# Event Details - **Event Name**: REEL CONNECT: Presented by In the Cut - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join for a day of interactive workshops with industry pros, short film screenings & learn to navigate the next era of storytelling.About this EventREEL CONNECT: Presented by The entertainment industry is undergoing a major shift. Studio consolidation and declining traditional media spend have led to shrinking opportunities, disproportionately affecting Black and POC creators. At the same time, platforms like YouTube are booming, with creators leveraging independent success into studio deals. This moment favors writers who can also develop, produce, and distribute their own work to navigate both indie and studio systems at the same time.Reel Connect is our annual live event, designed to equip creatives with the tools, knowledge, and connections to leverage studio success for independent content creation and vice versa.This is not a day of panels. Participants sit in small group conversations with speakers to learn and connect in real time.OUR SPEAKERSDeniese Davis: Four-time Emmy nominated producer of INSECURE (HBO), A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW (HBO) and ONE OF THEM DAYS (SONY), featuring SZA and Keke Palmer. Co-founder of management and production Company ColorCreative, with Issa Rae.Tasha & Joel Armstead: Husband and wife writing partners, producers and comedians who recently wrote for A DIFFERENT WORLD (NETFLIX). They've independently produced multiple podcasts and webseries, and Tasha has apparead on Issa Rae's new Youtube series, TELL YOUR FREINDS.Rae Benjamin: Television and film writer who's worked on hit shows like THE WITCHER & BRIDGERTON (NETFLIX). She co-created and indepently produced Prestige, a scripted audio drama which became an editor's Pick on Apple Podcast and amassed 200,000+ listens.And more...For our full speaker lineup and more info, visit inthecutla.org/reelconnect https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c9077be0-bfb6-11f1-b7bb-7f2ea2efbfad-rimg-w863-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg AgendaπŸ•‘: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMCheck In & IntroductionsInfo: Event check-in and introduction to our lineup of speakers.πŸ•‘: 11:15 AM - 12:45 PMInterative WorkshopsInfo: Not your typical panel. This is an interactive workshop where audience members sit in conversation with our speakers to enure you get questions answered. πŸ•‘: 12:45 PM - 01:15 PMContent PresentationInfo: View short films & webseries created by our panelists.πŸ•‘: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PMFilmmaker Link Up and ReceptionInfo: Join us for no-pressure networking and connections with light snacks provided. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/los-angeles/reel-connect-presented-by-in-the-cut/100001998997288702 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Art, Workshops, literary-art, Theatre, comedy, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Doors Open At: 10:30 AM - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Emerson College Los Angeles Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 33.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Los Angeles - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Emerson College Los Angeles Center - **lat**: 34.0977548 - **long**: -118.3197325 - **full address**: Emerson College Los Angeles Center, 5960 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: REEL CONNECT: Presented by In the Cut - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/175e1992430d4ada3399da222e233989bf1b45dbab00706b1120859c2824d8c3-rimg-w1200-h600-dc181818-gmir.jpg?v=1789746375 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is REEL CONNECT: Presented by In the Cut being held? - **A:** REEL CONNECT: Presented by In the Cut takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Emerson College Los Angeles Center, 5960 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing REEL CONNECT: Presented by In the Cut? - **A:** REEL CONNECT: Presented by In the Cut is organized by In The Cut & Black Film Allegiance. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** REEL CONNECT: Presented by In the Cut is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Los Angeles, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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