NEWSLETTER | November 2017!


	Director Angie M. Gates with writer George Pelecanos on the set of DC Noir.

The District is home to profoundly amazing writers who have greatly impacted our local creative economy. We lost one of our iconic writers with the passing of DC's Poet Laureate Dolores Kendrick this month. The District's "First Lady of Poetry" authored several poetry books and played a key role in the founding The School Without Walls of Washington, DC. Her legacy lives on through the power of her poetry.

This month, Emmy-nominated writer George Pelecanos -- responsible for HBO's The Wire, "Treme" and The Deuce -- wrapped production of his new feature, DC Noir. The crew filmed in all four quadrants of the District, employed local cast and crew, and even hosted Howard University film students for on-set visits and media literacy training.

The TIVA Peer Awards recognized excellence in video production this month at the French Embassy (Ward 2). The DC Entertainment Office is committed to supporting the District's creative community in all 8 Wards and wishes everyone a happy holiday season.

Angie M. Gates

Director

DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment


Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents 202Creates and GW Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mixer at Songbyrd Music House in Adams Morgan

#202Creates

Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents 202Creates hosted a night of networking at Songbyrd Music House and Record Café with the GW Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. District creatives showcased their projects, as well as networked with fellow entrepreneurs. Check out more 202Creates events on the website.


Director Gates welcomes DC Scores Poetry Slam! students to the DC Entertainment Office

Power of Poetry

The Entertainment Office hosted a group of DCPS students who participated in this month's DC Scores Poetry Slam! Over 1,000 young District poets presented original content on current events during the two-day showcase. Tune in to DC Radio to hear some of the amazing poetry pieces.


ESPN journalist Lisa Salters signs the Celebrity Wall at the DC Entertainment Office

#DKNSports

ESPN journalist Lisa Salters met with the correspondents of DKN Sports -- the District's source for reporting on local sports events and student athletes. Stay tuned to DKN Sports for an exclusive interview with Salters and host Chad Ricardo coming soon to DKN Sports.


DCN's Ferman Patterson interviews actor Leon Robinson at Cafe Milano for a new episode of The 202

Cafe Milano's 25th Anniversary

The District's famed restaurant, Cafe Milano, celebrated its 25th Anniversary this month. Our very own DCN covered this amazing event. Cafe Milano is not only the go-to eatery for politicos, entertainers & celebrities but its also been featured in television shows like HBO's Veep. The DC Entertainment Office wishes the restaurant continued success and many more years in business!


OCTFME Filmmaker Kyle David Crosby on the set of DC Noir

Meet #FOTM Kyle David Crosby

The DC Entertainment Office recognizes Kyle David Crosby as November's Filmmaker of the Month. Crosby is a production manager and producer who has worked on projects such as Bills & Brews , Confidential Informant, Reality High and currently, DC Noir.


OCTFME Location of the Month The Athem (Photo Courtesy of Audrey Fix Schaefer)

Check out #LOTM The Anthem

The DC Entertainment Office recognizes The Anthem as an ideal locale for District filmmakers. L ocated at the newly constructed District Wharf, The Anthem offers a dynamic location option for filmmakers or commercial photographers to capture live music or stage concert scenes.

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