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WELCOME TO METRO SCREEN'S WEEKLY eNews
– 22 February, 2007
FEATURE:
Next Tuesday’s MPG panel moved across the road to the Paddo Club,
see below…
Applications for Jump Start funding close Mar 5, see below…
Applications to take part in Homeage close tomorrow, see below…
Metro Screen about to announce Documentary Filmmaking Scholarship, details next
week
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TRAINING + WORKSHOPS
Television Production Intensive >>
Producing for Film + Television >>
Homeage >>
Film Scholarship in Newcastle – Deadline March 9 >>
Final Cut Pro Fundamentals >>
EQUIPMENT HIRE + FACILITIES
Equipment, Services + Spaces to Rent >>
HD Production + Editing >>
Operators >>
Casting + Chroma Key Studio >>
New Media/Tape Services >>
PROJECTS
Jump Start >>
Project Development Services >>
METRO SCREEN EVENTS
Metro Screen MySpace >>
The Funding Application – Industry Panel >>
Producing Television Shows with TVS >>
OPPORTUNITIES
FBI Show Us Your Arts! >>
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Electrofringe >>
Red Room >>
40th Annual AWGIE Awards >>
Top Gear Video Challenge >>
Randwick Youth Film Festival >>
FESTIVALS + EVENTS
The 15/15 Film Festival >>
Oz Silent Film Festival >>
Shopfront Theatre for Young People >>
sQuareOne Launch party >>
In the Realm of the Senses 07 >>
METRO SCREEN CONGRATULATES
Music Documentaries >>
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TELEVISION PRODUCTION INTENSIVE
Metro Screen and TVS present
Learn how to make your productions slicker by developing your camera operating,
sound, editing and production skills. Seriously increase your chance to
get on TVS and prime time!
Over 15 hours, cement your understanding of the formats and styles of
production screened by TVS. Go on to build your camera and sound skills,
including successful interview set ups, correct microphone use and effective
lighting. Finally, learn the principles of quality editing (which will
be relevant to both Mac and PC users).
Fri 6.15pm – 9.15pm + Sat & Sun 9.30am – 4.30pm [15 hrs]
| Apr 13 | 14 | 15
$532 | $626 non-members | 15 places
Location | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall, Cnr Oxford St + Oatley
Rd Paddington, NSW
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PRODUCING FOR FILM + TELEVISION
March 6 – May 1
A comprehensive training course in the role of the producer. Learn how
to produce a film or TV series, from recognising a good concept right
through to distribution. This VETAB accredited course is packed with a
huge amount of invaluable information. Participants will have the opportunity
to develop a concept for a TV series or film, write a synopsis and practice
pitching to the group. Film and Television finance is covered in-depth,
with an explanation of various Government funding programmes and the types
of product that Australian and International broadcasters commission and
buy. The legal responsibilities of a producer are also covered, with topics
such as copyright, options and clearances demystified. Participants receive
comprehensive course notes and valuable production templates. On completion
you will have the confidence and the know-how to set up your own production
office, build your own budgets, raise funds and start filmmaking.
TUTOR: CAROLYN JOHNSON
Following a career in merchant banking, Carolyn moved into film production
in 1993. She is an AFTRS graduate, who has produced six award winning
short films, and worked as a producer, production manager and script editor
in television documentary and drama. Along with a TV drama and documentary
in development, Carolyn currently has her first feature film in post-production.
On successful completion students receive a Statement of Attainment from
the Certificate IV in Screen.
9 x Tue 6.15pm – 9.15pm [27 hrs] | Mar 6
| 13 | 20 | 27 | Apr 3 | 10 | 17 | 24 | May 1
$450 | $530 non-members | 14 places
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HOMEAGE
Five Day Workshop in Mobile Media Creation
Metro Screen is now accepting applications for Homage, an innovative and
heavily subsidised mobile media content creation workshop. March 26 –
30.
Create content for portable devices, including mobile phones, wireless
computers and portable media players.
