Clear your calendar - It's going down! Schedule Blocks kicks off on May 20th, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. Splash HQ (122 W 26th St) is our meeting spot for a night of fun and excitement. Come one, come all, bring a guest, and hang loose. This is going to be epic!
Clear your calendar - It's going down! The Emancipation Day festivities will take place on Saturday, April 13 and the parade will start at 2:00 PM at 10th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW. The concert kicks off at 3:00 PM and will feature an all-star lineup of some of the best artists in the game! The concert at Freedom Plaza will also feature many of DC's own homegrown talent. Stay tuned for more updates and visit the "Save the Dates Section" for more information!
July has arrived, and Summer continues to grace us with beautiful sunny days. We sincerely hope you enjoyed time with family and friends during the 4th of July holiday as we celebrate National Family Reunion Month during the month of July.
Thank you to all the District residents who submitted nominations for the 37th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards. We have compiled the submissions and completed the nomination phase. It's now time to vote. The Mayor’s Arts Awards highlights, showcases, and acknowledges the dynamic creatives throughout Washington, DC. District residents, please cast your vote at DCMayorsArtsAwards.com through Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 5:00 pm.
The 37th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards will feature dynamic performances and is an essential part of Mayor Muriel Bowser presents 202Creates Month. Join us for this month long celebration of all things creative in September. Stay tuned for more information.
We are excited to welcome the Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents 202Creates Residency Program Summer cohort. Twenty-one District creatives will participate in the program that provides curriculum, mentorship pairing, important business resources, industry insights, and opportunities. This support helps the entrepreneurs take their creative business or projects from ideation to execution. To learn more about the program visit 202Creates.com.
We are proud to announce that #EntertainDC is the recipient of (2) Emmy Awards at the 64th Capital Emmy Awards. The agency also received six (6) Tellys at the 43rd Annual Telly Awards. These awards highlight the quality of the content we create and produce for District residents. I would like to thank Mayor Muriel Bowser for her continuous support of our agency. A special congratulations goes to the entire team for their hard work, talent, and dedication.
As the creative community continues to thrive, the DC Creative Affairs Office (CAO) and Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents 202Creates is committed to showcasing and preserving DC's rich creative contributions throughout all 8 Wards. CAO builds sustainability in the creative community through policy, programming, and education, which further expands the pathway to the middle class for the creative workforce. Stay connected for upcoming events.
Lastly, congratulations are in order for the graduating class of 2022. I had the honor of delivering the 2022 commencement speech for Duke Ellington School of the Arts.
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Dr. Angie M. Gates
Director
DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment
The voting round for the 37th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards is open through Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 5:00 pm!
Let your voice be heard and visit dcmayorsartsawards.com to vote for your favorite Creatives in the 13 categories and to stay up to date on all things Mayor's Arts Awards!
Join Dr. Mary DeRaedt, PhD, LPC, The George Washington University, and Chyna Te’Aira, singer, poet & sound healing practitioner and founder of Preserving Peace for an in-depth conversation about the benefits of sound healing. Their conversation is followed by a sound meditation led by Chyna!
Be sure to check out the new Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents 202Creates Masterclass featuring guests Kym Lee of WinkNPout and Lesley Bryant of Lady Clippers. They discuss the moment they knew their calling, their successes and challenges, how they navigated a male-dominated industry, and their superpowers. This is a conversation you do not want to miss! Mark your calendars to join us, Thursday July 21, 2022 at 12:30pm.
Subscribe to @Entertain_DC on YouTube to receive alerts and check out the entire Masterclass series.
To improve the quality of life in District neighborhoods, DCRA has launched the Vacant-to-Visual Program, which will showcase local and regional artists of color who will transform vacant buildings into artistic sites.
The pilot program launched with five properties
and has plans to reach all 8 Wards. Artists will use trompe l'oeil decals, original art, and vibrant colored designs to beautify each property and improve the aesthetics of each neighborhood.
On Saturday, June 18, 2022, Dr. Angie M. Gates gave the commencement speech for the Duke Ellington School of the Arts graduation ceremony.
Dr. Gates congratulated the graduates and spoke about the importance of expanding educational opportunities in arts, media, production, and performance arts to support our next generation of creative entrepreneurs and the great work the Duke Ellington School of the Arts does to nurture and inspire their students.
She highlighted the programs and support Mayor Bowser has developed for the DC Creative Community through 202Creates and the Creative Affairs Office.
In closing, she spoke about the Five “F” Factors for success, “FAITH, FORGIVE, FOCUS, FORWARD, AND FINISH,” and the legacy they will create as they go out to build their future.
OCTFME would like to Congratulate the Duke Ellington School of the Arts 2022 Graduates and all DC High School 2022 Graduates!
For the entire speech, click here.
