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SUMMARY:School of Visual Arts’ After School Special 2026
DESCRIPTION:Featuring some of School of Visual Arts’ most accomplished film\, television\, animation\, and visual effects alumni — the majority of whom are Asian or Asian American — this multi-day festival will include screenings and Q&A’s with industry insiders that offer behind-the-scenes looks at the world of television and cinema. A full schedule and list of participants is below (subject to change) and can also be found at svatheatre.eventbrite.com. \nSeating is on a first-come\, first-served basis. RSVPs via the Eventbrite pages are appreciated\, but not necessary\, and do not guarantee entrance — all events are first-come\, first-served. \nDoors will open approximately 30 minutes prior to each screening. Guests can enjoy a special selection of music videos from Annapurna Interactive’s RPG Musical\, People of Note\, in the lobby while waiting to enter. Alumni from SVA’s BFA Computer Art\, Computer Animation and Visual Effects program — Timothy Doolen and Ben Meyer — served on the creative team of the video game. \nAll events are free and open to the public and take place at SVA Theatre\, 333 West 23rd Street\, New York\, NY 10011. Directions\, as well as local restaurants\, hotels\, and attractions\, can be found here. SVA Theatre does not offer concessions\, but will offer water to guests. \nIf you would like to attend any of these events\, but require assistive devices and/or accommodations\, please email svatheatre@sva.edu or call 212-592-2980 at least one week prior to the event. \nWednesday 9/23/26\n7:00PM Anora (2024) \nHear from production sound mixer Boris Krichevsky (BFA 2017 Film)\, who was on set for the 2025 Best Picture winner\, which racked up a total of five Oscars and the Cannes Palme d’Or! See (and hear) it again — or for the very first time — on the big screen. \nThursday 9/24/26\n7:30PM Disability & Visibility \nAn evening dedicated to bringing visibility to the disability community. Take Me Home (2023) is director Liz Sargent and producer Minos Papas’ (BFA 2004 Film and Video) short film about a cognitively disabled woman struggling to move on after the death of a parent. Their proof-of-concept short led to the award-winning feature film of the same name that’s opening in New York this week! Following the short\, we’ll welcome director Ben Duffy (BFA 2014 Film and Video) with the world premiere of his experimental feature documentary\, No Pinnacle Without The Miraculous (2026)\, which centers on Duffy’s mental health struggles while filming a documentary about those with physical disabilities. \nFriday 9/25/26\n8:00PM SVA Premieres: Best of 2026 \nSchool of Visual Arts spotlights exceptional live action\, documentary\, and animated shorts by its most recent graduates. Join many of the filmmakers and artists\, who will be in attendance. Preceded by a music video from Annapurna Interactive’s RPG musical\, People of Note\, introduced by Ben Meyer (BFA 2022 Computer Art\, Computer Animation\, and Visual Effects) of the video game’s creative team. \nSaturday 9/26/26\n2:00PM KPop Demon Hunters (2025) \nJoin award-winning production designer Dave Bleich (BFA 1992 Illustration) for a screening of Netflix’s 2026 Best Animated Feature Oscar winner. Preceded by the NYC premiere of the animated short film “First Haircut” by Disney·Pixar artist Ivo Kos (MFA 1991 Computer Art). \n7:30PM The Stringer: The Man Who Took the Photo (2025) \nNetflix’s compelling documentary traces the origins of one of the most-recognized photographs of the 20th century\, “Napalm Girl”. Join director Bao Nguyen (MFA 2011 Social Documentary Film) for a remarkable discussion after the film. \nSunday 9/27/26\n2:00PM Cutting Through Rocks (2025) \nFilmmakers Sara Khaki (MFA 2011 Social Documentary Film) and Mohammadreza Eyni will be on hand to screen and discuss their riveting\, Academy Award-nominated documentary\, about the first female councilor of an Iranian village. \nPlease contact svatheatre@sva.edu with questions. Guests and films subject to change.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/school-of-visual-arts-after-school-special-2026/
LOCATION:SVA Theatre\, 333 West 23rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:2026 A4 Benefit: Unbreakable Ties
DESCRIPTION:Join A4 for an unforgettable evening at our biggest fundraising initiative of the year\, celebrating artists\, cultural leaders\, supporters\, and the community who fuel our mission and make our work possible! \nInspired by the red string theory found across many Asian cultures\, this year’s theme honors the invisible connections that draw people\, places\, and futures together. At A4\, we help make those connections real\, linking artists across generations\, disciplines\, and communities to one another\, to opportunity\, and to what comes next. Together\, we will honor the artists\, cultural leaders\, supporters\, and community members whose paths are woven through A4’s 40+ year legacy of advocacy\, visibility\, and creative exchange. \nThe evening will feature: \n\nCocktails\, a seated dinner\, and a gathering of artists\, supporters\, and friends\nLive performances by A4 artists and collaborators\nInspiring remarks and the honoring of this year’s awardees\nA late-night encore at Opera House\, carrying the celebration through midnight
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-a4-benefit-unbreakable-ties/
LOCATION:Chinese Tuxedo\, 5 Doyers St.\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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