Applications close March 2.
COURSE OUTLINE
The workshop will cover writing, capturing, editing, recording, conforming
and compressing using the latest digital media tools and techniques in
a hands-on environment. By the end of the workshop you will have learnt
to create your own mobile phone playable movie, a website and a DVD.
THEME
Think of one person you admire, adore, hold in high regard, or just think
is pretty damn cool. Be they a figure of myth, mirth or history, your
best friend or ex-lover, or maybe just someone you met in the street,
saw on a train or went to school with. Whether they’re a rock star,
a politician or your mum, this is your chance to document their influence.
Mon – Fri 9.30am – 5.30pm [30hrs] |
Mar 26 – 30
Valued at $1200 Metro Screen is offering this course for just $175 with
assistance from the NSW Film and Television Office | 15 places | At Metro
Screen
Application details are available by contacting David Opitz Projects Manager
on 02 9361 5318 or d.opitz@metroscreen.org.au
or log onto http://www.metroscreen.org.au/digiContent.html
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FILM SCHOLARSHIP IN NEWCASTLE
Deadline for Applications March 9
Metro Screen is running a Film Scholarship program in the Newcastle area
between March and June 2007.
Each student will produce a 7-25 minute film about their lives, and will
be involved in all areas from scriptwriting to shooting, editing, sound
design and grading.
Be taught by industry professionals and start your career in film and
video. This course is fully funded by DET (The Department of Education
& Training), with students only paying an enrolment fee of $275 for
this 13 week course, valued at over $4000.
START YOUR FILM CAREER NOW WITH THE METRO SCREEN FILMMAKING SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM
For further information & an application package, please contact Melissa
Anastasi, Metro Screen’s Mobile Unit Coordinator on:
02 9361 5318 or via email mobileunit@metroscreen.org.au
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FINAL CUT PRO FUNDAMENTALS
Apple Authorised Training Centre
Metro Screen is pleased to announce our partnership with Apple Australia
and new status as an Apple Authorised Training Centre. This means that
students enrolling in our Final Cut Pro 5 editing courses may now receive
both Apple and VETAB accreditation – a tremendously valuable qualification.
Taught by an Apple Certified trainer and following Apple’s ‘Pro’
training syllabus, this course is designed for beginners looking to edit
professional quality video using Final Cut Pro 5. It introduces participants
to the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Pro in an
interactive teaching environment. Learn to perform basic editing functions
while familiarising yourself with the user interface. Topics include basic
setup, adjusting and customising preferences and settings, capturing video
and audio, various editing and trimming techniques audio editing finishing
and final output. The course also introduces the more advanced functions
such as filters and motion tools.
Special Feature | Fees include an Apple FCP 5 course manual valued at
$69.95.
7 x Wed 6.15pm – 9.15pm [21 hrs] | Mar 7 |
14 | 21 | 28 | Apr 4 | 11 | 18
$590 / $695 non-members | 11 places
VETAB accredited short course. On successful completion students receive
a Statement of Attainment from the Certificate IV in Screen.
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EQUIPMENT
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EQUIPMENT, SERVICES + SPACES TO RENT
Overview
Based centrally in Sydney Metro Screen offers hi definition digital video
production equipment and post production facilities, a chroma key studio,
experienced crew, extensive duplication and printing services and we can
even produce your media for you.
Our professional, reliable and friendly staff can provide creative and
cost effective services to meet your needs and budget.
Call us for a quote 02 9361 5318 or come
in to Paddington for a chat today.
Check the web for a full list of equipment, services and spaces to rent
or download our current rate card here http://www.metroscreen.org.au/pdf/rate_card.pdf
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HD PRODUCTION + EDITING
Sony and Mac
Metro Screen clients can produce HDV projects utilising our 24 hour access
edit suite. Clients can now shoot using the HVR Z1P and edit on Metro
Screens new Quad 2.5Ghz PowerPC G5, digitising from a Sony HVR-M10U HDV.
