Humanitas Prize

LMU School of Film and Television Presents "What's Next?" at Sundance Film Festival

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Monday, January 23, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Loyola Marymount University School of Film and Television will bring together entertainment industry veterans for the engaging Sundance Film Festival panel "What's Next?"

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Loyola Marymount University School of Film and Television will bring together entertainment industry veterans for the engaging Sundance Film Festival panel "What's Next?"
  • LMU SFTV is an official partner of the 2023 Sundance Film Festival.
  • Rosanne Korenberg, a film producer and LMU SFTV clinical assistant professor of film and television, will moderate.
  • Her most recent film, "It's Only Life After All," premiering at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, is an intimate conversation with the iconic folk-rock band Indigo Girls.

"Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit" Returns to The Children's Museum to Delight a New Generation of Fans!

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Saturday, February 19, 2022

This exhibit, produced by The Children's Museum and Disney Junior , made its first Indianapolis appearance in 2016.

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  • This exhibit, produced by The Children's Museum and Disney Junior , made its first Indianapolis appearance in 2016.
  • It has been wildly popular with the preschool set as it has toured museums across the United States for more than five years.
  • The highly interactive English and Spanish bilingual experience transports kids and families from Doc's backyard clinic to the McStuffins Toy Hospital.
  • The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is proud to partner with Riley Children's at Indiana University Health, Old National Bank and Ice Miller LLP.

Let's Roll! Disney Junior Greenlights 'Firebuds,' From Creator and Executive Producer Craig Gerber, About a Team of Young First Responders and Their Talking Vehicles, Set to Premiere In 2022

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

Disney Junior has ordered the new animated comedy-adventure "Firebuds," from Emmy Award-winning creator and executive producer Craig Gerber (Disney's "Elena of Avalor" and "Sofia the First").

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  • Disney Junior has ordered the new animated comedy-adventure "Firebuds," from Emmy Award-winning creator and executive producer Craig Gerber (Disney's "Elena of Avalor" and "Sofia the First").
  • This is Gerber's first series to debut under his Disney Branded Television overall development deal with his new production banner, Electric Emu.
  • Created by Wimberly, the series follows a time-traveling treasure hunter and will be executive-produced by both Wimberly and Gerber.
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    Disney Junior has ordered the new animated comedy-adventure "Firebuds," from Emmy Award-winning creator and executive producer Craig Gerber (Disney's "Elena of Avalor" and "Sofia the First").

Historic Plaza Theatre in Downtown Palm Springs Receives Significant Donation in Support of Preservation and the Arts

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Monday, October 25, 2021

PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Oct. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Former Palm Springs City Council member and current Planning Commission vice-chair J.R. Roberts held a news conference today to announce a significant development regarding the restoration project of the historic Plaza Theatre in Downtown Palm Springs.

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  • PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Oct. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Former Palm Springs City Council member and current Planning Commission vice-chair J.R. Roberts held a news conference today to announce a significant development regarding the restoration project of the historic Plaza Theatre in Downtown Palm Springs.
  • Built in 1936, the building has been the location for film premieres, national radio broadcasts, the Palm Springs International Film Festival, and the Fabulous Palm Springs Follies.
  • In 2019 the City of Palm Springs, led by Roberts, launched a campaign to restore the grand dame Plaza Theatre to its former glory.
  • The long-running show brought renewed international exposure to the theatre and in many ways helped revitalize downtown Palm Springs.

HUMANITAS Names Michelle Franke As New Executive Director

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Monday, October 4, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --HUMANITAS announced today the selection of Michelle Franke as their new Executive Director, effective October 25, 2021.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --HUMANITAS announced today the selection of Michelle Franke as their new Executive Director, effective October 25, 2021.
  • Franke comes to HUMANITAS from her role as the Executive Director of PEN America Los Angeles, an organization she has led since 2015.
  • For over a decade, Franke has supported writers by developing distinguished arts and education programs, producing over 200 public events, and fostering partnerships with institutions across Southern California.
  • "HUMANITAS is an organization dedicated to honoring writers and the stories they tell," said current HUMANITAS President Jenny Bicks.

BET Launches BET Studios

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

BET, a unit of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC; VIACA), today launched BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators.

