Coalition News November 2016

Discounted Events and More (from NYWIFT, LPTW, and more)

25th Anniversary Restoration Daughters of the Dust Opening in NYC on Friday, November 18 Film Forum 209 West Houston St, New York, NY 10014 Special guests and filmmaker Q&As TBA At the dawn of the 20th century, a multi-generational family in the Gullah community on the Sea Islands off of South Carolina - former West African slaves who adopted many of their ancestors' Yoruba traditions - struggle to maintain their cultural heritage and folklore while contemplating a migration to the mainland, even further from their roots. The first wide release by a black female filmmaker, "Daughters of the Dust" was met with wild critical acclaim and rapturous audience response when it initially opened in 1991. Casting a long legacy, "Daughters of the Dust" still resonates today, most recently as a major in influence on Beyonce's video album "Lemonade." Restored for the first time with proper color grading overseen by cinematographer AJ Jafa, audiences will finally see the film exactly as Julie Dash intended. Website |Facebook |Trailer "A film of spellbinding visual beauty." - The New York Times "One of the most distinctive, original independent films of the time... Every image, every moment is a full creation. Dash is one of the heroines of the modern cinema." - The New Yorker We have five free passes to this film good for the two week run  which we will send to the first 5 people who email us  a request for them with their snail mail address. from League of Professional Theatre Women LPTW Holiday Party Wednesday, December 14 8pm Sardi's Restaurant Second Floor Bar 234 West 44th Street Between 7th and 8th Avenues 'Tis the season for holiday mingling! You're invited to the LPTW holiday party Join us for fun, festivities, and theatre women! There will be a cash bar and bar menu available. Members and non-members alike are invited to join us for holiday cocktails. Interested in becoming a LPTW member? Apply before December 5 and both you and your sponsors will be entered into a lottery for free Broadway tickets including Hamilton, Waitress, and more! See the LPTW website for more info.  And, of course, all members of LPTW are members of the Women in the Arts & Media Coalition.  from New York Women in Film & Television New York Women in Film & Television @NYWIFT is offering   50% off the initiation fee   when you join during the Fall Membership Drive  now through December 1 That's a savings of $67.50! Plus, attend the star-studded Muse Awards for the member rate of only $165. With over 50 programs, panels & parties a year, plus free screenings, a members-only job board, workshops like The Writers Lab and special events like Designing Women, there has never been a better time to join. Become a member of this dynamic community of women calling the shots at this link  And, of course, all members of NYWIFT  are members of the Women in the Arts & Media Coalition.  Call for Committee Members! We are looking for a few fabulous arts & media professionals to become part of our expanding committees, to work alongside our board members, committee members, and organization leaders.  For just a few hours a month, you will have the opportunity to participate in the workings of the organization. Committees include Communications (including Social Media), Membership (bringing in new organizations and outreach), Fundraising and Fiscal Sponsorship.  If you are interested, please contact us immediately at volunteers@womenartsmediacoalition.org and give us your contact info-- also let us know if you're a member of any of our member orgs. CONNECT TO US - SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER -  THERE ARE SO MANY WAYS - NEW INFO ALL THE TIME: