Industry Summit

ReelAbilities Industry Summit: Disability Inclusion in Film + performing arts, april 7-8, 2025

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Join industry professionals as we discuss topics of accessibility, inclusion and representation in all aspects of the film and performing arts industries, and explore beyond the basics into progressive best practices.

Industry leaders, including Disabled creatives, will share knowledge and experience providing participants with the tools to elevate accessibility and open pathways to deeper inclusion.  The Industry Summit is presented as a part of the 17th annual ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York, in partnership with the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment.

The summit is for  Film and television industry professionals, including event presenters, exhibitors, and distributors. Performing arts industry professionals, including venues management & FOH, artistic directors, and agents. Experienced and emerging filmmakers and performers. Disability and arts organizations

 

The ReelAbilities Industry Summit can be attended in-person and online.

SUMMIT IN-PERSON VENUE:
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave & 76th St.

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Day 1 - April 8

FULL SUMMIT PROGRAM TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON.  THE FOLLLOWING SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

1:00 PM – 1:15 PM | Welcome Remarks

1:15 PM – 1:50 PM | Session 1 – TBA

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Session 2 – Theater

2:40 PM – 3:10 PM | Session 3 – Music

3:20 PM – 3:50 PM | Session 4 – Dance

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Session 5 – TBA

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Day 1 Showcase

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking Reception

 

Day 2 - April 9

FULL SUMMIT PROGRAM TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON.  THE FOLLLOWING SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

1:00 PM – 1:15 PM | Welcome Remarks

1:15 PM – 1:50 PM | Filmmakers of ReelAbilities Discuss Accessibility in the Industry

2:00 PM – 2:40 PM | ReelAbilities Rough Cuts Pitch– The Loreen Arbus Completion Award

2:50 PM – 3:50 PM | Crip Script Pitch

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Session 5 – TBA

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Day 2 Showcase

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking Reception

 

PASSES

COMING SOON

Thanks to the generous support of the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment, we are pleased to offer a limited quantity of FREE summit passes to those for whome the price of entry is cost-prohibitive.

ACCESSIBILITY

ReelAbilities strives for inclusion of all people. To accommodate a variety of needs, the summit will be held in-person and virtually. All sessions will include:

    • ASL interpretation
    • CART (live transcript)
    • Braille materials
    • Wheelchair seating
    • Fully accessible to people using mobility devices
    • Sensory Friendly space and support

PARTNERS

The ReelAbilities Industry Summit is Presented in Partnership with:
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To lean more about partnering with the ReelAbilities Industry Summit, contact: [email protected]