WIFVNE and Brew

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 3:30–6:00 PM | Shannon View Inn, 1901 Post Rd, Warwick, RI | Free (cash bar)

Monthly Rhode Island networking event (every 3rd Wednesday) in partnership with RI Film Collaborative and RIC Film Society.

New location this month! Join WIFVNE for a casual and creative evening of conversation and connection at Shannon View Inn. Whether you're new to the scene or a seasoned pro, come unwind and connect in a welcoming, film-friendly atmosphere.

Open to all!

RSVP at wifvne.org

PLEASE NOTE WE ARE AT A NEW LOCATION GOING FORWARD.

Works-In-Progress Nights

Date | Time: May 21, 2026 - 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Host: Another Age Productions
Location: 19 Needham St. Suite 207, Newton, MA 02461

Join us for our first Work-in-Progress Screening, a new quarterly series designed to support film and media projects at every stage of the process.

Part feedback session, part creative hang, this is a space to share what you’re working on, get fresh perspective, and connect with a community that gets it. From proof of concepts to nearly finished cuts, all are welcome.

How it works:
Submit up to a ten minute clip for consideration. We’ll select 4–6 works to screen. Following each film, we’ll pause for a thoughtful discussion tailored to each piece. 
If you wish to submit a project for consideration, click here. 
Please note: submissions must be video-based.

We’ll kick things off with drinks, light refreshments and time to connect before the screenings, then keep the conversation going after.

Pricing:
WIFVNE Members: $5
WIFT US: $10
Public: $15

WIFVNE Table Read Tuesdays are back for 2026! 
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:30PM

Table Read Tuesdays takes place monthly, spotlighting fresh voices in film and television and performed by WIFVNE member actors. Join us for these lively readings followed by a discussion with the writer.
Admission is $5 for the general public and free for WIFVNE members.
Reserve your spot and support emerging writers and performers in our community!

This week's Spotlight: Becky Harvey, Silver Daze

Register here if you are a table read actor or want to enjoy listening in: https://www.wifvne.org/event-6617796

Interested in participating? WIFVNE members can submit scripts or sign up to be a reader by emailing tablereads@wifvne.org.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 AM ET | Virtual (Zoom) | Free

Join WIFVNE member, actor, voice-over artist, and productivity coach Corrie Legge for our monthly Networking Wednesday! Whether you're just starting out or deep into your next project, this is a chance to meet fellow creatives working in film, video, acting, and commercial media across New England.

Come share what you're working on — or working toward — in a welcoming, no-pressure space. Make an ask. Offer support. Be part of the conversation.

Free and open to all, with an optional $5 "Pay it Forward" donation to help support WIFVNE programming.

Thursday, May 28, 2026  |  6:00–8:00 PM

Rhode Island College, Gaige Hall 200 (second floor)

600 Sixth Ave, North Providence, RI 02911  |  On Campus Parking Available

In-Person / Virtual (Zoom)  |  WIFVNE Members: $5  |  Non-Members: $10

Join WIFVNE and the Rhode Island College Film Studies Program for an engaging workshop exploring the business side of filmmaking. We'll talk about financing, distribution, production logistics, budgeting, and what it takes to successfully bring independent films to life.

Our speakers:

Paige Williams is an entertainment attorney and business-affairs executive specializing in film sales, distribution, and financing. She currently oversees business affairs and production legal for various sales agents, producers, and other industry clients, and has held senior roles at Voltage Pictures and The Exchange, bringing deep expertise in deal structuring and negotiations with studios and streamers.

Alecia Orsini Lebeda is an award-winning Line Producer with over 20 years of experience bringing independent films to life. Based in New England, she specializes in smart budgeting, crew leadership, and production logistics, with recent credits including High Tide, Love of Your Life, and Same Same but Different (SXSW). Alecia is known for supporting bold, inclusive storytelling while keeping productions efficient, collaborative, and on track.

Location: 

Rhode Island College - Gaige Hall 200 (second floor)

600 Sixth Ave, North Providence, RI02911

On Campus Parking Available

Navigating the Film Festival Circuit: Strategy & Planning

Wednesday, June 3 | 6:30–8:00 PM (Virtual)

Description:
Kick off this two-part WIFVNE series with an essential conversation designed to help filmmakers approach the festival circuit with clarity and intention. Featuring festival experts and seasoned filmmakers, this session dives into how to strategically plan your festival run—what to prioritize, what to avoid, and how to turn screenings into real momentum.

We’ll explore:

• Choosing the right festivals for your film
• What makes a submission stand out
• Common mistakes filmmakers make
• How to evaluate festival value and fit
• Building momentum and leveraging screenings toward distribution opportunities

$10 WIFVNE Members

$15 WIFT-US Members (email Membership@wifvne.org for CODE)

$20 Non-Member - Public

Navigating the Film Festival Circuit: Real Talk from Filmmakers

Wednesday, June 10 | 6:30–8:00 PM (Virtual)