This fully self contained 24 hour edit suite can accommodate HDV and down
convert for SD output or output back to HDV.
This edit suite comes fully self contained; equipped with bathroom facilities,
small kitchen and lounge area, clients can hire on an hourly, half daily,
daily and 24hour rate.
Metro Screen’s comprehensive editing facilities also include three
Final Cut Pro 5 edit suites running Studio 5 and the Edit Café
opened 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, where clients can edit at an affordable
rate on G5 iMac’s using Studio 5.
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OPERATORS
Crew on Call
Metro Screen also offers operators for editing, camera, lighting and sound.
These professional and knowledgeable editing operators can transform your
project for just $55 an hour or $65 for an online editor, grade and colourist.
So if you’re unsure how to use the software or you just want someone
to give professional advice for the first hour of your edit, Metro Screen
can assist.
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CASTING + CHROMA KEY STUDIO
Professional and Accessible
Cast, rehearse or shoot your next feature or TVC in our centrally located
studios. Camera and operator packages are available and all hires include
our spacious reception, kitchen and green room.
STUDIO A. Sound stage dimensions: 8.5 x 10mw
x 4mh, chroma key green cyclorama, three phaze power [30A], black curtains,
air conditioning, 6 x 4K soft lights on lighting grid, risers, sandbags,
c-stands, flats, green room, kitchen, and make-up facilities. Blondie
lights, cameras and operators are also available.
CASTING STUDIO B. Large casting space plus
a large reception/waiting area, 3CCD camera recording to SVHS, VHS and
Mini DV, camera and lighting equipment, monitoring and playback facilities
and a selection of background flats. Camera and lighting operator are
also available.
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NEW MEDIA/TAPE SERVICES
Transfer and Duplication
New
media services offered by Metro Screen include:
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Digitising to external hard disc
• Digital file transfer to tape
• DVD authoring
• Video file compression
• Stills capture from video
Metro
Screen also provides an extensive range of professional tape formats for
all your shooting, mastering and duplication needs.
Formats we offer include: SP Betacam, DVC Pro, HDV, DV, DAT, DVD/CD, VHS.
We also provide tape to tape transfers plus a range of DVD duplication
and printing options.
Metro Screen offers convenient, tailored production and postproduction
solutions for the emerging filmmaker and industry professional.
Contact our friendly facilities staff for a prompt quote on
02 9361 5318 or facilities@metroscreen.org.au
Check the web for a full list of equipment, services and spaces to rent
or download our current rate card here http://www.metroscreen.org.au/pdf/rate_card.pdf
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JUMP START
Metro Screen Funding Opportunity
Offering $40,000 in subsidy to film and screen
productions in NSW.
Applications for the first of four rounds in 2007 is March 5.
Jump Start can provide you with subsidised access to reliable, sort after
equipment, current technical facilities and production support.
Previous successful Jump Start applicants have included:
Peter Humble’s MIZU was selected for screening at the Liquid Lens
Festival in Brisbane at the Dendy Cinemas Brisbane.
Khoa Do’s critically acclaimed The Finished People nominated for
two AFI awards.
Stuart Vauvert’s Hitch Cock screened in over fifteen international
festivals.
APPLYING
Applicants must download documents from the Metro Screen website http://www.metroscreen.com.au/jumpstart.html
and must be current Metro Screen members $55 or $35 concession for 12
mths.
For more information please contact Metro Screen’s Project Manager
David Opitz d.opitz@metroscreen.org.au
or check out the Metro Screen website.
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PROJECT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Script Editor/Producer Consultant
Meet with a Professional about your Project
Feedback is always productive especially when it comes from those who
are working successfully in the film and screen industries.
Metro Screen’s Project Development Services offer you the opportunity
to have your scripts and treatments assessed by industry professionals.
Choose between a script editor and producer for a one hour or longer face-to-face
meeting about your next project.
