Women in Film & Video New England upcoming events

Navigating the Festival Circuit - PART ONE (June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Navigating the Film Festival Circuit: Strategy & Planning

Wednesday, June 3 | 6:30–8:00 PM (Virtual)

Description:
Kick off this two-part WIFVNE series with an essential conversation designed to help filmmakers approach the festival circuit with clarity and intention. Featuring festival experts and seasoned filmmakers, this session dives into how to strategically plan your festival run—what to prioritize, what to avoid, and how to turn screenings into real momentum.

We’ll explore:

Choosing the right festivals for your film
What makes a submission stand out
Common mistakes filmmakers make
How to evaluate festival value and fit
Building momentum and leveraging screenings toward distribution opportunities

Whether you’re preparing your first submission or refining your strategy, this session offers practical, actionable insights into what actually moves the needle for your film.

Pricing (per session):

$10 WIFVNE Members

$15 WIFT-US Members (email Membership@wifvne.org for CODE)

$20 Non-Member - Public

Location: Online via Zoom (link provided upon registration)

Navigating the Festival Circuit - PART TWO (June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Navigating the Film Festival Circuit: Real Talk from Filmmakers

Wednesday, June 10 | 6:30–8:00 PM (Virtual)

Description:
Part two of WIFVNE’s festival series pulls back the curtain from the filmmaker’s perspective. You’ve built your festival strategy—now hear from filmmakers who’ve lived it. This candid, straight-talking conversation explores the realities of the festival circuit: the wins, the disappointments, and everything in between.

You’ll learn how to spot red flags, make smarter submission decisions, and focus your budget on festivals that truly support your work. From costly missteps to worthwhile opportunities, this session will help you navigate the festival landscape with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.

Pricing (per session):
$10 WIFVNE Members | $15 WIFT-US Members | $20 General Public

Location: Online via Zoom (link provided upon registration

Cast Yourself: Using Independent Filmmaking to Accelerate Your Acting Career (New Date and Time) (June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Cast Yourself: Using Independent Filmmaking
Tuesday June 16th at 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Eastern
On Zoom

The actors building real momentum right now aren't just waiting to be discovered. They're making films. Cast Yourself is a workshop for actors who are ready to do the same. In a friendly, collaborative environment, you'll discover the project idea that's right for you and leave with a real creative vision and the confidence to actually pursue it. When you make your own work, everything changes.

Ticket Prices:

WIFVNE Member: $10
WIFT-US Member: $15
Non-Member (public): $20

Your host is WIFVNE Member Corrie Legge an actor, voiceover artist, creative productivity coach and all-around multi-passionate artist dedicated to the art of storytelling. As an actor and voiceover artist, she has appeared in many independent films, national commercials, animation, video games, audiobooks, and more. As a coach, Corrie helps multi-passionate storytellers and performers overcome artistic blocks and see their creative dreams to fruition without sacrificing the holistically fulfilled life they deserve.

Learn more at her website.

WIFVNE and Brew - June (June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:30:00 GMT

WIFVNE and Brew

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 3:30–6:00 PM | Shannon View Inn, 1901 Post Rd, Warwick, RI | Free (cash bar)

Monthly Rhode Island networking event (every 3rd Wednesday) in partnership with RI Film Collaborative and RIC Film Society.

New location this month! Join WIFVNE for a casual and creative evening of conversation and connection at Shannon View Inn. Whether you're new to the scene or a seasoned pro, come unwind and connect in a welcoming, film-friendly atmosphere.

Open to all!

RSVP at wifvne.org

PLEASE NOTE WE ARE AT A NEW LOCATION GOING FORWARD.

Table Read Tuesday (June 30, 2026)

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

WIFVNE Table Read Tuesdays are back for 2026!
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:30PM

Table Read Tuesdays takes place monthly, spotlighting fresh voices in film and television and performed by WIFVNE member actors. Join us for these lively readings followed by a discussion with the writer.
Admission is $5 for the general public and free for WIFVNE members.
Reserve your spot and support emerging writers and performers in our community!

This week's Spotlight: x, Written by: x

Register here if you are a table read actor or want to enjoy listening in: https://www.wifvne.org/event-6552139

Interested in participating? WIFVNE members can submit scripts or sign up to be a reader by emailing tablereads@wifvne.org.