motors, as well as taking on the roles of director and producer in television advertising, Chenrui's versatility shines. Yet, amidst the hustle and bustle of the advertising world, Chenrui's roots in filmmaking remain unwavering and his commitment to cinematic excellence is palpable.
Over the past seven years, Chenrui has assumed a multitude of roles within the film and television industry, contributing to a diverse array of projects across various genres. However, his steadfast belief remains constant – the crux of any endeavor, be it a narrative film, documentary, commercial advertisement, or music video, lies in the art of storytelling. Regardless of the project's nature, the ultimate goal is always the audience's engagement and resonance with the conveyed message. Black comedy has long held a special place in Chenrui's cinematic heart, with heist stories ranking among the most captivating of genres. |  |
 | Heist narratives, characterized by their inherent dramatic conflicts and portrayal of characters succumbing to the allure of wealth, offer an exceptional canvas for delving into complex character profiles and enhancing the dramatic essence of a story. "Lottery Robbery" centers around a group of three individuals facing dire straits who embark on a daring heist to change their fortunes by robbing a gas station of its lottery tickets. While their target is a convenience store notorious for its high winning odds, and initial success seems within grasp, they ultimately emerge empty-handed. Chenrui holds the audience's response in high regard when it comes to evaluating his films. He aims to provide viewers with a fully immersive entertainment experience, complete with moments of uproarious laughter while enjoying the film's comedic sequences and witty dialogues. |
Additionally, he hopes to encourage discourse around the film's non-linear narrative techniques. Purposefully disrupting the timeline of the story, Chenrui offers each viewer a unique lens through which to interpret and engage with the narrative.
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