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September 2018
Frightening48 Early Bird Registration Deadline
The deadline for Early Bird Registrations closes on September 28, 2018. Register before then to save $25!
OnBeat, OffBeat
PRIMAA’s premier video art installation; On Beat, Off Beat. Four Artists from diverse artistic disciplines, present a visual kaleidoscope of images, set to a common soundscape composed exclusively for the installation. Price: Free Where: Montrose Cultural Centre Foyier When: Fri 9-6 Sat 10-5 Sun 1-5 Presented by PRIMAA & Reel Shorts in partnership with Centre for Creative Arts and the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie (AGGP)
October 2018
Film Stew - October 8 2018
Have an idea for a movie? Figuring out a crucial plot point to your script? Have a new cut of a scene? Come out to Film Stew to discuss your film and receive constructive feedback from fellow filmmakers. Also, lend your ideas in helping other filmmakers create their projects. Much like a book club, Film Stew will meet monthly to discuss projects at whatever stage you’re in! Join us every second Monday of the month. Your first PRIMAA member event is always free, but after that we…
Make a Film in a Weekend - Grande Prairie
Co-presented by Reel 2 Real Film Festival and PRIMAA Sponsored by TELUS Storyhive Join us for a FREE filmmaking workshop for youth ages 16-24. Professional filmmakers will work with you to conceive, plan, shoot, and edit your own film in a weekend. No previous experience or equipment is necessary. Lunches and snacks are included! Friday 6-9pm, Saturday 10-6pm, Sunday 10-6pm and 7-8:30pm. Grande Prairie, PRIMAA Space, 10014-102 Ave – October 12-14. Register here More information can be found at: r2rfestival.org
[NEW DATE & LOCATION] Frightening48 Film Challenge (2018 Shooting Weekend)
Are you ready for the 2018 Frightening48 Film Challenge? This weekend will be packed with horrific energy as participating teams pour all their creative energy into Writing, Shooting and Editing a short horror film, all within 48 hours. Registered teams can pickup their challenge packages at PRIMAA's Rental Space at 10014-102 Ave (Back of Building), Grande Prairie, AB at 7pm on Friday Oct. 19. Films are due at the same place exactly 48 hours later. Out of town teams can arrange…
Frightening48 Screening (2018)
You’ve heard of the Frantic48, but nothing can prepare you for the Frightening48! On Oct. 19-21, 2018, teams have just 48 hours to write, shoot, edit, and turn in a short horror film. And on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, we screen the films at this premiere event! Join us at GPLT and check out what can be accomplished in a frightening 48 hours! Lucky teams will earn bragging rights and awards for their hard work, including the coveted Audience Choice Award. Audience…
November 2018
Local Films at the Crown
An afternoon of Local Films at the Crown is a fundraiser to support our two not-for-profit film organizations in Grande Prairie, the Reel Shorts Film Festival and PRIMAA. Come enjoy a buffet lunch followed by the screening of several locally made short films, two of which have segments that were filmed in the Crown! Doors Open at 12 Noon Buffet from 12:30-1:30pm Movies from 1:30-3:00pm Cost: $20 / person. Tickets available online and at the door (cash only). Limited seats available. Thank…
Film Stew - November 12 2018
Have an idea for a movie? Figuring out a crucial plot point to your script? Have a new cut of a scene? Come out to Film Stew to discuss your film and receive constructive feedback from fellow filmmakers. Also, lend your ideas in helping other filmmakers create their projects. Much like a book club, Film Stew will meet monthly to discuss projects at whatever stage you’re in! Join us every second Monday of the month. Your first PRIMAA member event is always free, but after that we…
2018 Annual General Meeting (AGM)
PRIMAA's 2018 Annual General Meeting Topics will include: End of Year Wrap-Up Review of Financials Election of New Board Location: Thursday, November 15, 2018 7:00pm - 8:30pm PRIMAA Rental Space 10014-102 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB (Go to the BACK of the building)
December 2018
Film Stew - December 10 2018
Have an idea for a movie? Figuring out a crucial plot point to your script? Have a new cut of a scene? Come out to Film Stew to discuss your film and receive constructive feedback from fellow filmmakers. Also, lend your ideas in helping other filmmakers create their projects. Much like a book club, Film Stew will meet monthly to discuss projects at whatever stage you’re in! Join us every second Monday of the month. Your first PRIMAA member event is always free, but after that we…