This is an excellent opportunity for filmmakers and screen practitioners
to be given sound advice on what does and doesn’t work. Gain tips,
insider knowledge and give your next project the best chance of achieving
success whether it’s a short documentary or a feature film.
For costs and eligibility contact us on 02 9361
5318 or metro@metroscreen.org.au
or http://www.metroscreen.org.au/projDevServ.html
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METRO SCREEN MYSPACE
Become Our Friend
Metro Screen now has a myspace site, to check us out and become our friend
go to
http://www.myspace.com/metroscreen
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THE FUNDING APPLICATION – INDUSTRY PANEL
What Will Make Your Application Successful
An Industry Panel presented by Metro Screen’s Members Production
Group [MPG]. Tuesday March 6 at 6.30pm.
For many filmmakers the thought of facing a funding application can seem
overwhelming and for those who have been unsuccessful the question they
are left with is WHY?
This Panel will shed some light on that question and break down the funding
application into easily managed parts.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED WILL INCLUDE:
• the do’s and don’ts
• common mistakes
• the budget?
• what makes a strong director’s statement?
• should the producer’s statement comment on the script
or just the logistics of the film?
• how many references are too many?
• should you have cast a crew contracts signed?
• what support documents will assist with your application?
• does having private funding assist?
• what can make your application stand out from the crowd?
SPEAKERS
Valerie Allerton | NSW Film and Television Office
Valerie has been at the NSW Film and Television Office for 3 years. She
started in the Script Development and Production Investment department
before taking the role of the Coordinator of the Young Filmmakers Fund
of Digital Visual FX Placement Scheme, which she had been working in for
the past year.
Mark Lazarus | Australian Film Commission
Mark is currently a Project Manager for the AFC. Mark has produced Australian
Rules and Ravenswood (currently in post-production), he was Head of Development
and Acquisitions at Ocean Pictures, where he brought a range of projects
to the company, including Rabbit-Proof Fence. Mark worked as the Creative
Affairs Executive at Fox Icon Productions, where he developed amongst
others The Rage in Placid Lake.
Kath Shelper | Film and TV Producer
Kath has produced the successful half-hour films Plains Empty and Green
Bush in association with the AFC and SBS Independent, with additional
funding for Plains Empty from the NSW FTO and South Australian Film Corporation.
Kath was supervising producer on the SBSi/AFC series Dreaming in Motion,
and is currently putting the finishing touches on a new series of 13 x
5 minute dramas for AFC/SBS called Bit of Black Business
WHEN Tues March 6th, 6.30pm – 8pm
WHERE Paddo Club, Oxford St Paddington, opposite
the Paddington Town Hall, Regency room, top floor
COST Free for Metro Screen members [You
must show your Membership Card at the door] / $10 non-members
Bookings Essential: Contact metro@metroscreen.org.au
or 9361 5318 to secure your place or to request
a booking form. Members please quote your membership number.
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PRODUCING TELEVISION SHOWS WITH TVS
Metro Screen and TVS present
Attention all aspiring TV Producers and Directors! This informative seminar
and hands on course could be your passport to producing for TVS.
Have you ever wondered what TVS is all about? Do you want to produce a
show and see it broadcast on Sydney’s newest free-to-air channel?
SEMINAR OUTLINE About TVS, examples of programming,
how to become involved, program development and associated rules and guidelines,
product placement and advertising, content and formats excepted by TVS,
camera and sound – what your crew needs to know and what producers
sometimes overlook – troubleshooting. Attending this seminar will
vastly increase the chances of your show being broadcast on TVS and will
strengthen your understanding of all TVS requirements.
PRESENTERS Henri de Gorter, TVS Program Manager
and Ian Sneddon, TVS Operations Manager.
