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NYC Celebrates “Little Manhattan Day”
September 23, 2005
Katherine Oliver, Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting declared today as “Little Manhattan Day” in New York City, in recognition of the film Little Manhattan’s contributions to the City. Commissioner Oliver presented the proclamation to filmmakers Mark Levin and Jennifer Flackett, in a ceremony attended by cast members Cynthia Nixon, Josh Hutcherson and Charlie Ray.
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NYC Announces Funding for Independent Film Production
September 22, 2005
On September 21, Independent Feature Project (IFP), in conjunction with the New York City Mayor’s Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting and NYC Business Solutions, announced the establishment of a workforce training program to support independent film production in New York City. The objective of the program is to maximize the ability of independent film productions to provide on-the-job training for a variety of freelance workers to strengthen their skill sets.
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NYC Hosts Reception at Toronto Film Festival
September 13, 2005
The Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting yesterday hosted a reception at the Toronto International Film Festival, to showcase New York City's incentives for the production industry to a premier international audience, and attract more international business to the City.
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City Captures Emmys
September 12, 2005
Several “Made in NY” productions were honored at the 57th annual Creative Arts Primetime Emmy awards ceremony on September 11 and the Primetime Emmy Awards on September 18.
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Entertainment Industry Rallies for Hurricane Relief
September 9, 2005
New York City’s entertainment industry has rallied to support the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Just a few of the ways in which the industry is making a difference:
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Smart Move for "Made in NY"
September 1, 2005
The “Made in NY” campaign has made a smart move – to the Smart Sign located on the Port Authority building at the corner of 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. A thirty second spot celebrating our City’s production industry and thanking New Yorkers for hosting productions is currently running on the sign.
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“New Beginnings” for Veteran NYC Production
September 1, 2005
On September 15, 2005, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg will appear on the television show All My Children. In the segment, taped on August 3, the Mayor appears on character Erica Kane’s (Susan Lucci) fictional talk show New Beginnings, and thanks her for shooting in New York City. Kane thanks the Mayor for the “Made in NY” incentive program and for making New York City a premiere location for entertainment production.
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“Manhattan on Film” in Print
September 1, 2005
This year, Amadeus Press/Limelight Editions released an updated edition of the 1999 guide “Manhattan on Film: Walking Tours of Hollywood’s Fabled Back Lot,” by Chuck Katz. The guidebook reminisces about some of the most famous scenes set across the City.
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Follow the Yellow Arrow to Hidden NYC Locations
September 1, 2005
This month, some of New York City’s hidden treasures continue to be highlighted with bright Yellow Arrow interactive sculptures, giving New Yorkers the opportunity to learn the stories and histories behind the marked locations. The cultural exhibit intersects with the entertainment industry by showcasing locations ripe for casting in productions.
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Film Fest and King Reign on Bus Shelters
September 1, 2005
The Mayor’s Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting’s August bus shelter campaign promoted the film King of the Corner and the Central Park Film Festival.
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