Talks

Tribeca’s beloved Storytellers and Directors Series aims to spark meaningful dialogue while also celebrating diverse artistry, imaginative storytelling, and creative achievements.

Tribeca Talks

Storytellers - Judd Apatow with Matthew Broderick
Storytellers - Judd Apatow with Matthew Broderick
Judd Apatow is one of the most prolific comedic minds in the industry. Most recently, Apatow executive produced Peacock’s Storm...
06/15 @06:00PM
OKX Theater at BMCC TPAC
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Storytellers - Michael Stipe
Storytellers - Michael Stipe
Michael Stipe, American, born 1960, is an artist, producer and singer-songwriter. He fronted the band R.E.M. for 31 years, sell...
06/12 @08:00PM
SVA Theatre
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Storytellers - Laverne Cox with Jet Toomer
Storytellers - Laverne Cox with Jet Toomer
Laverne Cox is a four-time Emmy-nominated actress and Emmy-winning producer, celebrated for her groundbreaking role in Orange i...
06/12 @06:00PM
The Indeed Theater at Spring Studios
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Storytellers - Kieran Culkin with Jesse Eisenberg
Storytellers - Kieran Culkin with Jesse Eisenberg
Kieran Culkin is perhaps best known for his critically acclaimed performance as “Roman Roy” in Jesse Armstrong’s multi-award-wi...
06/13 @05:00PM
The Indeed Theater at Spring Studios
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Kerry Washington and Nicole Avant: Legacy and Impact in Storytelling
Kerry Washington and Nicole Avant: Legacy and Impact in Storytelling
Award-winning actor, producer, and New York Times Bestselling author Kerry Washington, and award-winning producer, bestselling ...
06/08 @06:00PM
The Indeed Theater at Spring Studios
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Alison Roman on Creativity, Connection, and Navigating Storytelling in the Digital Age
Alison Roman on Creativity, Connection, and Navigating Storytelling in the Digital Age
Alison Roman has captivated audiences with her unique approach to storytelling across various mediums. From her bestselling coo...
06/14 @05:30PM
SVA Theatre
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Storytellers - Andy Cohen with Anderson Cooper
Storytellers - Andy Cohen with Anderson Cooper
Andy Cohen is an Emmy Award-winning host, producer, and author, best known for his 15 years on Watch What Happens Live with And...
06/12 @08:00PM
OKX Theater at BMCC TPAC
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Directors Series - Gus Van Sant with Vito Schnabel
Directors Series - Gus Van Sant with Vito Schnabel
Gus Van Sant is a filmmaker, painter, photographer, and musician. Van Sant received his BFA from the Rhode Island School of Des...
06/06 @06:00PM
The Indeed Theater at Spring Studios
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Through Her Lens Conversations: Championing the Next Generation
Through Her Lens Conversations: Championing the Next Generation
Emmy®-winning actress, producer and activist Kerry Washington, award-winning director, writer and producer Patty Jenkins and fi...
06/07 @04:00PM
The Crosby Street Hotel
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Free Talks