TWO SEMINAR DATES
1) Tue 6.15pm – 9.15pm [3hrs]
| March 6th | $37.50 | $43 non-members | 35 places
Location | University of Western Sydney, Werrington Campus, NSW
2) Tue 6.15pm – 9.15pm [3hrs]
| Mar 13th | $37.50 | $43 non-members | 35 places |
Location | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall, Cnr Oxford St + Oatley
Rd Paddington, NSW
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OPPORTUNITIES
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FBI SHOW US YOUR ARTS!
1st Friday of Every Month 3pm – 6pm
FBi is dedicated to supporting Sydney’s emerging music, arts &
culture communities so that our young listeners can share in the up &
coming excitement of our growing community. Why not push the boundaries
of expression by finding new & exciting ways to share art with Sydney’s
radio listeners?
So that FBi’s listeners can get the complete low-down on Sydney’s
art & culture, FBi present the first ever FBi Art & Culture Open
Day! “Show Us Your Arts!” is an open door for local artists
to access FBi & discuss their work with the Arts & Culture Executive
Producer. Artists will have the opportunity to propose how FBi could cover
their project or event, as well as receive feedback and advice on the
potential paths their work could take within FBi’s network.
Local visual artists, writers, directors, buskers, actors, bloggers, filmmakers,
dancers, graff artists, multimedia & audio-visual artists, graphic,
web, fashion, textile, sound, theatre, industrial & interior designers
and anyone who calls whatever it is they do “art”.
Each artist will have around 10mins to chat to the Arts & Culture
Executive Producer who will share how FBi could help to get their work
out there.
For more information please contact Anique Vered on
anique@fbiradio.com or 02 8332 2900
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ELECTROFRINGE
Call Out
Electrofringe 2007 is now calling for proposals for this year's festival
from artists, media makers, curators, researchers, writers, producers,
enthusiasts …anyone really. Also we are calling for submissions
of both online works and screen works for inclusion in this year's festival.
Electrofringe is a 5-day festival of electronic arts and culture featuring
national and international artists and occurring as part of the 'This
Is Not Art' festival in Newcastle, NSW. The festival is dedicated to unearthing
emergent forms, presenting innovative work and encouraging participants
to explore technology collaboratively through skills development and exchange.
Deadline for Proposals is Saturday March 31, and the deadline for Online
& Screen Works is Thursday May 31.
For further information please visit http://www.electrofringe.net
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THE RED ROOM
Deadline Mar 24th
2007 Sydney Writers' Festival Thursday 31st May – Monday 4th June
Deadline for Submission March 24th
"Occasional Poetry" is an installation of poems, headless dummies
and materials that will investigate poetry's relationship with costume,
fashion, slogans & the muse.
Each poem will be written for an occasion, as chosen by each of the 4
participating poets.
All aspects of this project will be documented on our blog, such as criticisms
and discussions of our project muse, Gwen Harwood. The final 4 poems will
be woven onto material linked to the people, place and histories evoked
by each poems occasion.
The Red Room Company
Occasional Poetry
Po Box 1389, Darlinghurst NSW 1300
or email johanna@redroomorganisation.org
All selected poets are paid.
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40TH ANNUAL AWGIE AWARDS
Are Open for Entries
The AWGIE Awards, the Australian Writers' Guild's (AWG) annual awards
for excellence in screen, television, stage and radio writing are now
open for entries.
This year’s AWGIE Awards, to be held in Sydney on August 31, 2007
are an important milestone in the history of Australian performance writing
and a range of ground breaking industry scholarships, fellowships, and
special prizes will be presented across theatre, film and television.
Also in 2007 the AWG’s recognition of emerging talent will increase.
The Monte Miller Award, presented for an unproduced script by an Associate
Member, will be divided into two categories. The Short Form Monte Miller
will be awarded for scripts of thirty minutes and less and the Long Form
Award will be for scripts over thirty minutes.
Entry to the 40th Annual AWGIE Awards is open to financial members of
the AWG and scripts must have been produced in between 1 January and 31
December 2006. Entry forms and details are available to download from
www.awg.com.au or email admin@awg.com.au
or call 1300 552 228.