We are proud to announce that the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment received six Tellys during the 43rd Annual Telly Awards. OCTFME won in the following categories:
The Road to Representation: The Plan Takes Root: Gold Winner in Television – History
Crushing the Game: Ron Nessen: Silver Winner in Television - Educational Institution
DKN Sports Off the Field 'Old Glory DC' is a Silver Winner in Television - Sports
Raheem DeVaughn: ‘Through It All, Love’: Bronze Winner in Television - Music Video
Mayor Bowser's FY23 Budget Engagement Forum: Bronze Winner in Television - Live Event
The 36th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards: Bronze Winner in Television - Entertainment
We are proud to announce that the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment won two (2) Emmy Awards at the 64th Capital Emmy Awards. We would like to congratulate two-time Emmy winners John Avery, Dr. Angie M. Gates and the entire production team on a job well done. OCTFME won in the following categories:
‘Road to Representation: The Plan Takes Root’ in the Politics/Government – Short Form Content Category
Angie M. Gates, Executive Producer
Bruce Walker, Supervisory Producer
Karen Tolson, Supervisory Producer
Gigi Hinton, Producer
Stacy Holmes, Editor
‘Holiday Spirit Holiday Spectacular’ in the Lighting Category
John Avery, Lighting Director
To see the Director's acceptance speech, click here.
In May 2017, Lesley proudly opened the doors to The Lady Clipper Barber Shop, in the Historic U Street Corridor of Washington, DC, with a team of lady barbers, after 12 years in corporate America. Lesley decided to embark on a journey that would augment the blueprint of barber shop culture with her unique touch.
The Lady Clipper Barber Shop is a woman of color powerhouse that provides an alternative to the traditionally male-dominant industry and a place where you can expect exceptional service in a lively environment that truly embodies the music and art scene of DC.
DC Native and entrepreneur, Lesley "Lady Clipper" Bryant is an out and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community that advocates for emerging artists here in the city. She exudes a true passion for precision, artistry, and people. Over the last 6 years, she has dedicated her love for being a Barber-Stylist to clientele throughout the Washington, DC community. She understands her clients and creates looks that embody clean construction and elegant lines. Her mission is to reveal the best of your style with a look that speaks for itself.
Congratulations Lesley!
On Sunday, July 24, 2022, join the Metropolitan Washington, DC region's restaurant industry awards community for its 40th Anniversary celebration.
The Rammy's was created to recognize the exceptional ability and talent of the region's restaurant community through a slate of acclaimed individual and group awards. To view the 2022 finalists list and for more information visit the Rammy's website .
The #EntertainDC Office is pleased to recognize Ray Whitehouse as our July 2021 Filmmakers of the Month!
Ray Whitehouse works at the intersection of documentary film and journalism. After growing up in Chicago, he lived in San Antonio, Texas, before moving to Washington, D.C. He is currently directing his first feature-length documentary, A Run For More.
He served as the second unit DP on To The End , directed by Rachel Lears, which premiered at Sundance in 2022. Bring Them Home , a documentary short he co-directed and DP’d, premiered at the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival.
He’s worked as a cinematographer on more than 20 documentary features and filmed, produced and edited projects for The New York Times, The Washington Post, TIME, and Univision, among others. He is community coordinator for the D.C. Chapter of Video Consortium and a regional co-chair of the Documentary Producers Alliance. He holds an M.A. in documentary journalism from UNC Chapel Hill and a B.S. in journalism from Northwestern University. The core tenets of his practice are transparency, collaboration and critical reflexivity.
“I'm grateful to receive this recognition and be a part of the vibrant filmmaking community in Washington, D.C. I look up to so many of the previous filmmakers of the month!" says Ray Whitehouse
Connect with Ray on Twitter and Instagram.
Congratulations Ray!
The #EntertainDC Office is pleased to recognize Skyline 609 as the July 2022 Location of the Month!
Skyline 609 is a private event space for corporate meetings, cocktail parties, classes, retreats and other special events. This LEED-certified facility includes a 1,600 SF multi-purpose room plus an additional 3,000 SF outdoor terrace. Guests are wowed by clear, unparalleled views of Capitol Hill, and both spaces can be combined by opening our two 25’ power-assisted garage doors -- offering COVID-safety. Our indoor space accommodates 100 guests for cocktail events. The outdoor roof deck accommodated up to 150 for cocktail events. Both areas are furnished with mid-century inspired couches, chairs and occasional tables, and tables and chairs suitable for meetings and small seated dinners.
Film and video shoots are a perfect fit for the location, with clear views of the Capitol and NE/SE. With window or roof deck facing three directions, there are multiple views, allowing a single location to represent many.
The space is equipped with fast WiFi, a complete AV system with 10’ projection and 85” monitor, and indoor/outdoor speakers. The counter area features a bar sink, ice machine, mini-fridge, and access to kitchenware." Skyline has hosted film shoots for commercials, corporate videos, and short films.
For information on availability contact Jon Gann via email jon@skyline609.net or telephone (301) 529-3456.
Congratulations Skyline 609!
The Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment is the regulatory agency that protects and advances the cable service-related interests of the District. At the #EntertainDC Office, our dedicated team is proud to consistently deliver world-class customer service in all aspects of our work. We readily supply information to meet the diverse needs of each constituent and make every effort to educate and inform. If you are a cable television customer, you have rights concerning billing practices, late charges, rate increases, disconnection or service interruption, and dispute resolution procedures. The #EntertainDC Office is here to assist.
Any questions? Ask MARCELLA!
Our mission is to produce and broadcast programming for the District of Columbia’s public, educational, and government access (PEG) cable channels and digital radio station; regulate the District of Columbia’s cable television service providers; provide customer service for cable subscribers; and support a sustainable creative economy and labor market the District of Columbia.
