The
Dallas Chapter of Christian Media Association will meet on April 20, 2015 for
an incredible night about the impact a film can have on artists and musicians and how their
creativity, combined with the filmmakers, is woven together into a powerful film
that goes beyond the original vision. Each person involved with a film brings their special talents to create the whole. There is so much more than just the story being told. Our theme for the night
is about "The Power of Art in Filmmaking."
Our special guest for the evening is John Hasting, CEO of
The Thomas Kinkade Company. John previously had experience with Brushstrokes Fine
Art Inc., InterArt Greetings, and Hallmark Cards Inc. One of the things John
will be sharing with us is how seeing a rough draft of Beyond the Farthest Star
inspired Thom to create one of his final paintings.
Other guests scheduled for this panel discussion are familiar faces from
the film, Beyond the Farthest Star.
Writer/Director/Producer Andrew Librizzi's film and
commercial work have collected numerous awards, including international award
winner, "Holding On," at the Houston Worldfest Film Festival. He also has
had several stage productions performed across the United States and Canada.
Executive Producer/Actor Benjamin Dane (Deputy Jimmy Wilkens
in BTFS) is also the current Dallas Chapter Leader for Christian Media
Association. Benjamin has worked in several film, television and stage
projects, with several due to be released in 2015. He is also the owner of the award winning ad agency Robinson Creative Inc.
Actor Todd Terry has the leading role as Pastor Adam Wells. Todd has been seen in
numerous television and film roles, including, TNT's "Dallas," "Friday Night Lights,"
"Breaking Bad," "Arlington Road," and most recently on ABC's "American Crime." Todd also has several projects in production right now and is currently filming "Waiting For the Miracle to Come."
"Beyond the Farthest Star" will be making a monumental announcement that involves Thomas Kinkade, but they also have other famous fans who have been inspired to share their talents after seeing a rough cut of the film. Best selling Christian authors Brock and Bodie Thoene wrote a novel based on Andy's screenplay, and multiple award winning musician Crystal Lewis remastered her iconic hit, "Beauty For Ashes," to be included in the film.
The meeting will be held at Theatre 166 in Carrollton and is open to the public. However, due to limited space, it is strongly advised that you RSVP. Go to the Dallas Chapter CMA Facebook page to Join the Event. There is also a link where you may RSVP on the CMA website.
4/19/15 UPDATE!! Now it is really serious! If you attend the CMA EVENT tomorrow night at
7P in Dallas, you could win this large framed Thomas Kinkade print! Must
be present to win. Limited Seats. Make sure you RSVP!
Then there is our TV Q&A
Panel... June will join us as well as Michael Jay Solomon (former head
of Warner Bros TV and CEO of the new Truli Media), Jimmy Swan (Music
manager, producer and recent creator of an upcoming TV reality show),
Sherry Bronson (she created and launched her own talk show magazine, The Sherry Bronson Show) and Tracey Mitchell
(Host & Founder of "The Winning Woman" TV Show). It is sure to be
our best event this year leading up to our incredible convention next
month! Two
Christian Media Association National Headquarter Staffers will be with
us (come and meet them) AND they plan to announce the keynote speaker for the convention at the meeting!They might ALSO be giving away a very special DVD
on Scriptwriting, Acting, and Cinematography - for everyone who
registers for the 2014 CMA Convention Monday! IF you are unable to attend on Monday, you can still be a part - Watch CMA-Dallas Meeting on Livestream
Writer/Director/Producer Andrew Librizzi's film and
commercial work have collected numerous awards, including international award
winner, "Holding On," at the Houston Worldfest Film Festival. He also has
had several stage productions performed across the United States and Canada.
Actor Todd Terry has the leading role as Pastor Adam Wells. Todd has been seen in
numerous television and film roles, including, TNT's "Dallas," "Friday Night Lights,"
"Breaking Bad," "Arlington Road," and most recently on ABC's "American Crime." Todd also has several projects in production right now and is currently filming "Waiting For the Miracle to Come."
