Films That Move at Gibney Dance Center is the inagural program of Dance Films Association’s series Films That Move launched in May, 2012.
Starting May 21, you can find these films at Gibney Dance Center, on the 5th floor, as an installation.
Calendar of Events
May 23, 2012
Guess Who’s In The Greenroom?
Christy Park, Executive Director of Dance Films Association,
will be available from 11-2 on May 23 to answer questions you may have about producing your dance as a film.
Join her at Gibney Dance Center, Guess Who’s In The Greenroom?
RSVP to allie@gibneydance.org to reserve your individual slot!
May 30, 2012
Camera Operation and Shooting Strategies
Dance New Amsterdam Studio 6
RSVP to brighid@dancefilms.org with Dance Film Lab in the subject line to reserve your place.
Topics will include: basic understanding of camera operation, shooting strategies, and concrete concepts and methods to enable artists to have more formalized approach to their filming process. Class will also touch on capturing audio during the film shoot. Taught by Jeremiah Story.
June 27, 2012
“Remix my film”- A Session with a Professional Editor
Dance New Amsterdam Studio 6
RSVP to brighid@dancefilms.org with Dance Film Lab in the subject line to reserve your place.
An opportunity to observe a professional edit a dance film in real time, sharing his process and talking attendees step-by-step through every editing decision, from selecting takes, sequencing shots, to creating a dynamic visual rhythm and a cohesive arc. During this editing session, attendees will become familiar with basic film grammar, see tactics to tell a story/convey an idea visually, and see editing concepts implemented in real-time.
July 12, 2012
Legal Issues in Film
When:
Thursday, July 12, 2012, 4 – 6:30pm
Where:
VLA, 1 East 53rd Street, NY, NY 10022 (Auditorium)
*2.5 CLE credits: 1 Professional Practice, 1 Skills and .5 Ethics (Approved for Non-Transitional and Transitional Attorneys)
This class will provide an overview of the legal issues and common business arrangements used in film and television projects. In addition, option agreements for the acquisition of literary properties, distribution agreements, and a comprehensive release for reality based television programs will be discussed. We will also take a look at legal issues surrounding recent films such as Borat. Reading materials for the class will be emailed one week prior to the class.
Fees: (there is a late registration fee of $10 if you register the day of the class)
$20 Full Time Student (must present proof of full-time status with registration)
$25 Arts Professional VLA Member
$35 Arts Professional non-member
$130 VLA Legal Professional VLA Member
$200 Legal Professional non-member
To register, please complete and fax this registration form.
All registration fees are non-refundable. Please note you are not registered until full payment is received. For more information, please call Joni Todd at 212.319.2787 x10, or e-mail her at jtodd@vlany.org.
To apply for a full or partial CLE scholarship, please view our Financial Aid Policy Guidelines here
Sponsored by Dance Films Association
July 25, 2012
Moderated Screening of Works in Progress
Dance New Amsterdam Theater
RSVP to brighid@dancefilms.org with Dance Film Lab in the subject line to reserve your place.
We’d love to screen your work at the next lab.
Visit our Dance Film Lab page to submit.
Dance filmmakers are encouraged to present raw footage, drafts, works-in-progress and newly finished films to their peers for artist-centered, constructive feedback. Screening opportunities are open to members of DFA and DNA and are accepted on a first come, first served basis.
August 29, 2012
Moderated Screening of Works in Progress
Dance New Amsterdam Studio 5
RSVP to brighid@dancefilms.org with Dance Film Lab in the subject line to reserve your place.
We’d love to screen your work at the next lab.
Visit our Dance Film Lab page to submit.
Dance filmmakers are encouraged to present raw footage, drafts, works-in-progress and newly finished films to their peers for artist-centered, constructive feedback. Screening opportunities are open to members of DFA and DNA and are accepted on a first come, first served basis.
September 26, 2012
Two Case Studies- Gabrielle Lansner and Greg Vander Veer
Dance New Amsterdam Studio 6
RSVP to brighid@dancefilms.org with Dance Film Lab in the subject line to reserve your place.
A panel discussion looking at two distinct case studies featuring Gabrielle Lansner and Greg Vander Veer, focusing on creating projects from beginning to end. Two expert panelists give a step-by-step overview of their respective processes from conception to creation to distribution. Topics will include: conception, strategizing, fundraising, will touch on both “non-commercial” and “for hire” models, Kickstarter, marketing and distribution.
October 18, 2012
Legal Issues in Film
When:
Thursday, October 18, 2012, 4 – 6:30pm
Where:
VLA, 1 East 53rd Street, NY, NY 10022 (Auditorium)
*2.5 CLE credits: 1 Professional Practice, 1 Skills and .5 Ethics (Approved for Non-Transitional and Transitional Attorneys)
This class will provide an overview of the legal issues and common business arrangements used in film and television projects. In addition, option agreements for the acquisition of literary properties, distribution agreements, and a comprehensive release for reality based television programs will be discussed. We will also take a look at legal issues surrounding recent films such as Borat. Reading materials for the class will be emailed one week prior to the class.
Fees: (there is a late registration fee of $10 if you register the day of the class)
$20 Full Time Student (must present proof of full-time status with registration)
$25 Arts Professional VLA Member
$35 Arts Professional non-member
$130 VLA Legal Professional VLA Member
$200 Legal Professional non-member
To register, please complete and fax this registration form.
All registration fees are non-refundable. Please note you are not registered until full payment is received. For more information, please call Joni Todd at 212.319.2787 x10, or e-mail her at jtodd@vlany.org.
To apply for a full or partial CLE scholarship, please view our Financial Aid Policy Guidelines here
Sponsored by Dance Films Association
October 24, 2012
Moderated Screening of Works in Progress
Dance New Amsterdam Studio 5
RSVP to brighid@dancefilms.org with Dance Film Lab in the subject line to reserve your place.
We’d love to screen your work at the next lab.
Visit our Dance Film Lab page to submit.
Dance filmmakers are encouraged to present raw footage, drafts, works-in-progress and newly finished films to their peers for artist-centered, constructive feedback. Screening opportunities are open to members of DFA and DNA and are accepted on a first come, first served basis.