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  • BET, a unit of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC; VIACA), today launched BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators.
  • Propelled by the infrastructure and financing of BET and ViacomCBS, BET Studios will create premium television series and films for an array of internal buyers, including Paramount+, SHOWTIME, CBS, Nickelodeon, BET+ and BET, in addition to select third-party platforms that seek best-in-class content from both leading and rising Black creatives.
  • As a new venture, BET Studios offers an opportunity to expand the brands legacy of delivering Black stories, said Thomas.
  • BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of business extensions including BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks - BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BETs growing festival business; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

Backstage Announces Acquisitions of FilmFreeway, Coverfly, and Voice123

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

The acquisitions were supported by continued strategic investment from TA Associates, a leading global growth private equity firm.

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  • The acquisitions were supported by continued strategic investment from TA Associates, a leading global growth private equity firm.
  • Coverfly delivers some of the entertainment industry's leading software, data-aggregation, and talent-discovery services for writers, offering Backstage customers direct access to writers for their projects.
  • Voice123 is the leading voice-over talent marketplace, which will allow users to search, sample, and hire voice talent from all over the world.
  • Backstage has completed five acquisitions in 2021, including FilmFreeway, Coverfly, and Voice123.

'HANDMAID'S TALE,' 'VEEP,' 'JOJO RABBIT' And 'BEAUTIFUL DAY' Are Among Winners Of 45th HUMANITAS Prize

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Saturday, January 25, 2020

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Jan. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Winners of the45th Annual HUMANITAS Prize were announced in a ceremony at the Beverly Hilton Hotel today.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Jan. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Winners of the45th Annual HUMANITAS Prize were announced in a ceremony at the Beverly Hilton Hotel today.
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    Limited Series, TV Movie or Special: WHEN THEY SEE US, "Part 4," teleplay by Ava DuVernay & Michael Starrbury; story by Ava DuVernay
    A total of $95,000 was awarded to HUMANITAS Prize winners.
  • As previously announced, this year's recipients were Robert Axelrod, Christina Brosman, Jeanine Daniels, John Doble, Obiageli Odimegwu, and Roniel Tessler.
  • Writer-producer Bill Lawrenceemceed the ceremony, which included a tribute to HUMANITAS founder Father Bud Kieser, presented by John Sacret Young.

Finalists Announced For The 45th annual Humanitas Prize™

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Thursday, November 14, 2019

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Eighty-six film and televisionwriters have been named finalists for the 2020 HUMANITAS Prize, it was announced today by HUMANITAS Executive Director Cathleen Young and President Ali LeRoi.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Eighty-six film and televisionwriters have been named finalists for the 2020 HUMANITAS Prize, it was announced today by HUMANITAS Executive Director Cathleen Young and President Ali LeRoi.
  • Celebrating its 45th anniversary, the HUMANITAS Prize honors film and television writers whose work inspires compassion, hope, and understanding in the human family.
  • Six college students have been named as finalists for The David and Lynn Angell College Comedy Fellowship and The Carol Mendelsohn College Drama Fellowship.
  • All prize winners will be announced at the 45th Annual HUMANITAS Prize eventon Friday, January 24, 2020,at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif.
    "As we celebrate four and a half decades of empowering, supporting, and honoring storytellers, HUMANITAS continues to evolve and grow to reflect the world around us," said LeRoi.

Winners Of 44th Annual HUMANITAS Prize Announced

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Saturday, February 9, 2019

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Winners of the44th Annual HUMANITAS Prize were announced and honored tonight at The Beverly Hills Hotel.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Winners of the44th Annual HUMANITAS Prize were announced and honored tonight at The Beverly Hills Hotel.
  • In addition to presenting awards to film and television writers in eight categories, winners were announced for NEW VOICES of HUMANITAS and PLAY LA, as well as The David & Lynn Angell College Comedy Fellowship and The Carol Mendelsohn College Drama Fellowship.
  • HUMANITAS Prize winners donated their $10,000 cash prize to non-profit organizations dedicated to affecting positive change both at home and on the world stage.
  • Comedy Feature Film: LOVE, SIMON Screenplay by Elizabeth Berger & Isaac Aptaker, Based on the Novel Simon vs.