From Fiction to Change
From Fiction to Change
This conversation explores the work of creatives who saw an ignored issue or history and created accessible fictional material ...
06/08 @01:30PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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3D Worldbuilding and Game Design As Social Engagement Tools (Immersive)
3D Worldbuilding and Game Design As Social Engagement Tools (Immersive)
Imagine designing a city to be a joyful world of connection and play––this is the mission of Block Party. Step off the subway a...
06/07 @05:30PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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Mental Health on Screen
Mental Health on Screen
Join for a conversation where filmmakers will discuss the intricacies of navigating mental health on screen, not only in how me...
06/09 @04:00PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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Masterclass: Editing w/ Christopher Tellefsen
Masterclass: Editing w/ Christopher Tellefsen
Drawing on samples of his work across the last 30 plus years, Academy Award nominated editor Christopher Tellefsen ACE (Metropo...
06/10 @03:30PM
SVA Theatre
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AT&T Untold Stories: The Art of the Pitch
AT&T Untold Stories: The Art of the Pitch
Join AT&T Untold Stories program collaborators and pitch experts as they discuss how to create a compelling, authentic, and...
06/06 @11:30AM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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AT&T Untold Stories Talk: Hispanic Creators and Their Role in Driving Change
AT&T Untold Stories Talk: Hispanic Creators and Their Role in Driving Change
Join Liz Hernandez as she explores the pivotal role Hispanic creators play in amplifying underrepresented voices and addressing...
06/11 @01:00PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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The Art of Designing Large-Scale Digital and Spatial Experiences (Immersive)
The Art of Designing Large-Scale Digital and Spatial Experiences (Immersive)
Speculative architecture, software development, sculpture, and audio design are just a few ways to get to groundbreaking media ...
06/06 @05:00PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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The Extended Life of Virtual Reality Storytelling
The Extended Life of Virtual Reality Storytelling
In this era of rapid adoption of various creative tools and the democratization of creativity, the subtle craft of designing di...
06/08 @05:00PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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State of the Storytelling Industry
State of the Storytelling Industry
State of the Storytelling Industry is part of an ongoing series that looks at storytelling from varying media areas and discuss...
06/13 @01:00PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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AT&T Untold Stories Talk: Connecting Culture Through Artistry
AT&T Untold Stories Talk: Connecting Culture Through Artistry
During this conversation, a group of innovative creators will unite to discuss the importance of connecting cultures through th...
06/09 @01:00PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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Level Forward’s Storytelling for Social Good Workshop
Level Forward’s Storytelling for Social Good Workshop
Level Forward's Storytelling for Social Good workshop is a guided storytelling experience for the future of narrative change, c...
06/12 @02:30PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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Eligibility Essentials: Understanding the submission requirements for the 97th Academy Awards
Eligibility Essentials: Understanding the submission requirements for the 97th Academy Awards
Calling all filmmakers! Please join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in a closed information session covering th...
06/08 @04:00PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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Masterclass: The Future of Representation
Masterclass: The Future of Representation
Please join Diverse Representation as we explore the various opportunities and challenges shaping the future of talent represen...
06/07 @02:30PM
SVA Theatre
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Coffee & Conversation - Midori Francis - Tribeca Talks
Coffee & Conversation - Midori Francis - Tribeca Talks
06/13 @11:00AM
Starbucks Reserve® Empire State Building® Concourse Level
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Route to Connection
Route to Connection
Connectivity shapes our world, yet for millions across the U.S., access to high-speed internet remains out of reach. This is kn...
06/07 @04:00PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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The Enduring Legacy of James Baldwin
The Enduring Legacy of James Baldwin
James Baldwin’s impact moved beyond his medium of work and still resonates today. Many artists have been inspired not only by h...
06/13 @03:00PM
SVA Theatre
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AT&T Untold Stories Talk: How Queer Cinema Advances Greater Opportunities
AT&T Untold Stories Talk: How Queer Cinema Advances Greater Opportunities
Explore the transformative potential of LGBTQ+ storytelling and its role in shaping a more inclusive future. Together with Damo...
06/10 @02:30PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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Making the Cut: Lessons for Emerging Editors
Making the Cut: Lessons for Emerging Editors
Editors are the ultimate puzzle-solvers of filmmaking, turning hours of footage into polished and compelling stories we see on ...
06/08 @01:00PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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More to Talk About: Shifting the Culture for Rising Voices
More to Talk About: Shifting the Culture for Rising Voices
Join Level Forward’s Anthem award-winning social impact platform, More To Talk About, for a culture-shifting conversation with ...
06/12 @01:30PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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After the Tribeca Premiere: What's next?
After the Tribeca Premiere: What's next?
Tribeca is the first stop on the distribution journey for the producers of these films, but what is their plan to reach wider a...
06/09 @03:00PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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Big Wins and Benefits for Disability Inclusion and Workplace Culture
Big Wins and Benefits for Disability Inclusion and Workplace Culture
Countless talented disabled leaders, content creators, actors, writers, and employees are positively influencing the entertainm...
06/08 @03:00PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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Jaron Lanier in Conversation with Natasha Lyonne
Jaron Lanier in Conversation with Natasha Lyonne
Join us for a conversation with Jaron Lanier and Natasha Lyonne as they discuss music, philosophy, AI and art.
06/13 @05:00PM
Tribeca Film Center
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The Changing Face of Distribution
The Changing Face of Distribution
Today’s challenging distribution landscape needs innovative ideas and fresh strategies to bridge the gap for independent films ...
06/07 @01:30PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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The Value of One
The Value of One
Individual opportunities can create lasting, far-reaching change. This conversation will feature organizations that create oppo...
06/06 @02:00PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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Evolving Definition of Queer Media
Evolving Definition of Queer Media
What is queer media? Is it who makes it, the content of it, the way it was made? And how has what is considered queer media shi...
06/09 @02:00PM
The Indeed Lounge at Spring Studios
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Deconstructing culture in real time: a fireside chat with Archie Gips, Brandon Edelman and Coco Mocoe
Deconstructing culture in real time: a fireside chat with Archie Gips, Brandon Edelman and Coco Mocoe
06/08 @01:00PM
NeueHouse Madison Square
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Creating Legacy: The Power of Black Storytelling
Creating Legacy: The Power of Black Storytelling
Dive deep into the transformative power of narratives as a means of building, sustaining, and celebrating legacy. With a focus ...
06/13 @01:00PM
SVA Theatre
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Navigating the Truth: How Nonfiction Media Breaks Through
Navigating the Truth: How Nonfiction Media Breaks Through
2024 is a historic year of elections - nearly half the total population of Earth will go to the polls, including elections in t...
06/10 @12:00PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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Beyond the Screen: The Convergence of Film, Stage and Music
Beyond the Screen: The Convergence of Film, Stage and Music
Join us for a discussion as we delve into the captivating world where film, stage, and music intersect. Our panel of industry e...
06/12 @12:30PM
The AT&T Untold Stories Lounge at Spring Studios
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