Today's Quick Entertainment Notes
Georgia Entertainment
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?? Since our return from Sundance, conversations about productions in Georgia have increased. Cars parked on the studios at Trilith, Eagle Rock, Tyler Perry Studios and others validate that production activity is on the move. We understand that Shadowbox has a few features with a TV series on the way and The Apple TV+ thriller Cape Fear is set to be filmed at Assembly Studios.
We are already nearing capacity for our events at SXSW. Our primary activation day is March 8 with two VIP activations. The events are presented by Cinelease Studios - Three Ring alongside supporting partners including Film Columbus GA, Moonshine Post, Reel Supplies, Trilith Institute, Fulton Films and others. The purpose? Affirm connections and meet new contacts making decisions about where their projects should be produced. Let us know if your organization would like to be a part of this effort. Announcement | RSVP | Request Partnering Info
?? Georgia’s legislative session has been active but mostly quiet on the creative industries front. We are monitoring House Bill 475 that dropped yesterday. Introduced by a strong advocate of Georgia’s film tax incentive, Representative Matt Gambill, the bill appears to be mostly administrative and aims to relieve resource drain on the relatively small Georgia Film Office - part of the Georgia Department of Economic Development. Stay tuned for more in the coming days.
Til next time, onward and upward!!
Jennifer Reynolds - Senior Projects Manager, Georgia Entertainment
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?? Congratulations to Ashley Woitena on her new role as President and CEO of VisitColumbusGA! More Info ??The launch of A-Story Entertainment was announced recently. It’s a nonprofit production company that advances independent storytelling in Georgia. More Info ?? GSU recently launched an experiential incubator for musicians. More Info ?? Steven Schumacher, president of Only in Cartersville Bartow, discusses the region’s growth. More Info
TODAY’S FEATURED EVENT: 25th Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) Opening Night ?? Post your upcoming event here.
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“I am honored to be considered for this opportunity to lead VisitColumbusGA and continue building on the organization’s success,” Woitena states, “Columbus is a vibrant and dynamic city, and I am excited about the potential to further enhance our destination’s appeal and economic impact.”
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Partner: Universal Production Services at Assembly Studios
Assembly Studios, managed by Universal Production Services, is a newly constructed 19 sound stage film & television studio lot conveniently located inside the Atlanta perimeter.? This state-of-the-art production facility features versatile interior and exterior locations, a robust set of production services, offices, support spaces and an on-lot commissary.
Transporting set pieces, equipment, and crew is crucial to every production. The experienced Universal Production Services staff at Assembly Studios stocks a well-maintained fleet of tractors, trucks, vans, and trailers to keep your production moving.
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