Entries close 5.00pm, Friday 16 March
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TOP GEAR VIDEO CHALLENGE
Deadline 11:59pm on Sunday 11th March
Top Gear is calling for entries from all filmmakers and car enthusiasts.
If you fancy yourself as a bit of a Jeremy Clarkson, charge up your video
cameras and tell us why you think your wheels deserve to be in the spotlight.
The best car review will win a return business class trip to London, 5
nights accommodation, a trip to the BBC studios to see where Top Gear
is made, an LG portable DVD player and a Navman N40i GPS system.
Not a master film maker? That's OK, the worst (or most interesting) video
will win an LG 106cm Widescreen Plasma TV as well as an LG portable DVD
player.
Visit the Top Gear website for full details please visit www.sbs.com.au/topgear
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RANDWICK YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL
Entry Deadline 9 March
Now in its fourth year, the Youth Film Festival is run by Randwick City
Council as part of Youth Week. This year there will be two new categories,
Storyboard and Screenplay, as well as Short Film.
Entry Form, Terms & Conditions please visit www.randwick.nsw.gov.au
Or you can collect one at Randwick Council 30 Frances St, Randwick or
from any branch of Randwick Library Services.
Winners will be judged by a panel of professional film practitioners.
All enquiries contact Avril Jeans 02 9699 0823
or Avril.Jeans@randwick.nsw.gov.au
For film/screenplay/storyboard advice contact Rommel Avanzado Lenon
02 9571 4601 or 0410
552 697 or email: rommellenon@yahoo.com.au
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THE 15/15 FILM FESTIVAL
Workshop March 5
This workshop will be chaired by Amadeo Marquez-Perez, Managing Director
of 15/15 and will cover essential information about pre-production, production
and post-production.
Films from 2005-2006 will also be screened and a detailed discussion about
how to make a fantastic short film in 15 hours.
We have launched our new website with films to watch and an online database
to promote your film. Our screening venue is confirmed, Chauvel Cinema
for the 31st of May and Filming Day scheduled for Saturday the 10th of
March. We are looking for filmmakers in Sydney to take up the challenge
to make a short film that is up to 15 minutes in length in 15 hours.
We have numerous filmmakers registered and are looking forward a providing
a film workshop to assist local filmmakers.
All welcome and for more information go to www.filmfestival15.com
FULL DETAILS
EVENT: Workshop 15/15
DATE: Monday the 5th of March
TIME: 5:45pm – 7:15pm
VENUE: Metro Screen, Oxford Street
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OZ SILENT FILM FESTIVAL
Mar 30 – Apr 1
Buster Keaton, Chaplin, Hitchcock and many others are joining several
thousand of us in a glamorous Festival! We are organising the inaugural
Australia’s Silent Film Festival with the support of the NSW Deaf
Society it will take place in Sydney over three days in late March this
year. The venue is the sublime Hayden Orpheum in Cremorne and one session
at the NSW Art Gallery on April 1.
The festival will feature recognized and rare masterpieces, lovingly restored,
from Australia and around the world. These outstanding films are presented
as they were originally intended to be shown with musical soundtrack accompaniment,
often live.
Please visit our website! www.ozsilentfilfestival.com.au
or call the Hayden Orpheum on 9908 4344
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SHOPFRONT THEATRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Sat 24th Feb 5pm – 8:30pm
Including the residential programme Arts Lab and Zen Zen Zo's first Sydney
master class as part of a series in industry professional workshops and
a comprehensive weekly workshop programme.
Shopfront's cutting edge performance and production season includes
Shadows and Ice – an outdoor frozen world exploring the fall
out and implications of the riots in Cronulla and Brighton in late 2005
and what separates and what brings us together under the artistic direction
of TJ Eckleberg and Shopfront's impressive industry affiliates.
For full 2007 Shopfront programme http://www.shopfront.org.au/
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SQUAREONE LAUNCH PARTY
7th March at 6.30pm
sQuareOne invites arts lovers to the public launch of our inaugural program
for 2007. On Wednesday, 7th March at 6.30pm, we are hosting a home-style
'bring a plate' party to celebrate our new community of art and media
makers in Sydney. It will take place at Lan Franchis, 144 Cleveland Street,
Chippendale.
sQuareOne is a media arts and community incubator for young people (up
to 30), a space in Sydney dedicated to morphing ideas and making them
a sustainable reality. It is a hub, an exhibition space and a creative
lab. Throughout the year, sQuareOne will manage innovative programs that
explore working as a freelance artist in the diverse communities in Sydney,
new ways of storytelling using technology, and host a forum to explore
ways to work, inspire and create. It is a place to learn new skills, share
existing skills, meet, talk, network, create and inspire. We will provide
young artists and producers with affordable facilities that they want,
within the community that they need.
At the sQuareOne launch you will bring your vibrant flavours and be entertained
with a night of food, drink, music, performances, and intangible acts
of brilliance.
For further information please visit www.s1.org.au
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IN THE REALM OF THE SENSES 07
Back at the Farm under a Full Moon
ISaturday March 3rd, Victoria. Gates open from 3pm. Film start at 8pm
sharp. Entry $15 entry.
‘The Saviour’, Oscar Nominee for Best Live Action Short, has
been selected as one of 14 short films who will battle it out for over
$35,000 in prizes as part of ‘In the Realm of the Senses 07’,
outdoor short film festival to be held at the Collingwood Children’s
Farm on Saturday March 3rd.
With DJ’s Benzai Zok, The Mafia Horse Connection and a feast of
mouth watering food alongside live roving performers entertaining all
afternoon until the films at dusk.
Get there early to secure a space. BYO comfort couch, dress to keep warm!
Full festival details at: http://www.realmofsenses.com/
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MUSIC DOCUMENTARIES
Staff’s work
Metro Screen congratulates David Opitz Metro Screen’s Project Manager
for his camera work on ‘The Pure Drop’ project. This online
project saw 11 mini doc’s shot for viewing online at www.thepuredrop.com.au
and on air on ABC2. Travelling half way around the world these documentaries
chronicle unique music clips, interviews, lyrics, video, mp3s, musical
notation, stories and maps.
Our pick for what to watch first is story number seven ‘Extreme
Singing’.
Congratulations to all those involved in this innovative and extremely
watchable project.
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Metro Screen vouchers to the value of your choice are also available as
gift ideas and are redeemable on all courses, equipment hire, membership
and events. http://www.metroscreen.org.au/pdf/Brochure2007.pdf
Items for the eNews must be received by Friday. The Metro Screen eNews
receives more items than it can publish and no guarantees for inclusion
are made, items are also subject to editing. Please be sure to submit
no more than 200 words including the preferred title of your item and
contact details to enews@metroscreen.org.au
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Metro Screen membership affords many benefits including discounted courses,
equipment hire, entry into our competitions, subsidy funds, and access
to our monthly film events, screenings and mentorship programs, not to
mention the networking and career development opportunities go to http://www.metroscreen.org.au
for all the information.
Metro Screen now sells Inside Film magazines at reception. Just
come into Metro Screen and pick up your latest copy of this film industry
magazine. Inside Film is a proud sponsor of Metro Screen.
If you know of anyone who may be interested in receiving this e-news please
feel free to forward it on.
Metro Screen also provides a notice board located in our foyer, if you
would like to use this notice board please forward your notices to metro@metroscreen.org.au
and ask for them to be displayed..
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METRO SCREEN
Paddington Town Hall, Cnr Oatley Rd + Oxford St, Paddington
MAIL PO Box 299 Paddington NSW 2021 | TEL
02 9361 5318 | FAX 02 9361 5320
TELL YOUR STORY
Training, Equipment Hire + Production Support for Filmmakers |
http://www.metroscreen.org.au
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